Normal or am I crazy ? 😞

Question

I’m 18 I am a mother to an 8 month old little boy I’m home with him all day every day I never get a break I’ve never even left him with anyone unless I have a drs appointment I feel sooo stressed and tired i just want to curl up in bed and cry but I can’t I’m not being mean I love my son I’m just so exhausted.

Answer

Parenting is exhausting at times. You are not alone. 
Please take a break when you need it. You can always place your baby in his/her crib or in a safe place and take 5 minutes to yourself. Or you can wait until your baby is sleep to get some "me time". As your baby gets older, it will be easier to get the "me time" needed due to school, day care, etc.

Answer

Soooo normal. Being a mom is hard work. And it’s exhausting. And no matter how great of a mama you are or how much you love your baby - you’re human & you need some time for yourself. Put your little one in their crib/bassinet/pack n play with some toys, & squeeze a nap in, or when they go to bed, watch an episode or two of a show you like or scroll through social media, or whatever it is you want to do, or ask if someone could watch your LO for you for just a couple hours, but you definitely gotta prioritize your mental and physical health & adamantly make time for yourself. ❤️ it’s so easy to get burnt out & trust me - when I haven’t had a moment to myself in days and I’m exhausted - working full time and tending to my son, running on fumes, I’m not nearly as good of a mom as when I’ve had an hour completely to myself - uninterrupted &/or a good nights rest.

Normal or am I crazy ? 😞

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