Mums with older babies

It’s easier and harder in different ways. I have a 4 year old, 3 year old and my June girl. Being a first time Mum to my 4 year old was honestly the hardest transition. She was such a good baby (and still the best girl) but it was just so difficult! I found getting into a routine hard, getting out the house impossible and I felt like I just didn’t understand her. I overthought everything and hated making decisions for her because I didn’t trust myself. I think the older they get the more you know them and they know your boundaries and you gain more confidence in all aspects. Toddlers can be hard but they’re so much fun and you have so much more freedom with your day with a toddler as opposed to a baby. My older two are so cheeky and can push boundaries but they make me laugh all day long and they are so loving and they have these amazing personalities that I genuinely enjoy being around. You are not a failure at all! This IS hard and it’s fine to think it’s hard.

You're not a failure at all! Being a parent is hard, and you're allowed to admit that.
My first is 6 now, and my second will be 1 in a couple of weeks. I've definitely found it a bit easier this time than I did with my first. But I think that's because I trust myself more and have faith in my decisions and ability more than I ever did with my first. I loved the toddler years! It's hard at times, but so lovely and amazing. Like Gemma said you definitely get more freedom with your day as they get older and it feels a bit less overwhelming and all consuming. Toddlers definitely know how to push boundaries and there are days when everything goes wrong, but they're so loving and it's amazing seeing them grow and learn and become their own little person. You've got this! Give yourself some grace ❤️