Can I have a platonic caregiver while in a relationship?
Hi everyone… I’m not really sure how to word this, but I could really use some advice or just reassurance.
I’m someone who experiences age regression, though it’s pretty quiet most of the time. When I do slip into that headspace, I just want comfort and to feel safe and cared for in a really safe, SFW way. Nothing romantic or inappropriate at all.
I have a partner that I love very much, but he isn’t really accepting or understanding of age regression. We’ve tried talking about it before, but it didn’t really lead anywhere, and I don’t want to push him into something he’s uncomfortable with.
Lately I’ve been wondering if it would be wrong of me to want a separate friend who could be a caregiver or babysitter for me during those moments. Someone who understands that side of me and can be there in a completely platonic and respectful way.
I would never cross any boundaries or hide anything, and there would be no flirting or emotional replacement involved. I just… want to feel taken care of sometimes in a way my partner can’t really provide.
I’m worried though that even wanting that might be disrespectful to him, and I don’t want to hurt our relationship.
Has anyone else gone through something like this?