13: Reclaiming Date Nights After Kids | Tips, Intentional Planning, and THE ABC Date Night Inspiration
Messy MotherhoodShow Notes
“If you want to have fruitful and fulfilling date nights, you're going to have to shift your perspective on what date night looks like.” –Stephanie Booe
Do you ever miss the days when date nights were spontaneous, simple, and stress-free? In the midst of motherhood, those carefree evenings can feel like a distant memory. Between bedtime battles, endless to-do lists, and the daily demands of parenting, keeping romance alive often feels like one more task on your plate. In this episode with Stephanie and Alex, you’ll discover that you’re not alone in this struggle and that it’s possible to bring fun, connection, and intentionality back to your relationship.
You’ll hear how shifting just a few habits can help you reclaim date nights as sacred time for you and your partner. Instead of letting family logistics take over, you’ll learn how to set aside dedicated time for deeper connection, laughter, and growth. These small but powerful choices can help you nurture not just your role as parents, but your bond as a couple.
Stephanie and Alex also share a playful strategy that they’ve loved over the last two and a half years – the ABC date night. Whether you’re planning something adventurous or enjoying a cozy night in, you’ll walk away with encouragement and inspiration to reimagine your own date nights. Because at the heart of it all, date nights aren’t about perfection—they’re about creating intentional moments of joy and love that remind you why you started this journey together. Grab your notepad and be ready to feel inspired to plan your next date night after this episode!
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