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Sleep deprivation and more....

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Ozzy91 · 13/12/2024 11:29

Hi all, think I’m looking for some validation that the way I’m feeling currently is okay and not unreasonable. I’ve got a 2.5 year old son and a 16 week old son. The sleep deprivation is unreal which is tough, but I’m also finding I’m getting angry with baby during the night when he’s waking loads and I know he’s not hungry. I also have my little boy in bed with me (he always comes in during the night) and I don’t want him being woken, or he will want to cuddle but I can’t because I have to look after baby, and then I feel really resentful and guilty and get cross with baby (never physical obviously). The thing is though, I’m never fully awake when all of this happens and then wake up feeling incredibly guilty for the way I’ve spoken to my baby, when I see his sweet little smile especially. I just feel so guilty all the time, for not being able to give both my boys 100% of me, for my first losing time with me and me having to tell him I have to tend to the baby, and to the baby because I get frustrated with him. I’m also worried that these feelings of guilt and frustration might impact my bond with baby. I know I love him and would do anything for him, but there are so many negative feelings associated as well, which does concern me. So basically is this normal? And for those that have experienced, does it get better and if so, when? Thanks x

OP posts:
Oaoejvr · 13/12/2024 11:39

Sleep deprivation is horrific; I was not myself when my second baby was waking all the time. Are you getting any extra sleep to make up for it? Can your children’s dad have the toddler in the night?

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