I am so glad to be back on the board again. It has been over a year since I posted, but have been reading some of the posts.
I recently had a new baby. He's not so new anymore. He is 10 months now. I also have gotten the opportunity to be a stay at home mom full-time. It is such a challenge. I never imagined it would be soooo much work. I have 3 kids under 4 years old. It gets tough. Pl-eeeeeeease forward me some advice on staying emotionally stable during this season of my life. Thank you guys in advance.
It's so nice to meet you. You & I seem to have similar stories. I too have 3 children: ds8, ds3, and dd 10 months. And I've been home full time for a little over a year. Your question about emotional stability: I have none, well at least on some days. It is extremely hard.
I think part of the problem is that as working moms, we had certain expectations of what life would be like when we were fortunate to stay home. Those expectations certainly were not met. Then, we were used to having adult conversation during the day. Now, at least ay my home, conversations revolve around potty, poopoo, Dora, & Blue. When dh gets home, I am so ready for some real adult conversation. He's ready to chill.
Another problem for me is that I used to be able to have quiet time for myself. I could sneak home while the kids were still at daycare, had some quiet in the van, etc. Now, there is no time for myself. Finally, after over a year, I was able to give myself a manicure on Monday. Why? No time.
As Moms, we put everyone else first in our lives. Husbands & kids come first. It is so important that we take time off for ourselves. I realize that is easier said than done. Who's going to watch the kids?
I don't have the answers. Just know that you are not alone.
