I am home with my kids about 90% of the time. I am never concerned about hurting them intentionally, but I have had one of my "tantrums" and scared my older son. I realized afterwards that if he or the toddler had been behind a door, I might have hit them with the door as I was slamming it over and over again.

When I was VERY depressed, I was able to do the bare minimum of giving them meals and changing diapers, but for the most part, I just made sure they were in a safe area and let the TV be the mommy for the day. I felt guilty, but after a while I relized I was doing the best I could.

I tell my husband now when I am feeling capable or incapable of being Mommy and he does the best he can to accomodate me.

I am hoping I can do a better job once I am on meds and managing this better.

Just do the best you can and celebrate the small victories of keeping them safe and fed.

I hope that helps...