Is anyone exhausted all the time?

GPGIRLY · April 2011

I am really starting to feel like something is wrong because no matter how much sleep I get I never feel rested. I am a SAHM so my sleep schedule revolves around DS's, but I just feel like i was never this tired when I was working. I find it hard to get out of bed and get moving in general. I had PPD and I am still on treatment for it, but I don't think this is because of that. I am starting to wonder about a vitamin deficiency or something. Please tell me I am not alone. I met with my dr a few days ago and I am waiting on the results of my bloodwork. I really hope for some answers.

orchid8407 · April 2011

You're a mommy! A lot of people think SAHM is a cake walk. I have a new respect for all mom's in general. You're tired out... I hear ya

tarebear9891 · April 2011

When I felt like this (around when my oldest was 1) it turned out that I had hypothyroidism. Maybe your bloodwork will give you some answers. I would rule out anything medical first and then maybe try adding some vitamins.

mrsdeanna · April 2011

I have worked most of my life and being a SAHM is by far the hardest job I have ever had. You never really get a break. My day starts at 6am and does not stop till 10 at night. There always seems to be something that needs to be done and instead of relaxing while DS is napping I get all that I need to get done or work out on the treadmill. So no, you are not alone on this one. I love what I do now, but it is EXHAUSTING.

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doremi29 · April 2011

I am the same way and plan to have blood work done, but I will say that I feel better on days when I take iron suppliments so I'm wondering if it will show that I'm slightly anemic.

I'm the same way, though- tired no matter how much I sleep.

MJ5678 · April 2011

I SAH too and feel the same way. It doesn't matter how much sleep I get, it just seems like it's never enough. I've been thinking about going to see my doctor about it too. I can't keep relying on coffee to get me through the day. Now that DD is mobile, I am on my feet all day long chasing around after her, cleaning up the house, running errands. My H works really long hours, so I am on my own from the time DD gets up till she goes to bed. I've spent one day away from her over the past 10 months. We don't have family nearby and I think I am in desperate need of a break.

Mrs.T22308 · April 2011

I am going through the same thing. I've been given the diagnoses of "Welcome to motherhood" and I don't buy it. Needing 10+ hours of sleep a night and still not fuctioning is NOT normal.

I'll be getting a second opinion.

Good Luck!

Dreamsicle23 · April 2011

Mrs.T22308:
I am going through the same thing. I've been given the diagnoses of "Welcome to motherhood" and I don't buy it. Needing 10+ hours of sleep a night and still not fuctioning is NOT normal.

I'll be getting a second opinion.

Good Luck!

Me too. DS sleeps beautifully 99% of the time and I usually get at least 8 hours myself and I'm still exhausted. I've been meaning to get checked but it seems like I have no time. Damn kid and job!

laffies · April 2011

tarebear9891:
When I felt like this (around when my oldest was 1) it turned out that I had hypothyroidism. Maybe your bloodwork will give you some answers. I would rule out anything medical first and then maybe try adding some vitamins.

This was the case for me as well. Definitely have them check your thyroid levels. Fatigue is a symptom of both under and over active thyroid.

I feel a world of difference when my levels are correct.

secretmemories13 · April 2011

ME!!!!!! I just went to the Dr yesterday, because there are days I literally can't get out of bed and it takes everything I have to make and feed DD breakfast, and even still I'm nodding off. I got a feeling they are going to say it's mommyhood, but I still want to make sure it's nothing medical. I never remember being this exhausted all the time. Of course being so tired, makes you cranky etc., which leads to mommy guilt for not being 100%.

I also haven't had more than a few hours at a time away from DD, no overnights yet. Something has to give.... glad to know I'm not the only one feeling this way.

lpickels · April 2011

First off, your LO is so adorable! Secondly, I am FAR AND AWAY more tired as a SAHM then I was pre-baby and working full time. The key for me right now is making sure that I eat 3 square meals a day and also have two healthy snacks. I have my meals and snacks at the same time LO does. Are you eating enough? I found that my exhaustion/patience levels are much lower on days when I skip a meal. I have also noticed that on days when I have fast food my energy level also seems a lot lower...probably something to do with a carbohydrate crash or something.

Also, are you still nursing? And could you be pregnant? I have weaned completely from pumping full time, but I started taking my pre-natal vitamins again and noticed a considerable difference in my energy level as well. I think I needed some extra B6 or something. Anyways, hope this helps!

As previous poster said it could very well be thyroid issues...they are VERY common in women who have a had a baby.

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