Vent-getting burned out

Ryanswifey619 · November 2013

Tonight was one of the worst nights with J that we've had in awhile. She was scream crying and couldn't be soothed. We tried some teething gel, baby Advil, changing, feeding, bathing, and walking/rocking her and nothing helped. And when I say we, I mean my sister and I. DH is hunting this weekend again. I'm glad that he gets to go away and get a break, but I'm really needing some help from him. He works 3rd shift, sun-fri morning, so he sleeps through the day and goes to work. I get maybe a 2hr time frame where he's helping. On Saturday night, he does help, but usually has me taking care of her. I'm gonna have to talk to him, cause I'm really feeling overwhelmed now. Don't get me wrong, I love being with J and taking care of her more than anything, I just feel like he needs to step up a little

Here's a pic of J before her big blowup

KellenHi21 · November 2013

My love tit was for the pic. Definitely talk to him, you deserve a break!! Hugs, I hope the rest of your night goes smoothly!!

mamainVA2013 · November 2013

My hubby doesn't work third shift, but he works crazy hours, which include weekends and some late nights, so I can somewhat sympathize. I'm alone with DD tonight and it has been rough. Big hugs to you!

Ryanswifey619 · November 2013

Thanks ladies. She finally wore herself down and fell asleep, but it was honestly one if those moments of just feeling like I was gonna scream.

mrsmichigander · November 2013

I'm not 100%,but I'm pretty sure my LO gets crazy fussy when she doesn't get her daily quota of daddy time by the end of the day. (Maybe it's because I'm more worn out too?) Wives aren't the only deer hunter widows.

Ryanswifey619 · November 2013

Pretty sure J just needs daddy time-he wouldn't answer the phone so I could put him on speaker. Luckily, my sis was here to give her a bath and give me some time to calm down. I think it was a combo of tired, teething, and missing her dad. When she fell asleep, she slept most of the night, so I was able to rest too.

dmlk413 · November 2013

I'm so sorry you're having a hard time. My DH works 3rd shift too and we only see him for a few hours in the evening so I completely understand. Definitely talk to your H about how you feel and try to get out on your own even if just for an hour. I know it's easier said than done but it's so important to get a break.

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