That which doesn't break us...
It's funny how sudden changes can put the world in perspective. I have been worrying about post partum depression and trying to get my new daughter on a decent nap schedule. My maternity leave just ended, our babysitter of 3 years gave notice (know anyone in Delray that you'd recommend?), the kids both came down with fevers yesterday and DH is leaving today for a 5 day business trip.
The funny thing is - despite how stressed I feel, I've also been hit with a realization that life is great. We've been lucky to have someone who felt like a member of the family caring for our son for the past 3 years. Our kids are both usually healthy and keep us on our toes and we have a lot to feel grateful for. Sure, some things could be easier right now, but they could also be a heck of a lot harder.
Now to hang on to that thought after sleeping less than 3 hours last night...
Re: That which doesn't break us...
how old is lo #2? I know how you feel in some respects. I have already gone through coxsackie virus and a stomach virus since DD#2 came home. I am a stay at home mom but my husband works and I have absolutely no family or friends that can help. My family is in NJ. It does get overwhelming. I am starting to see the light now that DD2 is napping better, however, now she has been having nosebleeds and i am really stressed waiting for the blood results. Sorry to hear aout the babysitter. I live in the delray area...but after 2 yrs of looking I just found someone...and I don't even know if I am hiring them yet. It is so hard to find someone that you can trust with your kids.
I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder and a little bit of ocd...so even though I don't get post partum...my anxiety has been an issue for me since before I have had kids.
You are right about that realization. As I was sitting in the ENT dr.'s the other day with my 4 month old waiting to be seen because of nosebleeds and some petechia on her tongue....I said to myself...all those times I worried and spent time worrying when I should have just enjoyed those times....sooo from now on that is what I have been keeping in the back of my mind.
Im right there with you