What do you do on days when you’re exhausted??

I feel like a terrible mom right now. I’m just sooo exhausted. All I want to do is lay down and sleep but I can’t. My 2 year old keeps crying and wanting my attention. I’m trying my best to give it to her but ugh. I’m so frustrated and I feel like such a bad mom. I don’t want her to watch TV but she just keeps fussing over idek know what. I don’t have a car and I’m too exhausted to walk anywhere. Idk. I just feel terrible. Nothing I give her or try to do with her right now is working.

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I know you’ve said you’re too exhausted to walk, but I have always found life out the house easier with a kid. The fresh air would chill us both out, seeing things gave me something to talk to her about or she would just watch the world go by. Make yourself a drink and get out for a little walk with the pushchair.

Even standing out of your door/walking just to the nearby shop or park with the pram/pushchair will help you breath the fresh air. Kids feel better instantly.

Maybe have some tea/coffee or order some takeaway if you are tired. It happens, when we are constantly with the kids.

If you have anyone else at home, just ask them to take care of her for few minutes until you feel calmer.

Don't worry you are not alone. Don't be harsh on yourself. Take care, hope you feel better soon xx

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