Can I do this

sushisuzi · April 2017

So I am a mother of four oldest is nine two middles are 4 and 3 and a 7 month old.my husband works a nine to five I'm a stay at home mom..we make ends meet I'm just stressed on how I'm going to have so many kids and their ages are close.i didn't expect this pregnancy in fact I cried..i don't think it's become all to real yet? Any advice

cmessamore · April 2017

We have a 10, 7, 6, 5, and 8 month old. We are a blended family. So the 7 and 6 year olds are my step-children and we have them most of the time but not all the time. You can do this and you will do this, because this is what Mama's do! Use your resources, take time for yourself, schedule and plan like a crazy person (which I'm sure you already do), and don't forget to take a deep breath. Most importantly, remember, one more kid means more laundry, more sleepless nights, more groceries in the house, and more messes. But it also means more hugs, more snuggles, and more love. Rock on, Mama! And feel free to message me if you want to chat! Sending hugs!!

sushisuzi · April 2017

I think this will be my last ..i am New to the state we live in and don't know very many people..i can't get myself to take a break from my little princess..my boys are spoon rowdy..i guess I'm just overwhelmed and thinking to much

bcashaw · April 2017

Where there's a will there's a way. I have 3 step children aged 15,13, 11 and they have had a rough upbringing and all have a difficult time with emotion control, two of them also have learning disabilities so it's A LOT. We also are fostering their 1.5 year old half sister (not my DH kid). I am also a stay at home mom, and also feel overwhelmed at the idea of another child. When it comes down to it we can do it! Did I ever think I would be 25 years old with baby#5 on the way? Absolutely not. Life has a way of working things out and you are already a total Rockstar you can do it!

cmessamore · April 2017

We have 4 boys and 1 girl so I totally understand the rowdiness! Lol what state are you in? There are a lot of local mom groups via Facebook that might help you meet others!

sushisuzi · April 2017

I'm in utah..three boys one girl my house is loud and all ways a whine or argument..

sushisuzi · April 2017

I'm 25 too my oldest had encopresis my three year old is hard or hearing and my baby girl is asthmatic because she was a preemie..so some days just are so hard..

cmessamore · April 2017

Sending so many hugs Mama!!!! You can do this!!!!

MississippiCatfish · April 2017

This is our fourth baby. We have 3 boys: 4, 2 and 13 months. This baby was very much planned and hoped for, and I still get very overwhelmed, so I can't imagine what you're going through. Go easy on yourself. I'm trying to hold tight to the memories of the bond I felt instantly with my third baby boy. He was born only 3 months after my father died by suicide. I wasn't in a good place, I didn't know how on earth I was going to care for a 3yo, 1.5yo and newborn. But the love that I felt for him was so healing. I know that not everyone feels an instant bond, but if you can remember a feeling like that with your other children, that might be something:) hugs.

TeacherMama7 · April 2017

I'm not there yet with number of kids, but I firmly believe that you can do anything God hands you! I got pregnant when my son was 6 months old and I was really nervous and not happy, but I came around to it and got excited. We ended up miscarrying that baby, but I did have that feeling of an accidental pregnancy and not being excited. It's ok. It's ok to not feel happy right away. But soon the baby will be here and will be a big blessing for you.

BayCamp · April 2017

@sushisuzi I don't have a lot of kids (yet), but I do know what helps me when my anxiety takes over and I feel overwhelmed:

You can do this, because you have to. When being able to do it is the only option you have, you'll figure it out, you'll find a new normal and soon you'll wonder how you ever managed before.

It already sounds like you are a REALLY strong Mama. You got this!!

QTAMum3 · April 2017

I was in your exact spot when we surprisingly got pregnant with #3. My IUD failed only after having it for 3 months and my youngest was 5 months old. Not the exact same situation but I had a freak out for a few months.

That being said, you got this mama. If you don't have a local group we are always here for you.

MaximumEffort · April 2017

Oh wow, I can't imagine becoming a mother of 4 children starting at 16, that is some strength you have. And I'm sure the strength will continue no matter the struggles that arise.

sushisuzi · April 2017

I remember being so scared to have my first child ..now I'm feeling the same way..thank you ladies for the encouragement I needed it

deeerfauxm · April 2017

Hugs, mama!

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