Understanding My Kink

I'm a stay-at-home mom and recently discovered I have a kink involving DDLG dynamics. The idea of submitting to the care and control of an authority figure, like my husband acting as a Daddy, really turns me on. We've tried it out in the bedroom with playful spankings that leave marks but aren't painful, just enough to feel naughty and controlled. I enjoy being treated like a young adult who needs guidance, though I'm 18+. It's confusing because this is such an intense new experience for me. Am I just trying to escape reality through role-play, or is it something deeper? Any advice from those who've explored similar dynamics would be appreciated.