I had ds1 and loved it . I returned to work when she was 9 months . I conceived again when ds was 11 months. I found the pregnancy very hard but got through it and felt relief when baby 2 arrived .
I have a 20 month gap. I have bonded with and adore baby 2 but I’m exhausted and struggling . I don’t have the same rush of happiness I had after ds1 .
Ds1 is at nursery 2 short days a week ( 8-3) and I relish this time - we can’t afford more. DH is amazing and helps a lot around the house. He is incredible.
We have no family around us unfortunately .
I’m struggling. I’m tearful . I’m exhausted. I feel like I just want wine!!! I Can’t work out if I’m sleep deprived or slightly depressed or this is Normal. I feel very sad.
I found having one child a breeze and I was so happy . yet now I have a toddler and a baby I am finding life so hard.
I have stopped my glass of wine a night as I think this was probably a bad habit . I just feel helpless and am finding myself snapping at DH.
Baby 1 is 25 month. Baby 2 is 5 months . Currently breastfeeding .
Tips ? Advice ?