how can i feel like i have a life while at home with a 2 year old and 3 month old, ideas for a schedule?

Answer 1

Just get out and do things with your kids. Mine are 12 and 9 (almost 10) now, so I was in a similar boat as you are now, as far as ages go. I took them to the park everyday or we went to the mall or whatever. Being out of the house was good for them and for me!! Being in the house every day or never varying your routine gets boring for everyone!

Use their nap time as your time - read a book, watch a movie, take a nap, regroup! Don't try to do a ton of chores during this time. Do chores as you can, like when they are enjoying some play time on their own (the 2 year old, I mean!). I got most of my chores down when my kids were awake! Let them learn to play on their own so you can take care of some business. You don't need to entertain them 24/7. They need to learn this!!

And, as others have suggested, go out once a month or so, without your kids, to visit with friends or share some quiet time with your husband. It will do wonders for you. You might be a mom, but you are also a person and sometimes it's nice to just be a person, girlfriend, wife. Good luck!!

Answer 2

My parents used to own a preschool, and I can think of a wonderful schedule to give you and your young ones which will be fun and educational at the same time. :)

8:00 am Wake up and give the kids breakfast
8:30 am Brush teeth, shower, etc.
9:30 am Do a fun learning activity with the 2 yr. old, such as flashcards or playing with blocks. Let the 3 month old rest.
10:15 am Snack time. Give the 2 yr. old some crackers and juice.
10:30 am Let them play whatever they want, while you get a nice break.
11:00 am Get ready for lunch. Make some soup or mac and cheese or pb and jelly sandwiches with juice.
11:30 am or 12: Serve lunch
12:45 pm Nap time! This is your time to do what you want!!
2:00 pm While they are getting up, you can have them play some more games or watch some tv.
2:30 pm Do another fun arts and crafts activity. Like pasting objects onto a paper, or coloring.
3:30 pm Snack time again. :) This time give them carrots or fruit with juice.
4:00 pm Go for a nice walk! Let them take in the fresh air and you can feel good too and get some exercise.
5:00 pm Come home, rest a bit and get dinner started. :)

I really hope this gave you an idea of what to do. Good luck!

Answer 3

First off, you do have a life and Wonderful gift, two kids that are close enough together to be in and out of diapers kinda, quick....What you mean, I believe is that recycling days can be depressing and boring, not to mention the diapers! Ack!
In youur time of my life, I traded babysitting with neighbors and friends I met at the Parenting classes I took so I could meet people who didn't think they'de ever party again, until tomorrow....Have ya got one of those mini 18 wheelers they call strollers these days? A trip to the pet store isn't much, unless you are two and you spend an hour at the "Aquarium".
You are online, the world is at your fingertips. But most of all, make some friends! It's pretty easy when you have little cuties! Off to the playpark! Always have a "Throwaway" outfit. If somebody not as seasoned as you says Yikes! "It blew up"! Give that extra outfit away, I saw my daughter do this once and she said she was playing it forward. Those two ladies still hang together and are both busy taking tap dancing lessons at the community center, $15.00 for 6 lessons, not bad...lol....Treasure this time, think smaller and shorter timed things, but interesting to you too. Bring home pamphlets from everywhere you go and you will be amazed whn you look at the stack!. Have your 2 yr old help you rearrange the furniture. It's fun....and will wear your kids out....

Answer 4

You'll need to do some planning. Managing a life with small children takes some thought. You might try making a weekly schedule that includes time for your daily activities, play time with the kids, and you time. The key is to be flexible and think about your schedule in advance so you can arrange child care. I'm not saying be an order freak, but a little planning can go a long way.

Answer 5

Take the children out! Go for a walk around your neighborhood, go to the park, find a local Moms group. You can meet other Moms and the children can play with other children.

Check your local newspaper or a local parenting magazine for churches, etc. that offer programs such as Mother's Morning Out, if you are comfortable leaving your children. Usually these programs allow for Mothers to leave their children for several hours one morning a week (at little to no cost) so you can clean, rest, shop, get your hair done-whatever.

Do you have a close friend with children? Swap babysitting services. You could watch her child/ren for several hours once a week and she could do the same for you. Beware, though, that this can get complicated because some people (even friends) will take advantage of it!

When your husband gets home, have the children already in bed so that he and you can have some alone time together. You do not even have to leave the house! Watch a movie, eat a special dinner together, talk about something BESIDES the chlidren!

OR When your husband gets home, run out to Wal Mart or whatever you want to do for a couple of hours. Have some "me" time.

Find an online Mother's group. I am a member of a great one, and it allows me to "socialize" even while I am in my home. If you are interested, contact me via my profile and I will give you a link.

What are your hobbies, besides your children? Be sure to set aside time for you to read, knit, garden...whatever it is you like to do. You can either do it while the children are napping, or you can involve them!

I hope I have given you some ideas.

Answer 6

For your sake, I hope they take at least one nap at the same time. Work on that if they don't. A two hour break is a life saver!
Check with a local gym and see if they have childcare. Working off your frustrations physically can really help. Check with your church or community college for classes that have childcare available. Exercise your mind so you can stand baby talk for the rest of the week. I joined a Bible study with other mothers included. We all chipped in for a sitter and the kids looked forward to playing together each week.
Treasure these times as they pass too quickly. My kids are 32, 32, and 22.

Answer 7

WOW, that's a handfull. I can't give you a schedule, that's something you and your husband need to work on. I'll just say this, you need to find time for you each day or your gonna burn out fast. Sometimes my wife would just get the kids down for a nap and sit back with a nice cup of tea and relax, read a novel, take a hot bath, crochet or sew, whatever it is that you like to do. Also, make sure you and hubby have a night together each week. It helps.
Good luck

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Answer 9

I have a three year old and a three month old, so I know how you feel ; ]

About every two weeks I go out for a night. Whether it be with Paul [my boyfriend] or a bunch of friends. Or you could get some playdates with other moms, and have the kids play while you talk. [Of course, I can't do this, cause most girls my age don't have kids...I'm 16]

Answer 10

I had to set a night for me to go out and my husband stay home. I also got with other moms for play dates that way I could communicate with adults.