FREE Date Better As A Mom Webinar registration https://www.coachtracie.life/services FREE Date Better As A Mom Webinar registration https://www.coachtracie.life/servicesIn this episode of Bitter to Better, I dive into how single and default parents can intentionally create and maximize child‑free time—especially around the holidays. I share my personal approach to planning with two different co-parents in two different circumstances, and why thoughtful, proactive communication helps me carve out time for rest, errands, work, travel, and simple enjoyment. A key focus is setting and holding healthy boundaries with an ex, clarifying what information is and isn’t owed, and avoiding patterns that enable last‑minute disruptions. I walk through real examples of coordinating pickup/drop‑off, using school calendars and known work schedules, and confirming plans in advance so you can design breaks that actually happen.I also offer practical ideas for what to do once you have that time—from solo staycations and quiet TV binges to catching up on organizing, pursuing hobbies, or scheduling dates—plus a reminder to plan child‑free time just as intentionally as any other vital resource. Whether it’s winter, spring, or summer break, the goal is the same: lighten the load so you can show up well for yourself and your kids by making space that supports your energy, priorities, and peace. FREE Date Better As A Mom Webinar registration https://www.coachtracie.life/services