I'm so tired

[BLTLover]

Burgh. First world problem. Single parent and my child has decided to start getting up between 5 and 6 to discuss batman with me! Then I do an hour commute inc nursery drop then 8 hours work and same commute on way home. I'm also struggling to sleep hence I'm shattered and spotty and have a crap diet!

Sorry to hear that you are having such a tough time. We had great success with those little clocks that light up at the desired time in the morning. If the clock’s asleep then make no sound, when it lights up child can come in and chat.
It’s hard to change your diet when you are shattered but it is really worthwhile and will help you in energy and sleep , it will also set your child up with expectations of what a good diet looks like.
Change one thing at a time, when it is a habit and you no longer have to think about it, change another.

Thanks. It's a recent thing him getting up so early. He usually sleeps until 8! Brighter mornings may be contributing. My ex has had him for 2 nights ina month

It's just hard work

When mine were little I felt no one had told me about the daily grind being so relentless. I was prepared for illness and tantrums and accidents but not the daily slog. It will get better but yes it is tiring . Think you've been a bit spoiled if he usually sleeps til 8.00 though. I always thought 6 am was a result.

I remember these days OP. Up at 530 daily to get to nursery and work and home by 630pm, then up same time at weekend as she was used to it. Things that worked for us-

Weekend mornings lying in bed together watching cartoons on the iPad while I dozed

I took naps when she did at weekends

Lower your standards- do what you can and don't stress about what you can't

I'd find it easier if I had 50/50 custody but there no chance.

I never miss him when hes not here. Is that normal?