being the primary parent
this is one part that i didn’t really think about when having a child. like ofc i knew my man would have to go back to work but he worked day shift when i was pregnant so i was more hopeful but now he’s on nights so it is just me and the baby all day every day except weekends but even then im still doing everything for the most part. on top of that he barely helps around the house. ive just been feeling very sad lately like i could just do this all on my own i really dont need him. and that sucks but its true and why keep someone around who isn’t adding anything to your life??
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Can he go back to working a day shift? X
I feel the exact same but my partner works 8-6 i have no help and it does feel easier when he isnt here
I would talk to him and tell him how you feel, especially on the days he isn’t working he should be helping you out. Men don’t always think the same as us and they will wait for you to ask them to do something.
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