First, I promise to post tonight with new pictures...we have just moved into a new house so things are absolutely crazy. But I have many pictures I need to post and will do so tonight...pinky promise.
And now I have to post about this just to get it off my chest...lately I have been really struggling with being a working mother...when I had only Sophia I felt it was very doable...I went to work in the morning-came home and spent every second with my little darling. Then our dear little Ella came...although a tad more difficult I still felt as though I could manage everything....well now with my beautiful Abbie I find myself really struggling. Now I know I am blessed because I have a job that allows me to come home between 3-4 O'clock. However, when I get home at this time I have to find a way to divide my time between three children 3 and under (one who is still nursing), unpack a whole house, get the kids ready for bed, get the kids to bed, get myself ready for the following day, and then try to get to bed at a decent hour (usually around 10:30) only to wake up 2 more times in the night to nurse my dear sweet Abbie...now don't get my wrong I am NOT complaining. I love my family more than anything...and I am blessed that I have my loving mother who not only watches the girls during the day but helps with the house, laundry, etc. I also have a wonderful husband who helps out when he can...but I struggle with those things that people can't help me with...dividing my time between three beautiful children and letting each of them know how much I love them...while trying to run a home and have a career.
I have been feeling this way for awhile and this morning just solidified everything...my little Sophie always wants to be held in the morning. Well this morning Abbie woke up earlier than normal so I had to hold her instead of Sophie- so Sophie went to Grandma....when I put Abbie down a little while later and extended my arms to Sophie she did not want to come to me...she still wanted Grandma...
And then to top it all off guess what song was on the radio this morning...
"Cats in the cradle"....
I know many woman go through this-not just me-I just wish I knew how to manage it better...
So far all I have come up with is looking forward to November 2nd...daylight saving time...I gain an extra hour with my girls!
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I wish I had some good advice, but I don't. I also find it very challenging to work and raise a family. I have always worked full-time but recently went to three-fourths time which has really helped. I only have two kids and I can't imagine working with three kids! I hope you find the perfect balance someday. I continue to struggle daily!
First of all you are GORGEOUS (in the photo of you and hubby at the wedding---he is handsome too!)
I know that every Mom feels like she doesn't have enough to give to all her kids (at least when they have 3 of them). It sounds like you make such an effort to connect with your girls. i am sure you must be exhausted. I know I am and I don't work outside of the home and my boys are older. I will pray for you to find the balance or the answer. Do you want to stay home? Can you? I think it is such a personal decision but I would listen to my heart and see what it is telling me.
Kim
Thank you for sharing this post! Sometimes I think part of my job as a mom includes making it look easy...and it's not! I also like to do things myself and taking advantage of a support system is something I'm still learning how to do!
I recently started working part time and because I LOVE my work I didn't want to recognize what a toll it was taking on me. I def haven't figured it out but I find the thing that helps me most is talking to other moms! I hope things get easier as you settle into your new house. I for one thing your doing an AWESOME job!
I can totally understand what you mean. I have to say that I was so impressed that you are handling what you are handling. You are a super-mom! I only have Sofia and stay at home but I always feel like I don't have enough time for everything too. You are a wonderful mom and wife and I know you will strike the perfect balance.
Hugs,
Jonni
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