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I could have written this myself. I am so over arguing with the man I love. So tired of being on all the time. Sick of wanting to workout but never having enough energy. All this being said I absolutely love being a mom and love my baby. I just would love to walk out of the house for 6 hours and worry about nothing, but I can’t do that anymore. I miss waking up not because someone needs me but because I am not tired anymore.
Do you normally do everything yourself? It sounds like you're doing amazing mama! If you're looking for advice I'd say communicate with your husband more. The more we understand each other the better the connection
You aren’t alone. Being a FTM can feel incredibly isolating. What helps me a ton is getting fresh air. I know even stepping outside with your baby can seem overwhelming but something as simple as taking a walk around the block or treating yourself to a coffee. It won’t be like this forever. Know that it does get easier and you aren’t the first or the last mama to ever go through this. You got this! 🫶🏼
It's a massive lifestyle shift and identity shift, and having any time for yourself is so hard. Even the time you do have isn't the same freedom we've had before. I've found having other baby mum friends really important for my journey and thank peanut for helping me with that. My relationship has certainly had challenging moments as well, mostly when we are both tired and not coping. It sounds like you're both doing a great job though, and maybe just need to be more appreciative of each other. This is only a phase and you will come out the other side with your gorgeous little baby x
This is normal and I promise you’re not alone, it’s a very hard adjustment. Sending love and sending hugs. It is very isolating and it does get better, this is a very demanding season when we are 24/7 on our babies and there isn’t much left of ourselves we haven’t poured into. I just broke out of feeling this way.
You’re not the only one. My baby boy is 3 months old and I’m also feeling very lonely and isolated. My husband works long hours. I try to go out and about but now my son doesn’t like to sit in his pram it’s difficult. I try and make time for myself especially when I go to my mums I have more support and can do things for myself. Sometimes you need to leave baby with a trusted adult for a few hours and just be alone. It really helps when I connect with my religion. Remember you’re not alone- advice I need to remember for myself too.
What you’re describing sounds pretty normal it’s sounds like you’re doing an outstanding job. Just remember it’s okay to relax and pamper yourself along the way too. Try to get out a surround yourself with other new moms in the same boat. Remind yourself daily that you’re doing your best and that all that matters.