Please help me plan my day!

[Mumbunsandhuns]

Had a terrible night with 10 month old, she was either awake or in a disturbed sleep. So we are both tired and grumpy!

This morning we have got up had breakfast and she’s gone down for a nap but I’m worrying about the rest of the day!

Mum friends with babies have all gone back to work after mat leave, my parents are out for the day, DH parents aren’t an option, weather isn’t great here...

My anxiety is flaring up a bit because of lack of sleep and I was impatient when she woke in the night so didn’t really talk to her just held her or let her chat to herself in her cot until she fell asleep.

What can we do today!

Definitely make some time to watch CBeebies or something - sounds like you both need a nice cosy time indoors. Sorry to hear you're anxious, but remember you're amazing to be doing this, every Mum deserves a medal xxx

That is so kind thank you x

Yes how about some cartoons and a floor picnic lunch, a quick nip to the park even if you're throwing a cardigan over her pyjamas

I remember that anxiety well. Don't put any pressure on yourself. Stay at home together.

Amazing how a couple of mind understanding posts have made me feel much more supported.

If your dc are happy playing by themselves how long do you tend to leave them for? Supervised obviously! I try and constantly interact with DD and I’m not sure I need to x

I would try not to interact with her too much at night if she wakes up, she needs to know it's nighttime not playtime so don't beat yourself up.

Just have a chilled day, tomorrow will be better!

My motto us if they are playing happily don't interfere! Once they get bored and start grumbling you can switch their activity.
Could you get to the library today to get out of the house? They should have baby books you can look at together. Mine enjoyed the supermarket too at that age - lots of lights and things to look at! Both easy outings on a wet day.

If she is playing happily, she's fine. It took me a long time to understand that.

and when you're less exhausted I recommend making a list - indoor places to visit and outdoor places, include cost and local or not.

I've put daft places like Ikea on my free wet days list and it really helps when you're stuck for something to do.