normal?
2007-02-11 11:18:02 · 14 answers · asked by Mark 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Sure it is...doesn't mean you're a bad mom or hate your kids...you just need to be with big people and have some control in your day.
2007-02-11 11:21:30 · answer #1 · answered by Moxie Crimefighter 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do you have any time for yourself on the weekends? It's hard to enjoy your children when you are left with no down time at all. It sounds like you are stressed. I know, since I was a stay at home mom - once with a husband who grabbed the kids and played with them the second he got home, to give me a break --- and the other with a husband who threw himself down in the easy chair with a beer and asked what time dinner would be ready. I can tell you, it was hard to enjoy the kids without a break from parenting once in a while.
See if you can arrange to have some time to yourself on the weekends, even if it's only for a couple of hours. You'll be more clear-minded, and look forward to playing with, enjoying, and getting to know your kids.
Another special thing is tucking them in at night. A newborn is ready made to wear you down, but luckily it's a passing phase. You can develop a bedtime routine that you and your 4 year old can enjoy together, and look forward to as well. You have to restructure your time so that you, and the kids, AND your wife, all have your needs met at one time or another.
2007-02-11 19:28:20 · answer #2 · answered by Bad Kitty! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes in alot of cases,i have friends and family that feel the same way.when your at work you get to interact with grown people who dont need anything except a ride or borrow money.the little ones need constant worry and attention.and after you worked hard all week you just want to relax.try this go to the park with the 4 year old and get out.maybe fishing. trust me on this i have three and it gets to be so enjoyable its not a bother, besides the wife might go too or just need the break and that can benefit big time then when you get best daddy stuff when they go to school it will melt your heart
2007-02-11 19:32:04 · answer #3 · answered by bill n 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. Your only human. Kids are a blessing, but lets face it we all need a rest. I'm a 56 yr. old with an adopted 5 yr. old grandson. I wouldn't change the situation for all the money in the world, but I thank God for kindergarten.
2007-02-11 19:25:00 · answer #4 · answered by lady_godiva 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont think its normal for a mother to want to be away from her newborn for any extended amount of time.
It would seem you had children that you dont really want to be around.
I loved being around my children, and seeing them grow up everyday.
So no, that isnt normal in my opinion.
Sorry to be so harsh.
2007-02-11 19:23:10 · answer #5 · answered by Dawn H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have to say this is normal. Although you love them very much. We all need a break from our children,even if its just work.
2007-02-11 19:22:51 · answer #6 · answered by Kathy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure is. I think all parents are grateful to have breaks away from their kids. I start counting down to my children's bedtime around 6pm every evening. I love spending time with them but I like having time to myself too.
2007-02-11 19:22:08 · answer #7 · answered by J D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sure. im positive u love them lots and all but the adjustment takes time. work at least u know some thigns are guaranteed to happen or not happen there. at home things can be unpredictable and stressful due to that. itll take some time but im sure u can adjust
2007-02-11 19:22:05 · answer #8 · answered by charli_red1218 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely.
2007-02-11 19:20:43 · answer #9 · answered by T Time 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is okay to be a little weird but you are good to like to work. That is okay, and I know that it would be painful to write/read a ginormus paragraphy thingy. So that is it's summary.
2007-02-11 19:34:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋