What did you struggle with most when you had your first baby?

[GummyBearGrandad]

My niece recently gave birth to her first baby and was complaining that no-one told her about the really difficult stuff of being a first-time mum. Such as colic, teething, reflux etc. I'm trying to get her to join Mumsnet as I think she'll benefit from the support so I want to link this thread to her (and it's also why I've changed my posting name so she will recognise it instantly).

So, be honest and tell me what you found most difficult with your first baby and what advice you would give to others.

For me, it was the colic and breastfeeding. I felt under quite a lot of pressure to keep going with the breastfeeding even though it bloody hurt and I got mastitis. I also remember the sleepless nights just walking up and down with her screaming over my shoulder and feeling so very shite, frustrated, angry and helpless. Then feeling guilty that I couldn't stop her from crying.

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day to day loneliness

[Coconut0il]

lew this thread is 4 years old. You'll get more help if you start your own.
You aren't alone. I hated every second being pregnant. I was sick daily, tired all the time, constantly nauseous. I spent 3 months off work and in bed. Just take it day by day. It will end. Check out the hyperemesis thread in the pregnancy section, it's one of the only things that got me through.