I’m just curious, but what’s the feeling you get when you hang out/spend time with your child/children.
Because I’ve never enjoy hanging out with my child. I’m with him 24/8 so doing something with him or hanging out with him just seems like an extra chore on top off doing EVERYTHING. (I’m a single parent)
Just want to say I love my son to bits &feel guilty I feel this way & I wish I had whatever feeling you get hanging out/spending time with your children.
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How old is your little one?

When my nearly 3 daughter is with me alone, she's good 60-70% of time. She usually behaves well when we go out, sit quietly waiting for food to come, eat quietly without wondering around. so it can be quite enjoyable sometimes.

My little one is 6 and I struggle playing cars or even soft play but I try and find things we both like for instance painting or swimming try and find something you both enjoy

I’m with you. I think it’s called mom burnout. When you’re with anyone 24/7 you begin to feel less excited to be around them. We’re still humans with feelings and emotions. We love our little humans, but there is a dynamic where you need a break. I love my husband and need a darn break and he’s an adult. Also look into nd, turns out I had raging adhd and being medicated help so much it’s almost stupid! But yeah, you’re so not alone. I struggle daily.

Ever since my 3 year old was born I only want to do events for her. I love hanging out with her. It’s more about taking them to cool events, places and giving them a wonderful diverse childhood. It’s about raising them. Giving them the opportunity to see amazing things and be social. If I were a single mom with no help, I might have a different experience though. Do you have any help?
It honestly sounds like you need help or need to change your perspective. Everything you do with your child should not feel like a chore. He can sense your energy and will start to know you feel this way. Do something that you enjoy too!