Your wife probably does a lot for the family. It’s important you remember to take care of her too, especially before she becomes overwhelmed with activities and not able to take time for herself. The best way you can help your wife is to help her and give her a break.

The things you can do to help give your wife a break might seem like ordinary things, but they will actually make a difference. They are some of the things you might have already done before to. Your wife will love when you do these things for her by going the extra mile.

Going the extra mile in a marriage is also important—marriage is about serving and loving each other. Showing your appreciation by helping them to give time to themselves for a minute or more can help you both become better parents and spouses to each other, as explained on this site. After all, parenting and marriage is team work.

If your wife needs a break, here are some things you can do to help give her a break.

1. Play games with the kids

Take time to play with your kids and make them laugh. It can help distract them to give your wife some time alone. Laughter from your children can even help you feel less stressful. Your kids will also love that you are playing with them too!

2. Make dinner for the family

Taking a turn to make dinner is simple and a great way for your wife to be the one to sit down. You can even show off your own cooking skills.

3. Call a babysitter

Sometimes just getting you two out of the house and going on a date or some fun adventure can help relieve the stress. You two need to spend some time together away from the kids. Call a babysitter.

4. Bring her flowers and a note (or even a gift)

Be spontaneous and surprise your wife with her favorite flowers, a gift, or a note. Even the cutesy little things like this is something you still need to remember you are loved.

5. Put the kids to bed

Take turns putting the kids to bed. She will especially love this if she is a stay-at-home mom or had a long, stressful day at work and needs a break to kick back and relax.

Whether you choose to do some of these things to help give your wife a break in her day there are a million of other things you can do. Never be afraid to step up and take action to help her out or plan something for the two of you. Even the smallest of efforts will help you grow closer and have a stronger marriage.