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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][b]I think it's normal when kids are young (say, both under 5-6) to hate being the solo parent on duty. Every parent I know, including people who are really really into their kids, feels that way.[/b] I only have one but it's definitely a chore to be the parent on duty alone, although we try to make it fun (go to the playground, etc.).

OP I would just tell him you're doing an errand without asking if it's ok. "I'm going to the store, need anything?" Take charge. And this is a sign that neither of you is getting real breaks. Talk to your pediatrician about how "high risk" your older kid actually is and what that means -- i.e. would it be reasonable to get outside help once a week from someone vaccinated. If you have family in the area, or even out of state who'd be willing to visit and babysit, now's the time to call. [/quote]

What on earth are you talking about? We have twins so we've always had two, but since day one there were times that one of us was alone with both of them. And that has just continued over the last eight years. You only have one kid and you find that it's hard to be with that one kid without your spouse? How do you function?[/quote]

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