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I would look for mom groups in your area, drop in play for your child. Take the kids for walks when you can, getting outside does wonders.If you are feeling really low and depressed I would touch base with your Dr
I am going crazy
I'm a stay at home single mom with a 2 year old and 8 month old I feel so depressed and I feel like I'm going crazy I barely get 6 hours of sleep because the baby wakes up at night and then he wakes my other child up. I feel drained I am literally here with them 24 7 I don't go anywhere I'm on government assistance so I don't have a job and I just feel like I'm going to lose it being stuck in this house every day I have been yelling at them because they don't listen my 2 year old makes a huge mess and writes on the walls and wines when she doesn't get what she wants. She's always throwing tantrums if she doesn't get her way and my baby crys because he wants to be Carried all day I can't shower cook or clean without him screaming and crying I don't know what to do anymore I don't have friends or family to talk to I just feel like every day it's the same routine and I don't feel like I have a purpose here
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You need to take care of yourself, mama. When I was in a similar position, I'd take the babies for a walk in the morning, feed lunch, and then have a shower while my baby napped in a chair and my toddler played with toys in the bathroom so I could watch them both. We went to the library lots (baby in a carrier) for a free outing and books to entertain my toddler. I'd read to my toddler while nursing my baby, and playdough was also a great distraction to keep my toddler busy while I was cooking!I did find the 2 under 2 tedious, so I joined virtual clubs like sewing and cooking to connect with other people and learn new skills. Your purpose is different than it used to be, but vastly important nonetheless. These days go quickly, I assure you. Speak to your doctor if you may need some help with ppd, or consult a naturopath about balancing your hormones if you think that may help ❤
I am so sorry. This time can be incredibly tough. I agree with other commenters of trying to put baby in a chair, even if they cry, and toddler toys in bathroom and take that shower you deserve! Also a stroller walk or drive to a park where your 2 year old can play (and tired themselves out) while you take some rest on a bench with baby in a carrier can do wonders. Your 2 year might be feeling the same as you and also be going crazy in the house. My friend with 2 little ones takes shaving cream (with or without food coloring in it) and lets them both play in the tub. Keeps them contained but having fun while you take a rest even if it’s just doing a face mask or something at the sink. You got this!
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