I'm jealous

Bella427

I announced on here 2 weeks ago that DH got laid off.  Since then he's been a SAHD while he job searches.  This morning I realized I'm jealous of all the time they're getting together.  I shouldn't be since it's very difficult to job search (or get anything done, as you ladies know!) while chasing a 12 month old but I still feel resentful at work.  I guess I'm just venting.  Anyone else in this situation and can commisserate? 

trigirl30

My husband was a SAHD for 2 months while he was job hunting.  Yes, I was jealous for awhile.  And, I was a little resentful that I had to work while he got to stay home.(He was out of work for almost a year and most of my pregnancy.  I was much more resentful about having to go to work when I was 9 months pregnant)  But, I realized it was a great opportunity for him to bond with our little guy.  And, it was nice that it kept DS out of daycare for a few months.  He wasn't sick once in those 2 months!  It also gave DH a good perspective about how hard it is to care for a baby.  Now that he is back at work, he is still great about pitching in with house and baby.  Just remember that your DH is going through a rough time.  If he's anything like my DH, he probably feels like he is letting you down.  Feel free to vent anytime, I have been there:)

Bella427

Thanks, you're right.  I know times are rough for him and that he's under a lot of pressure to be "the bread winner."  And it is great that they're bonding- they're so cute together.  I was always the one who took DD to daycare and now that he's having to get her ready to leave the house for errands, etc. he totally understands how much work that is!  It is nice that he can relate.  Thanks for reminding me of the bright side. 

trigirl30

Hang in there!!

beenbizzy

In general, I'm jealous of DHs career.  #1 - he LOVES his job, #2 - he is self-employed so he never has to worry about sick days or vacation time.  #3 - his flexibility allows him to pick up DS early or do other fun things and #4 - he loves his job.  Oh, I mentioned that already.  But I can commisserate with being at work and knowing that there is funbeing had without you.  That's what stinks.