Being 37 weeks pregnant and taking care of a 15 month old toddler, OR taking care of a new born baby and a toddler? I am 37 weeks pregnant and taking care of my toddler and I am exhausted. This pregnancy is really taking a lot out of me. I am always tired. I am hoping that after I have this baby that I will have my energy back and feel better.
2007-12-10 05:38:30 · 11 answers · asked by Mary 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Well hun, you are really in for some tough days, but just remember that balance is key. When the new baby is sleeping, make sure that you are playing with the toddler so that they don't feel neglected or left out. And at that age, sometimes they are able to understand helping. Have the toddler get you babies diaper, or wipes, or something like that so they can feel needed! Its hard with any age though. My daughter has become the spawn of satan since I had my son... ;) she is acting out and talking back, but overall, she is still my little angel and loves to help out. She is the official DIAPER GIRL. She gets the diapers, throws away the diapers.... anything having to do with diapers is all her! It makes her feel special and that's what is important. Babies are pretty easy to tend to, other than the feeding and changing, so I think you will be ok. Sleepless nights are a bummer though, so make sure to mind your temper with your toddler. Sometimes short fuses stem from lack of sleep. As a fellow mommy, I have faith in you! Being a mommy is one of the hardest jobs on the face of the earth, but we all seem to manage and make it look like a cake walk! I'm sure that you will be just fine! Congrats on the upcoming arrival!
2007-12-10 05:48:17 · answer #1 · answered by Panda Mama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's more tiring to be pregnant and running after the toddler, but it's still very tiring running after the toddler with the baby in your arms. But I think that's the big difference. After the new baby comes you get through the tiredness because that new little toothless grin makes it all worth it. But don't gaze too long, or the toddler will take all the books off his shelf, dump the bucket of blocks, and draw crayons on the windows. And you'll have to chase the toddler with the baby in your arms while cleaning up, haha. Good Luck!
2007-12-10 14:23:52 · answer #2 · answered by hyr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 3 1/2 year old son and just gave birth to a daughter on Nov. 15. I was really worried and stressed about how hard it would be when she got here but my son adjusted very quickly and other than a few reminders for him to be gentle with the baby and not be quite so loud, they are both doing find.
Pregnancy takes so much out of you physically and emotionally...I think that makes it harder to take care of yourself and your toddler.
For me, the first week was the worst, my husband took the whole week off to help and that was amazing. My doctor gave me some good advice...
You have two options after giving birth...
take the first week and don't do anything more than feed the baby, change the baby, eat and sleep and feel great after OR
do to much...the first week and be tired for an entire month!
If you are able (husband, boyfriend, sibling, parent, etc) find someone to help you that first week. Someone who can basically devote all their time to your toddler and your housework. Try cooking meals ahead of your due date and freezing them so all you have to do is reheat them.
And don't worry....it get's easier!
2007-12-10 14:47:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doing either is exhausting! I had my third son when my second was 20 months old and it was very tiring. I think you've got your work cut out for you until the older one is closer to 3 yrs. Sorry, but both are equally tiring. Good luck!
Once the baby is born enlist the help of friends, relatives or a babysitter. They can take the 15 month old and give you time with the baby. Likewise make sure to keep special time for just the older one.
2007-12-10 13:56:00 · answer #4 · answered by Mom23 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although being pregnant and taking care of a toddler is exhausting(especially while still working as a cna)...I find that taking care of a newborn/infant as well as a toddler is harder. You just have to learn to balance your time between the two. Sometimes the toddler may get jealous and want to be held while your holding the baby...or you may have them both screaming and crying at once....or you may be changing the baby and your toddler may get into something that he/she shouldn't be. I would definitely say having them both is harder.
2007-12-10 14:28:23 · answer #5 · answered by Amarie J 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Doing anything while your pregnant can be exhausting, I was in the same situation that your in, what you really need to do is asking a family member whether it be your mother or yoru mother in law, asking for help does not mean your a bad mother or you can't do it all, but it will get better once you have the baby, yes it will be a little hard with a toddler and a new born but you can do it don't doubt your self for one second just keep doing what your doing and you will be okay. goodluck!
2007-12-10 13:44:13 · answer #6 · answered by Texasmom26/30 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I found it easier to be pregnant and caring for my toddler. Once the baby arrived, my toddle became more demanding because she had to share my time. You will exhausted for different reasons after birth. But, you will adjust quicker. I can do more on less sleep now.
2007-12-10 13:50:39 · answer #7 · answered by Krista 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my friend has a newborn and a toddler and she is exhausted all the time..she looks worn down everytime i see her so i would say taking care of a newborn and toddler...that is the reason my kids are far apart in ages....my kids are 9 yrs old and 22 months old
2007-12-10 14:58:52 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Sexy Mama of 2 cuties♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think a newborn and toddler would be mentally exhausting and preg w/ a toddler would be physically exhausting...but you'll make it and be proud of it to raise them. theres a show about a mom having 8 kids that are all sex tuplets in their 2's and 2 twins that are 6. if she can do it any one could lol
2007-12-10 15:02:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're going to feel much better when you have your body back to yourself. Oh, Godspeed, Mamma! Hang in there!
2007-12-10 13:50:43 · answer #10 · answered by Sleek 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋