The Art of Roughhousing

Our kids say I’m not as good at wrestling as their Dad, that I’m more of a cuddler. So I’ve been reading up on roughhousing to get them laughing, working out their angst, teaching them about consent and boundaries, and greasing the gears of our relationship. Full of amazing ideas ranging from simple to complex, for six-month-olds to teenagers, from as easy as ‘lie on the couch and pretend to sleep’ and ‘build a pillow fort around yourself and don’t let your kids touch you’ to full-on gymnastics-inspired physical stunts to do with your child. Warning: One time we shattered a vase! But I’m proud to report the boys are beginning to accept mom as a wrestler.