Summer as a physician spouse presents unique challenges as we juggle solo parenting while our partners work full-time, but with the right approach, we can create magical moments amid the chaos. I'm sharing five practical strategies to help med spouses navigate summer while maintaining sanity and building meaningful family memories.

• Create weekly rhythms instead of rigid schedules—themed days provide structure without overwhelming
• Involve kids in planning by creating a summer bucket list of activities they want to do
• Document moments through shared photo albums or a "summer gratitude wall" to help include your working spouse
• Schedule self-care time, even if it's just an hour to yourself while trading childcare with a friend
• Lower expectations and prioritize joy over perfection—sometimes ice cream for dinner creates the best memories
• Find ways to include your spouse through shared photo albums and gratitude walls
• Plan one sacred family time each week, even if brief
• Let your spouse be the "fun parent" when they're home instead of loading them with chores

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