20 Things I Do for My Kids That I’d Never Do for My Partner

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As a parent, I often find myself thinking, “I’d do anything for my partner.” However, after welcoming our three little ones into the world, I’ve come to realize that this statement might not hold as much weight as I thought. Parenthood often puts us in positions where we find ourselves doing things for our children that we would never dream of doing for our spouses. Here’s a humorous take on some of those situations:

1. Get up close to my partner’s rear to check for signs of a messy diaper.
2. Let her use the bathroom while I’m relaxing in the tub.
3. Allow her to stand on my head during movie night.
4. Retrieve her “accidents” from the tub.
5. Check the back of her pants to see if she wiped properly.
6. Spend money on face painting at the fair and then console her when she’s disappointed with the outcome.
7. Let her snuggle in my chest just to wipe her nose on my shirt.
8. Help her with her bathroom habits.
9. Remind her multiple times a day to pee, so she doesn’t forget.
10. Make mac and cheese because she “oops” dropped the meal I prepared on the floor.
11. Allow her to sit on my lap while I’m on the toilet.
12. Carry her on my shoulders because she’s too tired to walk.
13. Comfort her after she accidentally drops my phone in the toilet.
14. Apply cream for a rash in sensitive areas.
15. Wrestle her into shoes while she kicks and screams, only to see her remove them right after.
16. Collect chewed gum while driving on the highway.
17. Share a toddler-sized bed with her.
18. Apologize for her behavior when she decides to remove her pants in public.
19. Tolerate that endless Caillou show.
20. Not judge her for her questionable snack choices, like eating boogers.

Reflecting on this list makes me think I might just love my kids more than my spouse. Or maybe it’s simply that I hold my partner to a higher standard. After all, as life goes on, there’s a chance one of us might end up helping the other in very intimate ways—who knows! Parenthood demands a lot of love, patience, and a good stash of wet wipes.

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Summary

Parenthood often leads to unique situations where we find ourselves doing things for our children that we would never do for our partners. This humorous look at parenting highlights those moments and reminds us of the unconditional love we have for our little ones.