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Please make me feel better

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TottenhamCake · 08/04/2026 12:20

For having a lazy day today.

I know it’s basically the hottest day of the year so far. I have a 5 month old so on maternity leave. Usually I have a lot of get up and go and I keep myself really busy but today I just feel like doing nothing. Just gentle chores like laundry and tending to my baby and generally lounging around. I feel guilty though like I should be doing more or going out somewhere with him. Please tell me it’s ok to be lazy for one day!

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Crikeyalmightey · 08/04/2026 12:37

It really is okay. You've done some chores, and you are on maternity leave. Relax and enjoy your baby. There's plenty of busy times ahead, for sure.

Sunshineclouds11 · 08/04/2026 12:40

We all need a down day.
enjoy it with your baby

TittyGajillions · 08/04/2026 12:54

Why have we got to a point where we think that rest is lazy? Stop the fucking glorification of busy and sit down.

TottenhamCake · 08/04/2026 12:55

TittyGajillions · 08/04/2026 12:54

Why have we got to a point where we think that rest is lazy? Stop the fucking glorification of busy and sit down.

Love this. Thank you

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