Feeling like a bad mum

I have had all these thoughts and more over the last few weeks. I haven’t adapted to motherhood as smoothly as I thought I would and I’ve only just gone to bed after a terrible night with my little girl. It’s completely normal to think all of the above. Remember you are learning just as much as she is. I can assure you that you are her world and you’re doing an incredible job. Most people are absolutely just winging parenthood and that’s fine! How else are we meant to do it? Your baby is loved, fed, warm, clothed and that’s all she needs right now 🩷

All these thoughts are perfectly normal and everyone goes through it!
Don’t feel guilty for looking after yourself, just because baby had a bottle it now way makes you a bad parent. Self care is important or you’ll burn out. Try to take social media with a pinch of salt and call your health care team for questions.
Sounds like you’re doing a great job!! 💕

Try feed, change, play (if awake) then sleep x

All they do is feed and sleep at that age. Get your nails done again if it makes you happy. Baby will be fine you’re doing a great job

Hi lovely - mine little boy is 5 weeks and I don't follow wake windows atm. Maybe ignore those for a while and don't put pressure on yourself. Going for a walk or holding your baby on your chest is as good activity as any xx

Honeslty it sounds like your doing great but maybe over complicating it a little which is really normal! I was the same with my first!

Please don’t stress about tummy time and sensory activities at this point! Just follow your babies lead! If they want to sleep, eat and feed then let them! They will get longer wake windows and there will be lots of time for activities!

Laying baby on your chest is also considered tummy time so in her wake windows just pop her on your chest for a cuddle and you will be hitting that box ❤️!

Don’t worry about stopping the infacol just re start it and the gas should clear!

In terms of going out it’s fine if she’s not going out everyday you don’t need to put pressure on yourself to do that - just go out when you want too 💖!

This time is so short - she will soon be very active so just try and enjoy this slower pace of life and all your netflix shows 🥰 Xx

You are overthinking it and honestly too hard on yourself. Baby's main job right now is to grow and put on weight, so all they need is sleep and food. You will see when wake windows become longer (very soon), you will have time for activities. Also, do not let the bad weather keep you indoors. Baby will be nice and comfy in the pram, but you need fresh air and a change of scenery for your mentak and physical health.

Also babies are not capable to express emotion such as love at this age. This will come later on, in a few months. For now their whole being is all about getting their most primary needs met, so as long as vaby is fed (no matter how), warm, clean and has a safe place to sleep, you are going great!