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I've got this, REALLY, I've got this

projectbaby2012projectbaby2012 member
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I just need to vent.  It seems that everyone assumes that because I have twins that I must be in over my head stressed out all of the time and in need of constant help.  Perhaps I'm just PMS ing,  because I don't mean to sound ungrateful for all of the help we get, but I'm tired of people coming to my house, staying for weeks at a time and "helping" me.  I really do have this.  Granted, my house isn't always super clean, but my babies are well cared for and happy.  At 6 months, taking care of the boys is really enjoyable, even when DH is out of town for 10 days straight.  I have a mother's helper 15 hours a week, my boys finally STTN (so I'm not sleep deprived) and they are generally happy with our daily routine.  Yet every time DH goes out of town for long periods, HIS family books trips out here to stay with me and the boys.  It's exhausting dealing with house guests all day long who are constantly asking me what they can do to help.  I miss my privacy and the little "me time" I now get after the boys go to bed. MIL has been here for 2 weeks, 10 of those days DH was out of town.  I just want my house and my routine back. Thanks for reading this. 
D & R were born at 37w5d.

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  • macchiattomacchiatto member
    Ugh. That stinks they don't check with you first to see if you actually want the help. Can DH talk to them about this, that their willingness is appreciated and you're thankful for all the help in the past but that at this age it's easier for you to just
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  • LALASEPT05LALASEPT05 member
    I get it. My DH still says all the time 'do you want my Mom to come help you today' and I am thinking 'No I want the kids to take a nap and I want some quiet time in my own house'. Hang in there!
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  • katiebeneskatiebenes member

    I would not be too happy.

    Only invited guests stay at my house lol 

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  • raraavis28raraavis28 member
    I would be super annoyed too! My mom comes by often to help but I'm always the one that calls her....and most of the time it's just so I can have some company bc we have a really good relationship and enjoy hanging out....can totally handle the babies sol
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  • Reilly626Reilly626 member
    Ugh that does stink! Wow with a mothers helper that's great! Wish I had that! Wish I had more relatives visiting for the day but for 10 days is insane!!! Oh I got a cleaning service and its the best thing ever!!!! I recommend it!
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  • pixiem38pixiem38 member
    That.would.drive me CRAZY! My mil used to do the same thing when my DS was a little baby (he is 2 now, so.still a baby) and my dh was deployed. Apparently i.was not secret in.my annoyance, because when she found out i.was.pregnant.with twins she decide
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  • RobinR91RobinR91 member
    Yes! I totally miss my independence. Unfortunately I still need the help. I can't seem to juggle 3 babies and me alone while DH works. Maybe it's me? My babies? I don't know. But I miss me time.
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  • SWA80SWA80 member
    Ugh, sorry you're having to deal with this. I believe the same is in my future. First thing both my mom and my MIL said when they heard we are having twins was that we have to get the guest room set up for them. I get along with both but in small doses. D
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  • projectbaby2012projectbaby2012 member
    Thanks for understanding me.  I have talked to DH about some of his family members, but I have to pick my battles and MIL is where I've decided to draw the line and not talk to him about her.  It would really hurt his feelings.  She is a go
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  • MissMarneeMissMarnee member
    I totally feel you on this too! My relationship with my parents is really great, and they ask with no motive how and if the they can help out and there's no pressure to accept. From others, I am often told how they plan to help and when they plan to come
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  • dvladybugdvladybug member
    You're not alone on this. When they were first born we always had people at the house. I was actually relieved when it was just the three of us.
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  • erinrunserinruns member

    If you don't want them there, I would kindly tell them to stay home or check with you before they book another trip.  If it's important to you, don't expect them to read your mind.

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