Full Time Mum and Tired!

Why don't you put him into childcare just for a couple of hrs to give yourself a break??   I think you can get 9hrs free or something like that? I maybe wrong but just an idea.

put him in the pushchair and go for a walk... or go to the mall and have a coffee - kids like a change of environment too. or go to the library. in fact have you checked the local library for activities for preschoolers. most have something on. You could join a playgroup or playcentre, or mainly music or somewhere similar. those sorts of programmes are designed for mums to meet other mums as much as for the kids. dont forget too lots of movie threatres have mums and bubs sessions on where you cant go the pics for a lot less than normal...

I know how you feel Smurfette, DP also works freelance. So yes he is around alot but while he's here he is always still 'working'... doing paperwork, typing emails, sorting out jobs on the phone etc.
So its great that DD gets to see Daddy alot (even if its just a quick cuddle) but because he doesn't have any time like weekends off, I almost never get a break... it is very tiring! I can't remember the last time I went out without DD even for a few hours.
I think the weather def plays a part, I know I am starting to feel excited about the weather warming and spring being on the way! I figure even if I don't have the energy for a walk, it will be so great to just get out in the yard and both of enjoy some sunshine and fresh air.
So do you know any other Mums who might be in a similar situation with no family being nearby? I know I was thinking of asking my neighbor who has a baby the same age as DD if she wanted to 'exchange' a few hours of looking after the bubs every now and then.
Or I'm not sure where you are located but another idea is to go to a nearby mall where they have a creche. I think its about $5 for an hour and you could at least go have a coffee and browse on your own for a bit!
Hugs to you, and remember you don't have to feel guilty at all for being relieved when bedtime finally rolls around and you can sit down, relax and have a well deserved glass of wine or whatever takes your fancy

I felt like that as well. In the end I got a casual job and put DS into in home childcare while I worked. It was great to have that time away and was also good for him to be around other children. I just used my 9hrs free childcare. And then when I got home from work it was normally his nap time, so I got another few hours free time.

Yip I get days that you just want to scream and throw tantrums but they you have to remember that your the grown up right

I'd had enough the other day and when I'd finally got bubs down for the night I burst in to tears, told DH that I wanted a part time job not because I don't enjoy being home with DD but because I miss adult conversations that aren't about baby, I feel like I'm not giving my best to DD when I'm frusrated with her for always being stuck with her and really feeling like your no-one else without just being mummy!

Some days are good, some bad but I am seriously still thinking about a part time job. Though in saying that the few times I have gone out I've either rushed back or felt guilty about leaving DD without me for a few hours, go figure!

Being a mummy is a full time job, it is a shame we don't get paid to do it!

DP is the SAHD here, and I know sometimes when I get home from work he is itching to get out the door.
Is it possible for your husband to watch your little one for an hour or so and you could head out for coffee by yourself? DP was going to play indoor netball while I watched the boys for a while after work. Gave him a break and me some time with them.

I know what you mean about ground hog day though since I have been home I find that, each day feels like that. The twins do the same mess each day and it is hard not to get tired of it.. (well I do, but you just have to live with it lol)

Im exactly the same.

My DH leaves for work at 6.15 and doesnt get home until 6 at night.
I have a one year old and a two year old to run after and Im battling anxiety and PND.
My son is going to be going into daycare two days a week, and then in the new year my daughter will go in for one of those days as well, so I can have one day kid free, to do whatever the hell I want

It is very hard being a mum, as like someone said, it just comes with being a parent, but you definitely need time to yourself and well.
I got out with the kids all the time to get out of the house, but it doesnt give ME time to myself at all.

i feel the same as you do..i used to feel guilty about it but i just realise I'm not cut out to be a fulltime SAHM forever:) Ethan goes to 12 hours school a week and it's a great break for everyone.. will prob put Liam in over one and then part time work ..

Sheza wrote: Im exactly the same. My DH leaves for work at 6.15 and doesnt get home until 6 at night. I have a one year old and a two year old to run after and Im battling anxiety and PND. My son is going to be going into daycare two days a week, and then in the new year my daughter will go in for one of those days as well, so I can have one day kid free, to do whatever the hell I want It is very hard being a mum, as like someone said, it just comes with being a parent, but you definitely need time to yourself and well. I got out with the kids all the time to get out of the house, but it doesnt give ME time to myself at all.

i hear you beautifully said..!:)