I finally hit my breaking point yesterday and asked my mom to take LO for awhile today when she gets off of work. I'm just so exhausted. So she's coming to take her around 3 this afternoon so I can take a nice nap. I know I need it, but I still can't help but feel a little guilty about it. Anyone else ever feel this way?
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Don't feel guilty at all!! Getting a break to catch up on sleep will make you a happier, better mom to your little one. And your little one gets the added benefit of bonding time with grandma!
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That shows signs of a smart mama! Good job knowing when to take a break
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Don't feel guilty. You deserve a break and every mom has been there.
You can't be the best mommy if you are at your breaking point with exhaustion. It's normal and you deserve a break for all the hard work you do! -
That sounds GREAT! Can you send her to my place when she's done?
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Liv is ten months old and I STILL feel guilty if I go to the gym right after work isntead of rushing home to see her, or if I ask someone to watch her because I need a break here and there. Thats part of being a mama, and like @Mrs. Jacks: said, thats a sign of a smart mama. EVERYONE needs a break sometimes. Good for you for recognizing that!
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thanks guys. I don't feel quite as guilty now.
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Good for you! I am just starting now to feel ok about asking for help and taking a little break (@ 3 months pp).
The best advice I've been given so far is to make sure I am taking time for myself and taking care of MY health. If mama isn't happy then no one is!
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Good for you!!! Take it from me... I rarely took a break for 18 months and got totally burned out and resented Wagon Jr. for it. Now I don't feel the guilt at all and I know it definitely makes me a better mom when I can take a break!
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I think it's normal to feel that pang of guilt. But you're entitled to a little recovery time. I know I was never able to ask for it. I still don't. I tend to be riddled with more guilt than is probably normal. Yet, I still tell others to take some "me time" when they feel they need it. I think I'll be more inclined to do it when she's a bit older.
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My lo had reflux so she would cry for hours, and I just had to try to soothe her with no success. It's exhausting! But still I refused to leave her. Dh had to pretty much kick me out of the house.
And of course the tiny break was exactly what I needed. Enjoy your nap! Taking breaks like that only make you a better mommy because when you feel good you're just nicer in general.
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