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Originally Posted by Hopingtrying
Sounds like you are doing this all by yourself. I agree with Patagonia that you are going to need to sneak in breaks in order to refresh yourself. I don't think there is one correct way to parent. Remember, people, including babies, are not happy 100 percent of the time so if your child is having is also giggling, smiling and sleeping peacefully as well, perhaps you are feeling more guilty than you should. You did not say how old your child is but parenting an infant is just a very tiring job--especially during the first 12 months. For me, I started being able to get more sleep after their first birthday--so if your child is very young--it will likely get more managable as they get older. Hang in there!  |
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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967
It can be tough parenting a baby. There is nothing wrong with admitting you are overwhelmed or wondering whether you should have had the baby. Your feelings are valid. I agree with the above about building in breaks. This is essential. Is there someone in the picture who could step in and relieve you from time to time? You can always find support here. Sending big hugs. |
Yes I'm doing this all by myself. I don't have a single person to step in and offer me breaks. It also doesn't help that my baby doesn't like a wrap or carrier. So my left arm is about to fall off. My right arm is too weak and my back is jacked. I had spinal surgery a year and a half ago. I know it sound like I'm complaining but I think as a new parent this adjustment is hard. I am friends with other moms, some single, some married (honestly we all go through the same thing) and their child is WAY different. I know it's to be expected, but do I have a high demand child? I feel like he is more needy than other babies I've seen. But also he seems to be growing way ahead of the game (can't complain there). It's a lot. I don't know how to put him down, sneak the breaks I need (not feel guilty about it) and manage my sh#! altogether...