Can I really handle all this?

WorkingTeenMom

Last night was a very long night. My ten month old daughter didn't want to go to sleep. All she would do is cry. I gave her orajel. I tried to give her a bottle and she just threw it at me. I tried to rock her and soothe her with music but nothing seemed to work. Finally, my husband got her to go to sleep just by walking around with her. After all that chaos, I started thinking that I might not be able to do this. I'm having a little boy in July and I don't know how this is gonna work. I have a job and I'm about to start college. I'm worried that my little girl is gonna feel abandoned. I don't if I just need some support or advice but anything would appreciated.

greengirl0909

When I was headed back to work after my 1st and I was still bresatfeeding, I was worried I wouldn't be able to handle it.  After I did it for a few weeks, I went, oh hey look, I'm doing it! I think you never really know until you are in the moment.

As far as school goes, I say better to get it done now while the babies are little. I'm working on my 2nd master's degree and I just get my homework done while LO is sleeping.  He goes to bed early enough right now that I get some good work time out of his sleep time. GL

cmaleman1008

I think we all have the same fear.  I am sure you can do it though!  I am working on a Ph.D and certification program, working full time and have a 3 year old step daughter and my little one who is 8 months, as well as expecting in November. It's a challenge but I just work when the baby is sleeping and try to take it one day at a time. Good for you going back to school, I agree get it out of the way now.  I worry all the time that my daughter isn't going to feel as loved as she does but I am hopeful that it will all pan out soon. Good luck!