getting into the Christmas spirit. I want to be excited and silly with her but I just feel exhausted. This is the first year ever that I've felt like a scrooge. Has anyone else experienced this, and if so, how did they remedy it?
2006-12-22 07:42:28 · 5 answers · asked by angelbelle 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
You may be experiencing seasonal depression. Who isn't, just beneath the surface? We are at war. The economy stinks (despite the propoganda that all is doing swell, my wallet knows different) and people are feeling the pressure. Many respond with the action of being selfish, heartless and cruel. So, all this pressure to experience, "happy, happy, happy, joy, joy, joy!" is enough to make anyone feel exhausted.
At two years old, your child doesn't have much expectation for Christmas. So give yourself a break. Take her to see Santa, if that is something you want to do. Trim a small tree. Pop in a video tape and snuggle up and watch A Charlie Brown Christmas or something like that. You don't have to be manic to celebrate the season. Do as much as you wish, or as little as you wish. The less pressure you give yourself, the more you might enjoy what you decide to do for and with your child. This isn't a competition. You are not your mom. Celebrate as you feel. Don't forget the reason for the season. Share that out of the book of Luke in the bible with your child. Take it easy. Less stress=more joy.
Merry Christmas.
2006-12-22 08:01:22 · answer #1 · answered by amazingly intelligent 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I feel the same way. I am doing Christmas for the kid. Doing Christmas along with the usual tasks of motherhood puts a lot of pressure on you. It's hard enough to keep up with the normal every day stuff.
I actually felt better when I got out all of my old Christmas decorations and the good memories came back.
Take her on a drive or walk where there are a bunch of cool decorations. Watch the wonder emerge on her beautiful little face. For them this is amazing, spectacular; magical even.
Believe me---when my co-workers were sending out the "happy holidays" emails today I almost replied to everyone "Christmas Sucks! Stop buying people you love crap that they don't need."
But sharing your daughter's joy should help make the season bright. It really has helped me. If not, try Wellbutrin---it rocks!
Cheers!
2006-12-23 03:10:44 · answer #2 · answered by Mythical Creature 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea, kinda- our Christmas so far hasn't gone as planned, a super fussy boy (he's 14 months), my husband's father had a seizure-not really sure why yet, but he is doing better... his grandmother isn't doing so great either, we are rotating years to be with our fams in different states, so this year is with his fam, and I know I will miss mine a lot, but it's hard getting my mom to understand, and makes me feel bad. Then, by complete accident, after my husband laid our son down in his crib, he turned to put his hat down, and the side to the crib wasn't up yet, and our son stood up really quick and fell on the floor out of the crib... he's ok, I think he was more scared than anything, and no bumps or bruises or anything and acting normal... so that was scary... anyways, yes, it's wearing me down a lot... but what helps is every time my son sees a Santa, he says, "Ho ho ho." And it's weird, but he already I can tell loves Christmas time- the music on the radio, movies we watch here and there, our tree, the presents, etc. SO that all helps a lot... just seeing him happy and okay! It makes me feel better.
Try to do things with her you enjoy that wont' wear you down too much. See how excited she gets over it all, and that should make you smile :) Goodluck, and try to have a very Merry Christmas!!!!
2006-12-22 15:53:44 · answer #3 · answered by m930 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just think......does your baby really deserve this? Why don't you just start tickling him/her on their most ticklish spot & enjoy hearing the giggles. They are so innocent at that age that they have no worries in the world. Remember, they feel your feelings too, he/she is probably wondering what's wrong with you. Just try to get on the floor & play for a while, you might end up feeling alot better after hearing how much fun you guys can have together............good luck & keep your head up!
2006-12-22 15:49:42 · answer #4 · answered by ANGELICA G 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
pamper her.... thats all she is looking for. and keep her warm as well. its quite a cold for her
2006-12-22 16:08:11 · answer #5 · answered by dalal h 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋