Speaking as a musician's wife, there's nothing my kids want more than to hit the road with their dad and his band. Little do they know it wouldn't be an endless stream of soda and crappy snacks.
"Touring with a kid means trying to set up comfort, quiet and routine. It means trying to find a balance between one’s creative self and parental responsibility, while also trying to make a living."Moms to the Front: The Joys and Pains of Touring with Kids | NOISEY.
It is clear to me now, two kids and two different experiences later: our babies are born ready. All they need is for us to be ready to listen, and respond.
I had no idea how infuriating the question “how can I help?” would be when there was a sink full of bottles and an empty fridge. Mom friends to the rescue.
Beyond knowing how to handle a tantrum to avoid public embarrassment, we can begin to view them as a valuable opportunity to teach our children life skills.
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