I've be a sahm for 6 years now... is it possible to become burnt out after a while? I'm stuck in the house most days in D.C. with a toddler and an infant. Yes, there is tons to do; however, if the baby sees me moving around, working or exercising (doing anything productive) she clings to me, so I find myself having to settle for tv watching, computer using, childs play. Yes, I enjoy playing with the kids, but after a while I become bore with that. So any advice from other sahm on how to keep a good attitude when opposition is keeping you from doing what you'd rather be doing?
2007-02-26 03:23:15 · 4 answers · asked by llenahS 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
being a stay at home mom is the hardest job in the world i mean really what other job is there where what you do directly impacts someones life like raising children.i have been on both sides of the fence stay at home and working mom for 24 years i have a 13 year old now and i am a stay at home mom with him at the moment when my kids were small it was almost to much i had 3 in diapers and on bottles at the same time and going anywhere was like moving with all i had to pack to go out but i agree with the other answer you need to have time for yourself as well its important to not become depressed about being inside all the time with toddlers make 1 day a week for you even if its just a couple of hours to take a hot bath or read a book or just sit in the quiet we all need to recharge sometime good luck
2007-02-26 03:46:51 · answer #1 · answered by patbgone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need away time; sign up at one of your local churches for the Mommy's day out.....normally it's just one day a week for 3 or 4 hours; you will do your children a great service in several ways, 1) you will get the break you need and deserve, 2) they will learn that they can be without you for a few hours and that you will come back, 3) they will learn how to interact with others....
2007-02-26 11:30:21 · answer #2 · answered by abc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm in the same position as you so unfortunately I don't have an answer for you. I know I feel beyond burnt out. I love my kids and am so thankful for the opportunity to be with them but there are times when I just feel so blah . Good luck to you and thanks for asking a great question !
2007-02-26 11:28:42 · answer #3 · answered by JiminyCricket 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nip it in the bud now. Get her used to playing independently. When she is playing alone...let her be...don't talk to her or distract her. She will learn. Hang in there!! This is just a short period of time and it gets way better as the kids get older!!!
2007-02-26 12:20:58 · answer #4 · answered by Li 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋