Frustrated

I’ve never felt this low in my life. I’ve struggled with depression for years. And I feel so angry and frustrated all the time. I feel sorry for my children because it feels like they’re just seeing the constantly irritated version of me. My partner pisses me off 99% of the time. And I’m tired of trying antidepressants.

I’m just on a real downer recently and I can’t seem to shake it off😪

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It sounds like you could use a break. ❤️ Sahm life is relentless and sometimes you just need time to get your feet back under you. You are frequently irritated because, despite your total devotion, love and best efforts, your children's behavior is frequently irritating, frustrating, and anti social, and you need time to unwind their effect on you. This is a season and it's not necessarily one that's great for short term happiness or mental health. I know we're all cost conscious, but if your partner can't give you some time off it's time to hire occasional help. A few hours of babysitter time is enough to have a long bath and a meal by yourself that you didn't have to cook. It can help you remember yourself and a life for you outside of diapers and feedings. You probably can't do it as often as you'd want, but it sounds like this is a good time. Your mental health is worth it.

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