Let’s get real: I had no clue what it meant to be “cockblocked” until I became a parent. Before that, my romantic encounters were blissfully uninterrupted—until the arrival of my first child. Suddenly, the reality of trying to find intimacy with a wailing baby just inches away became my new norm.
After marriage and the joys of parenthood, I quickly learned about the challenges of maintaining intimacy. The first time my husband and I attempted to reconnect post-baby, it quickly turned into a frantic plea of “Can someone make that baby stop crying?!” His response? “What an expert little cockblocker we have!”
From that moment, it was clear: our journey to rekindled romance would be fraught with interruptions—otherwise known as “cockblockers.” Parenthood is full of comedic moments, and I never imagined a scene like this would become a regular occurrence: “Can we just have three minutes—no, make that 45 seconds—of uninterrupted time?” Spoiler alert: it didn’t happen.
I now have a solid grasp on what it means to be interrupted when you’re trying to share a moment with your partner. And I bet if you’re reading this, you can relate too. Those little ones have impeccable timing. Just when you think you’ve settled them in for the night, someone needs a glass of water or is convinced there’s a monster hiding in the closet.
Finally, when you think you have the house to yourselves, and your spouse is looking particularly appealing, guess what? Someone just spilled spaghetti all over themselves. Or worse, your little one barges in with a scraped knee.
So, how do you reclaim your intimate life amidst the chaos? It’s time to take charge and prioritize your relationship. It doesn’t make you a bad parent; in fact, it shows how much you value your partnership. A healthy sex life is vital for a strong marriage, and if that means tuning out the kids for a few moments, then you must do it!
And don’t worry—your kids will be just fine. Remember, if you keep waiting for the perfect moment to be intimate, you might find yourselves in a nursing home, reminiscing about the good old days while a nurse interrupts your memories.
Here are some rules to help maintain that spark while parenting:
- If the bedroom door is closed and locked, knocking and yelling should be reserved for emergencies—like if someone is bleeding or if Grandma shows up unexpectedly.
- Explain to the kids that Mom and Dad need time for “important conversations.” These chats often take longer than expected, so give us some space, okay?
- When it’s bedtime and we say to stay in your room, we mean it! Unless it’s a true emergency, please respect that we are “sleeping.”
- As they reach their teenage years and start to get curious about what’s happening behind closed doors, just hand them some cash for ice cream and a long drive.
While the days of swinging from chandeliers are behind you, that doesn’t mean intimacy has to vanish. It just calls for a little creativity and the ability to tune out the chaos of parenting.
So, parents, don’t let the little cockblockers get you down! Fight for your intimacy and make your partnership a priority.
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Summary
Navigating parenthood and intimacy can be challenging, especially with constant interruptions from your kids. By setting clear boundaries and making your relationship a priority, you can maintain a healthy and vibrant sex life despite the chaos of family life.