I am due to have my baby in 2 weeks. I am very excited and extremely happy, but a little depressed at the same time?!? I have a 2 1/2 year old that I stay home with and plan on doing the same with my daughter. I love my job of being a stay at home mommy and wife, but it seems that it is getting harder and harder to manage things that I should normally be able to do. I can't maintain a schedule and I have an excuse for everything. I have a hard time even facing the upcoming day of the same old routine. It is affecting everything from my parenting to my marriage. The days have been so pretty, but I don't even take my son out to play. He is cooped up in the house all day with cartoons, and I'm not very interactive with him anymore. My husband notices, and tries to help me, but I am very unappreciative towards him, even down to sex (non-existant on my part), and I just dont pretty up like I used to. I just don't have that "want to" ,which I want to have so bad! Any one else been there?
2007-04-17 13:29:02 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Oh man, you must be soooo tired. A 2 year old & another one on the way very soon. You must feel a little overwhelmed and a lot exhausted!
Maybe you just need a little break. Meaning, to get out of the house for a litltle while by yourself. Can your husband watch your son while you go get a pedicure or something?
Also, don't be too hard on yourself. You're uncomfortable and your hormones are probably going nuts. It really would be a good idea to get outside, even if you have to make yourself do it. Fresh air & sunshine will probably do a lot of good for you and your son.
If you're really feeling super blue, though, talk to your doctor. You should not keep these feelings all botted up.
Just do your best. Your family needs you. I'm sure no one expects you to be superwoman, so stop expecting that of yourself!
Good luck and congrats.
PS: Please don't be afraid to talk to your friends/family about how your feeling!
2007-04-17 13:41:07 · answer #1 · answered by CatTech 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i'm also due in a few weeks...three to be exact...and i'm going through the same thing. i do work and it's soooo exhausting! when i get home and my son asks for a little cuddling i sometimes get irritated because i just feel tired and i don't know...the doc says it's normal, just caused by hormones, and the overwhelming thought of having another little one that will depend on u, but also says don't let it ruin ur family...we just have to remember that we have control. so i think u should also take a time out. if ur at ur wits end take a walk or find someone to talk to...by the time u go home everything will be all right...it's also helpful to talk to ur partner too, explain to him what ur going through and tell him that it will be over soon. it won't hurt to ask for support from him.
2007-04-17 13:41:25 · answer #2 · answered by suzielyse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your hormones are crazy right now and will be until a few weeks after delivery. Many women get depressed during pregnancy, so it's normal. Dont keep it inside and discuss it with those you are close too so that they can help you the best they can. You have done such a selfless thing by carrying a baby and bringing her into this owrl.d
2007-04-17 13:42:02 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you just tired b/c you are 9 months pregnant? I didn't think the blues were supposed to hit until after the baby was born. I think you should probably talk to someone about it. Maybe your doctor or a marriage counselor? I hope everything works out for you. Remember that your kids are most important so you have to try your hardest for them.
2007-04-17 13:41:59 · answer #4 · answered by CLICK 2 $AVE! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After you have the baby, things will probably turn around. Or in the first couple months after having the baby. I was like that with my last baby. This was my third it was hard. I didn't feel like doing anything. But after I had my baby, I went back to wanting to do stuff instead of trying to force myself to do stuff. Hang in there
2007-04-17 15:17:22 · answer #5 · answered by Cin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have that. I am always tired and I never feel good (I could have my baby in 2-4 weeks). I KNOW that after she gets out things will get better. At least you have a hubby that helps. Mine just points out what isn't done and then sits on the couch!! Fun huh??
2007-04-17 13:40:15 · answer #6 · answered by Mrs. Always Right 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you have to snap out of it, you are number one in babys life.. you are letting your family down. Its hard being a SAHM. I know.. some days I just feel ucky and dont want to do anything. but we cant stop! Do you just have the blues.. or is something wrong?
2007-04-17 13:33:52 · answer #7 · answered by SueWithTwo 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋