To miss my DS?

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Even though he's not really gone anywhere?

Had DC2 by c section 6 days ago and since then I've found myself pining for all the time I used to spend with DC1. I'm doing everything I can to try and make time for him but it's just not the same, and I have a baby on me pretty much 24/7. He's only 3 and has ASD, so I'm not sure what's going on in his head right now.

He's at nursery this morning and I'm just sat here missing him dreadfully. I think about all the little things we do together, like going to the park or out for cake, and feel frustrated that we're not doing them any more.

You’ll be able to do them again soon op, these early days with a newborn can make you feel like you’ll never get some semblance of a normal routine again especially post c section but soon enough you’ll have your new routines with both your boys and memories made with the two of them you’ll look back fondly on

I think everyone feels this way op with second children. It’s a huge change for everyone so be easy on yourself and do lots of stories and cuddles with your older one.

It gets easier.

I'm in a kind of mourning for that phase of my life, I think. And I'm too tired to feel optimistic about the next phase!

My boys also 3 years apart and I felt just the same.