What to do with 6 month old

[mangobaby1]

Hi

I am battling depression and I have no idea what to do all day with my 6 month old.
I feel terrible as most days we just spend it in the bedroom playing on the play mat or in the chair.
Does anyone have suggestions.

I would love to spend some time outside but I have no idea where we could go or what to do.

Really feel for you as entertaining a six month old can be hard, especially if you have depression.

Going outside will get easier when the weather warms up a bit.

For now, could you put her in the pram or a sling and go for a walk each day? If you've got a park nearby, you could see if she likes the baby swings and you could feed the ducks if you have any. Getting out and walking might help you feel a bit better too.

Have a read of these activities for 6 month olds. Don't feel that you have to do all of them though. I'd just choose one that you like the sound of and see how that goes

I would love to spend some time outside but I have no idea where we could go or what to do

I'd also have a look if any of the local petting farms are open, if you've got transport. Bet she would love a look at the animals

Have a look on Facebook for some local mum groups (type your home town + mum into the search and there are usually lots to choose from).

They usually have people asking this same question, so you could either read the answers and go to a local group & meet other mums, or reply privately saying you are in the same boat and does that person fancy meeting up for a walk in a park.

There are also online classes you can do (baby sign or baby massage would be good ones for this age). Good luck, I hope you find something 💐

Aim to get out at leasrt once a day. A walk to the shops, a walk to the park. TRy some baby massage. (not for me but many get on with it.) .

Let us know how you get on too Mango