Angels with Horns

Hi Evonne I smiled when I read this question. I too am a mother. I am so glad my kiddos are now six and seven years old. My first baby was overwhelming and also exhausting. Babies are so needy and I had to learn to manage through trial and error because I was not sure of what advice to take from others. I just wanted to love and cuddle my bundle of joy.By the time I had my second baby I was ready. I learned to put limits on cuddling time (this was to encourage a baby to be relaxed just laying down or sitting in a child seat without crying to be held so much). I learned to use baby swings , playpins, music, videos and toys (additional stimulation other than the arms of mommy). By the time my second baby was four months she was sleep trained and this was wonderful. Most importantly the support of friends and family was a big relief. Getting someone to relieve you for a few hours of the day or even a day helps tremendously. It is essential when you have that time to yourself make sure you do something nice for yourself or that you enjoy. It is hard to keep your mind clear of the baby but let the caretakers call you if they need to try not to call them and RELAX!!!!! I hope this helps.

Well sounds like you need to get a sitter and go out on a date with your spouse and just take time for yourself. Kids are wonderfull but if you get to wore out it dont help any of you.