Hi there- I have a 18 month old and have just gone back to work part time. Cue the usual nursery germs that has meant my LO hasn’t been in some weeks and my husband and I have juggled.
One set of grandparents work full time and sadly one of my parents is terminally ill & having chemo so no capacity to help. In fact that is another thing/guilt I struggle with to have little scope to help them.
Usual story I guess of drowning at work, house is just about functioning but the mess& unfinished things adds to stress. I don’t expect to live in a palace but find it’s an extra thing when already tired/depleted. Toddler going through all the germs is extra layer of tiredness and lack of sleep.
My husband helps when he can but I find myself envious of people with family support. Sisters, parents, grandparents who can do childcare or some support. It’s a horrible trait but I just can’t help compare and despair which I know is not useful. Friends are sympathetic but are either caught in our juggle or pregnant or miles away.
I tried to get a cleaner which we can afford if we cut down on other things but had two no shows.the time and effort to research etc is too much (rural location so not much choice).
I guess this has turned into just a ranting monologue. Lots to be grateful for but I’m at breaking point and “just a bad day/week” is turning into several months. Things with my ill parent will only get worse so that is looming too.
any magic wands out three?! Thanks for reading x