I am a mother of two: LO#1 is 2.5yrs old and LO#2 is 3weeks old. DH and I now know first hand why sleep deprivation is used as a torment technique!

We are so exhausted since the arrival of LO#2. She is the complete opposite of LO#1. He liked being swaddled and would sleep well in it at night, she hates the swaddle and insists on having her arms free (but then doesn't sleep well). During the day she sleeps well -- mostly because she is sleeping on one of us, inclined and on her tummy.

I am losing it. I need some words of encouragement, reminders on how long this day/night/lack of sleep (to remind me it won't last much longer), helpful hints. anything please!!