When a day is scheduled too closely, it is easy to resent a child who awakes early from a nap and changes the plan. Learn to relax. When the pressures of trying to be perfect become great, parents may overreact. It's important for parents to sometimes make changes in order to cope with the daily demands of parenthood. Rather than planning everything, be willing to let some things just happen.
Spontaneity is a welcome change.
When the children are sleeping, take some time to relax. For a few minutes, do nothing and enjoy it. New tasks may be tackled with renewed enthusiasm. Rearing happy, well-adjusted children is quite an accomplishment for any parent.