Anyone else not enjoying motherhood?

I feel like this is normal. When my little guy turned 4 months I cried for a whole week. I thought the sleeping and feeding and gas would be in order by then. I kept thinking I wasn't cut out for this. I missed going to work and talking to adults that can talk back. I reached out to women in my life that have kids and the advice was the same. Get out of the house, alone or with my husband and son. Do something that is enjoyable to you. So I did both. I went out alone a few times and left my son with my husband or mom. My husband, son and I went out as a family a few times. I felt much better and now, a month later and I feel even better. I will be independent once again but for now, my boob barnacle and I are one.

I completely understand you… I cried from last night till this morning… it’s all just overwhelming… I just take it a day at a time… if I can sleep for at least an hour when she’s asleep… I do it… if not… I just lay down and rest… it’s not easy and remember you’re not alone.

Does your husband ever take it in turns to watch the baby at night so that you can get some shut eye? It’s important that you both get some rest, not just him. Yes, he’s earning money, but you are providing and tending to your child which is equally if not more important and demanding. You both signed up to be parents, so make sure you get some rest too xx

Your not alone ❤️

I remember when my baby was first born, I couldn't sleep at night because I was so scared that she'd choke on her own vomit in her sleep, her reflux was that bad, it's horrible isn't it? I cried every single day for about 3 months after I had my second baby,I know it sounds cliche but it does get better, it's really really crappy at first, but then something suddenly lifts and it just feels better. Also, prioritise your sleep as well!! Unless he has to look after tiny humans, his sleep isn't that important! And scientifically, men do better on less sleep than women do, so make sure you tell him that!

Just here to say it's normal to feel this way and also that it won't last forever. I'm pretty sure that 4 months from now you LL start to feel a bit better already. You got this mama. Also your partner could help at night (he works during the day yes. So do you!). He is a dad and partner.

Motherhood is hard, we are forced to do it all alone but it shouldn’t be like that. Sending you a virtual hug! Hang in there, things will get better