I’m so exhausted, im so mentally exhausted. I love my baby so much but recently I’ve been feeling so disconnected recently all I’ve been doing is putting the telly on for them all day while I just sit there. When I try to play with them and interact they have none of it I feel like they don’t love me. When they go to bed I just cuddle them in bed and just cry to myself.
Does anyone have any advice on how to get out of this rut?
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I feel for you. I felt like this in january and since going back to work on 1st Feb, I am feeling so much better. I miss my little girl so much, but i have more time for myself, i can shower, go to the gym, eat/drink well lol and when she comes home, i'm a better mum for it! I'm happier and more present. I do work from home and the nursery is close to the house so i am lucky that i don't have a commute etc.
Are you going back to work? Or if not have a family member who can have your little one for a few hours a week so you can have some time for yourself?
No I do want to get into work but I’m a single mum not much money and childcare can be expensive. Most of my family members work but I think they wouldn’t mind.

Sounds really tough but there’s no way they don’t love you! You are their Mummy ❤️ have you tried going out for a walk and popping them in the baby swing at the park to get out of the house for a bit if they’re not as keen on playing inside? Or maybe playing with one of their toys that can be in the bath with them so that they can splash about too. If they’re feeling too tired to play, a book on the sofa together is another way you two can bond together. Most libraries have baby bounce and rhyme sessions that are free and great for getting out of the house and doing something different. It sounds like you could do with some more friendly faces in your day too ❤️ really hope you start to feel better soon