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Can't cope with mum life

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bakewellbride · 03/12/2023 21:11

Sorry to start another thread but I'm so low tonight. It's really tough right now and I can't stop crying. I don't know what to do. Ds testing behaviour all day, dh working lots so no support, im exhausted and toddler won't go in cot so I'm stuck in the rocking chair. All I want to do is wash up and go to bed.

It's been so constant with the kids that I haven't been able to do anything that makes me feel like me. I normally love runbung but haven't been in ages now. I usually straighten my hair and paint my nails but no time and no energy.

I'm exhausted and wish life was easier.

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bakewellbride · 03/12/2023 21:12

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Mydarlingboy · 03/12/2023 21:16

We all feel like this at times! But know that not every day is like this and there are better days!
maybe speak to your dh and see if there’s a time for you to have some you time! It’s equally important that you get a break and are able to feel like a person again rather than just a mother.
You are doing a fantastic job 😊

LastChristmasIgaveyoumyTart · 03/12/2023 21:21

Well parenthood is tough but will get better in time. Toddlers can take all your time and energy so I’m not surprised you feel like this.
If running is a priority could you get out with toddler in the buggy?

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kisaki333 · 03/12/2023 21:39

Can't really help as the reality is it's just hard. I only have one DC and feel like I'm drowning with my FT job and caring for her outside work. There's no time for me or the things i like.
I get so jealous when i see other seemingly perfect moms who can do it all. But then i remind myself something's gotta give. So if they have time to do their hair or nails etc maybe they have family nearby to help (which I don't). Or maybe they chose to put their child in a nursery for longer hours so they can get time to themselves (no judgement, but just saying there's always a price).
In the end the absolute most precious resource we have is time. Up to you how you spend it but in my view giving as much of it as you can to your DC is the right choice. Even if it hurts you. It won't be forever and over time it will get easier.

Hang in there!

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bakewellbride · 03/12/2023 21:40

I just hate it so much and can't stop crying

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