I am exhausted. No surprises there given I have a toddler and a one-month old baby at home, but hey, I am really really tired.
Is it bad that I miss the days when the toddler could go to nursery? Of course I missed my child during the day, but with a newborn to look after, there was a bit of relief when I could sleep when the baby slept! Now with schools closed in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, there is no rest whatsoever. Keep it fun and educational for the toddler while soothing a fussy baby. Keep an eye on roving toddler, who loves going up and down the stairs, while feeding baby. Try to limit the toddler’s TV watching even though it often feels like the easiest thing to have a few minutes of rest.
All while washing, cleaning and staying on top of things, or at least trying to. Luckily hubs does most of the cooking!
At night, I breastfeed Baby M three times. The toddler of course is going through a sleep regression, meaning he will wake up at some point – it varies per night – and wants to come into bed with me. I am relenting at the moment as I am just too tired. And I end up with both of them with my bed. Baby wanting a cuddle and toddler sprawled across the duvet. Hubs has escaped into the guest room. I know it’s not ideal but we will get there once baby is feeding less during the night. Oh and forgot to add the toddler also wants me, and only me, to put him to bed at night and stay with him while he falls asleep. Same thing during the day for his nap. At least then I can sneak in a cheeky nap with baby in tow. Every wink counts.
Sleep I miss you, when will I see you again properly? Ie for doses of longer than 2-3 hours?! I can’t wait.
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