Hey Mom Guilt..haven't seen you in a while

Califragilistic

I need a break so badly...and I feel bad about it. I do this all the time..i judge myself for things I would never judge someone else on. i tell mom friends all the time how important breaks are and time to yourself are but when I feel i need it I feel like Im saying I dont love my baby or something. This is so ridiculous but it makes me feel sad..and bad. DH has been really unhelpful lately and I have literally not had a break in almost a month. I tried to talk to him about it and he gets so defensive ugh..So anyway, I told him when he gets home I am going to a movie and then grocery shopping. Hopefully I can enjoy it and not feel like a horrible person the whole time.

Erin5849

I am the EXACT same way. I tell other mom's I know that they need breaks, don't feel guilty etc., but when i get home I feel like I have to be super mom, especially since I work, I feel like I have to make up for lost time, even if I am exhausted.

Enjoy your time to yourself today, you deserve it!

babyjoy09

I know exactly what you mean.  Even thou it is easier said the done enjoy your night out you need it!

Shellbelle22

It's amazing how hard we are on ourselves. You and LO would both benefit from a break! Try to enjoy yourself!

DiRi

I feel 100% the exact same as you.

Lolita0626

I'm in the same boat. I know how you feel.

MrsPreK

You will be a better mom/wife after getting a break. Trust me!! You need it and deserve it honey!!

in my life

I know what you mean. Being with LO all day is wonderful, but it wears me out. Last week she had a particularly fussy day and I just really needed a break, so I went shopping w/ my mom the next day and DH watched LO. She is as much his as mine, so I don't know why I feel guilty asking. It's hard sometimes!