How do you balance parenting and your sex life?

After our post about hiding your sex toys, the Sanity Fairy mailbox was jammed.

Here are two of the best (and funniest) comments, with special thanks to the readers who wrote in:

MarshaZ66 wrote to share this dilemma:

“My lover recently surprised me by dressing up in his Superman costume. It sounds weird but, in the moment, well, you’ve heard the phrase ‘Man of Steel’?

Seeing him in his full manhood worked for me. Somehow, however, the costume got lost and found its way under my bed. Two days later, I heard my kids playing quietly together — the kind of quiet play that makes your ears perk up.

Then, I heard,  ‘Superman!’ Guess who was taking turns dressing as their favorite action figures?

What’s a single mom supposed to do?

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The Sanity Fairy says:

“This guy sounds like a lot of fun! As you learned the hard way, however, this ‘Man of Steel’ needs a better resting spot than under your bed after he performs feats ‘far beyond those of mortal men.’”

So, the next time (we bet you can’t wait!), follow the same rule you set for your kids: When you’re finished playing, put your toys away.

No matter what this guy may think (or you felt!), this outfit is not going to take up much space.”

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Then, Love2play wrote to ask:

“One of my single mom girlfriends has a killer wardrobe of sexy lingerie, which she washes and hangs to dry in full sight of her teen-aged kids.

I have my own ‘sex for sure’ undies, but I “stealth launder” my stuff.

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What does the Sanity Fairy suggest?

Here’s the bottom line: What’s so special about lingerie that has already been seen and commented upon by a bunch of adolescents?

Part of getting in the mood is the fun of preparation.

Kids definitely are not hanging around hoping for the opportunity to help you do laundry. A quick swish in the bathroom basin should do the trick. My favorite spot to hang “special” undies is over my headboard on top of a towel. The nice stuff dries quickly.

Stealth launder, absolutely.

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Obviously, you’ve all got experiences like these to share — so, please do.

Single dads — don’t be shy — we’d love to hear from you!

Please keep sending those questions!

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