i definitely relate. i had my first kiddo in April of last year and then my daughter was born March of this year so i never really got out of that phase before i got thrown right back into it. it’s extra hard because my boy is a HUGE momma’s boy at the moment and my daughter also really does not like being away from me 🥲
Yep. Even more so going from one child to two. Trying to take 10 mins here and there when I can to do things that make me feel better. Today was reading the Bible, painting my toes (which I had to pause so actually took like an hour lol). I’m trying to figure out what my daughter likes such as the play mat I got so even if she can sit for 10 mins I might be able to do something for myself. Mentally it’s been hard! I also feel guilty as I feel like I’ve blurred out/forgotten a lot of the first month because of how difficult that time was mentally. Anyone else? 😭
I totally agree. I honestly do not feel like my old self anymore. I now have 2 under 2 and damn, it's hard. Trying to be everything to everyone and still have a smile on my face is the hardest thing. I hate looking at pictures of myself before having kids-- I feel like I don't even know that person anymore. Then trying to lose weight/ get the pre baby body back is a struggle. I know I'll probably never be the way I was before, but I would love to see at least some progress. So no, you're not alone. 💕
Yes me too. I think it's important to make time for yourself as much as possible. I enjoy a bath once my baby goes to sleep for the night, and paint while he naps. If I don't have time to actually do something I enjoy, I watch videos about it (for me that's horseback riding).
Same here and this is my fourth child . I’ve never experienced this before . I can only think of the differences from my other pregnancies and that’s this time I’m not losing the weight , I now have chronic hypertension and I haven’t gone right back to work . I feel stuck in time . I don’t have the energy or motivation to do anything besides parent 🥺😩
Thank you ladies for sharing. It makes me feel better to know I’m not alone. I hope we all find our new selves soon. Motherhood is amazing, but it’s a lot. Happy Mother’s Day🩷
I totally feel this. I also exclusively breastfeed/nurse so I can’t ever have time to myself for more than like 2 hours. I always have to be with him which I love being with him but I would like a little time alone or to run some errands by myself. I just don’t feel like myself. He’s a mama’s boy and always wants to be with me and cries so much with my husband. It’s hard
Feeling the exact same way.
Hi! Yes im on the same boat. Losing the weight has been so stressful, I don’t feel myself what do ever and at times miss the old me. Give yourself grace! 🖤