A co-worker just commented to me that I never buy new clothes or purses anymore. We used to always compare recent purchases and I used to be obsessed with finding the cutest dresses, purses, etc. I think this year I have only bought a couple of new things from the Gap and I am carrying the same purse as when Jeffrey was born! (I used to buy a fancy new purse every 6 months or so). Also I have realized I am much less career-driven now that I have a son. My boss recently asked me what my long term goals were and although I didn't say this, I really just want a job so I can help pay the bills!
How have things changed for you since LO was born, in terms of priorities changing or anything else?
Re: How have you changed?
I have bought myself clothes twice since DD was born. I used to be a huge clothes horse.
DH and I hardly share interests any more. We used to watch TV together, plan trips, etc, but now I don't have time for that. We seem to have different priorities nowadays.
I was a little bit like this with just one kid, who is pretty easy and a good sleeper. Now that we've had #2 and they're so close in age, I've accepted that I'm now a normal boring suburban working mom . I am just in survival mode for now and trying to keep everyone as healthy and happy as possible. I'll concern myself more with my personal priorities like travel and me time as the kids get older.
I treat myself to house cleaners twice a month. I just don't have the time, I recommend it!!