Core Concepts
Becoming a new parent can be an emotionally overwhelming experience, even during a long-awaited date night.
Abstract
The content describes the author's experience of going on their first date night with their spouse since the birth of their twin daughters. Despite the excitement and anticipation of this special occasion, the author felt anxious and prematurely depressed leading up to the date.
The author explains that at only three months postpartum, they were still hormonal and emotionally fragile. Leaving the babies for the first time was also nerve-wracking. The author's fears went beyond just missing the babies, as they struggled to "keep it together" and not ruin the special night.
The author had to take a moment to compose themselves in the bathroom, reminding themselves to breathe and get it together. This highlights the emotional challenges new parents can face, even during a celebratory event like a date night. The content provides insight into the complex emotional landscape of early parenthood and the adjustments required, even for seemingly joyful occasions.
Stats
The twins were three months old at the time of the date night.
The author was 28 years old and it was their third wedding anniversary.
Quotes
"Before my glass of wine had arrived at the table, I had excused myself to the bathroom where I locked myself in a stall and fanned at my watering eyes. Told myself to breathe. To get it together and not ruin this special night."