Date Night: Why Intentional Time Matters | Dr. Z & Mama Z
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One of our marriage tips was surprisingly controversial...Date Nights!
Do you ever feel like date night just isn’t realistic right now? Between busy schedules, tight budgets, and finding a babysitter, it can seem impossible to make time for each other.
Dr. Z and Mama Z get real about the challenges couples face when trying to prioritize their relationship. From finances to childcare to unrealistic expectations, get practical ways to rediscover what intentional time together can look like.
Release assumptions about what date nights should be and instead focus on what makes sense for YOU. Whether that’s a candlelit dinner at home after the kids go to bed, a walk in the park, or shared smoothie lunch break, it's about pouring into your spouse.
You'll Learn:
Accidental Controversy on Instagram
What About Finances & Babysitters?
Training New Childcare Help
At-Home Connection Ideas
Digging deeper from the instagram post, let this episode be a reminder to be intentional with your time.
As always, our prayer is that you experience the abundant life.
~ Dr. Z & Mama Z
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What We Discuss:
00:00 Family update
02:22 Viral marriage post that sparked this episode
02:33 Some “date night” misconceptions
03:45 How to create meaningful connection on any budget
06:02 Creative date ideas from Mama Z
08:09 Low-cost traditions and fun like our "mosquito picnic"
10:25 Keep at home dates special
12:27 Finding safe babysitters and training them
16:04 Final encouragement to prioritize love
Episode Resources:
NLF | NaturalLivingFamilyPodcast.com
NLF | Viral Instagram Post
NLF | 10 Tips for Stronger Marriages
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