part 1. Where does the time go: You are more than a parent : how kids and leisure affect identity ; The problem with free time ; Make it work : why we need pockets of indulgence, and how to fit them in
part 2. Marriage: The baby bomb ; Time to be together : how to make time for romance ; Let's talk about sex
part 3. Self-care: The joy of being alone ; Exercise, sleep, and other "responsible" choices ; Putting yourself first : fitting in self-care
part 4. Friendships: Friends forever? : how friendships (and our time for them) change after kids ; The value of socializing : why everyone needs time for friends, but parents especially ; How to make new friends, how to see old ones.