I have an almost 3 year old and 1 week old I am not handling it well. I wake up dreading everything. I wish I didn’t have a second I don’t think I can handle it. Does it get better? He’s such a good baby but I just hate that I don’t want anything to do with motherhood. I am so scared when my husband goes back to work in a couple days. Im debating on starting on some medication but I just worry this is just me.
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Hi,
Do you have family members or friends that can help you out with your oldest? Or even both to have some time for you to rest?
I feel you and I send you all the force. It is not easy. I only have one that just turned 3 and it’s tough. You’re very strong and I’m sure you’re doing great even though you cannot see it right now.
If you can find a therapist either physically or online, I think that would be helpful as well.
I went to therapy during postpartum bc it was rough and it helped to ease the mind.
If you need to rant or talk to someone, don’t hesitate to reach out

I think you need to speak with your physician about possible PPD or PPA.
For me, my experience with being in the same household as my sister and her 4 kids prepared me for motherhood. It is hard, but it's just taking it each day at a time. You and the kids learn to be around each other as well as build a routine. Try to build yourself a community of other moms, so you don't feel so alone, and know when days are just going to be lazy and that's okay.
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