1. Encourages communication - getting a chance to talk and hang out just us two created opportunities for us to openly communicate. 2. Builds trust - open communication leads to trust; I loved our time together, and want to plan more days like this. 3. You get to know your child on a deeper level - we love when dad and little bro join, but it inevitably distracts from digging deeper with one child. 4. Strengthens your bond - I value my bond with both boys, but sometimes Carter sees Dev & I doing more like activities together. It’s not done on purpose, but Carter gravitates toward dad as they share interests. This makes me want to be even more intentional in ensuring we have plenty of one on one time to connect. #boymom #mom #1on1time #mothethood