Is there anyone out there that is a first time SAHM?

Question

I'm a first time SAHM with my 4.5 mo old son. This last week was a hard one for me. Don't get me wrong I have a good baby but I just feel out of touch sometimes with my motherly instincts. I just find that I've been having a hard time lately and wanted to know if there is anyone I could chat with that's maybe in the same boat? Please don't tell me about PPD just want someone to talk to and maybe help me with what I'm going through......Too many details to list....Thanks for any support.

How do I email if it says user does not allow email? There was a few people I was interested in talking to but I click on them and that's what it says.

Answer 1

I am a first time stay at home mommy, my son is 14 months old but i have been with him since he was born, so I understand fully what you are going through. I felt the same way. Please feel free to email me on my direct e-mail which is [e-mail]. I would love to be able to help you out. I felt lost for a while with my son and he was a super good baby, sometimes I felt as if though I was missing out by not going back to work and what not, I mean I love my son more than anything in this world but I was so used to a routine that once things changed it took me a while to adjust. I also found myself having a hard time adjusting to having a new little one around. If you want to talk feel free to e-mail me. Take care hun!!!

Answer 2

It gets easier as you get more intune with the different noises your baby makes, he'll start getting better at making different sounds for different needs...

You aren't alone in having difficult weeks- babies (unfortunately) don't come with rule books, and your new role as mom isn't exactly clearly defined in any job description either.

I am a first time SAHM too, although my daughter is almost two now...and I had many bad weeks, but more good ones. You will get through these weeks, and please contact me if you want to talk.

Could it be that this week was bad because he is teething? Check in his mouth for bumps around the gumline.

EDIT: I was about to email you, but noticed that you haven't allowed email contact on your profile page, so you need to edit your profile to enable other users to email you, otherwise anyone you contact may not be able to answer you :)

Answer 3

I felt the same way with my first son. I didn't feel as "motherly" as everyone told me I should. I felt like I was doing everything wrong.

When my second son was born, we had an immediate bond. I hate to say it but it took me until my second son was born to really understand what being a mother was all about.

A good thing I started doing was going to the gym. My gym offers a daycare that is free to all members so I get about an hour and a half to myself everyday. This has helped me so much both physically and emotionally.

Answer 4

I've been a SAHM for almost 4 years. It gets boring sometimes but I love being able to see the changes my son goes through. If you wanna talk heres my email [e-mail]

Answer 5

I am a first time SAHM mom I have a 5month old daughter. It is very hard. Between taking care of my daughter and keeping up with the house work and to make matters worse for me we are moving in the next month so I have to pack too. Feel free to e-mail me. I know exactly what you are going through.

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Answer 6

I've stayed at home with my kids for 3 years. It gets very hard some days. There are days, I'd do just about anything for a little adult conversation to relieve my baby mush brain! Hang in there. It's definitely worth it!
You can email if you want to talk anytime. [e-mail]
Good luck!!

Answer 7

I am a stay at home mom now. I have three kids and always worked until I had my last child. He is now 9 months and it is very hard being home everyday with them. I love my kids dearly but I don't get a break. I know what you are going through. It's hard.