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I need some advice, I am a stay at home mom, and I LOVE MY SON!! he just turn 2 and....?
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Old 06-17-2010, 08:43 AM
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Default I need some advice, I am a stay at home mom, and I LOVE MY SON!! he just turn 2 and....?

Lately I just feel like I need more time alone, without him...he follows me EVERYWHERE!! so I get so overwhelmed, I even put him in bed earlier now I am so moody all the time..what advice can I get please?
Husband works late, but even if he is home, our son just ignores him and chases me!
I will be working from home soon....But part time not from home it's out of the picture. I do love my son...this change just started...

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Old 06-19-2010, 08:43 AM
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Maybe you just need a ladies day out, but you shouldn't him to bed earlier, and is your husband helping with him to?
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Old 06-24-2010, 08:43 AM
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You are not getting enough support. You should have your husband take your children for 1 to 2 hours each day and you should always in list the help of grandparents and friends. Children need their whole family and so do parents.
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Old 06-27-2010, 08:43 AM
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Start a baby sitting co-op with trusted SAHMs. Start having play dates (he needs the socialization with other kids and you need the socialization with adults) and get involved in playgroups. Get your husband to agree to take over responsibilities one evening per week where you get to get out of the house for a few hours and be by yourself (read a book, sit in a cafe, take a walk, see a movie, meet a friend for a cocktail...) Consider, every now and again, getting a babysitter and having date night with your partner.
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Old 06-28-2010, 08:43 AM
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Did you get postpartum depression because sounds like you have it. I LOVE it when my daughter runs after me and want to be picked up all the time at 1 year old. Same with my son who's now 8, I was a single mother so I had him day in and day out for 8 whole years all to myself so yes he follows me everywhere and I LOVE it. I feel loved by my kids when they do that. Maybe you should take a weekend just you and your husband to get away for a little break. If that doesn't help any, then you might have postpartum depression. It could start at a year after you deli ever and continue on for years.
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Old 07-02-2010, 08:43 AM
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Get a part time job.
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Old 07-04-2010, 08:43 AM
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I don't have children, but it sounds like you definitely need some "me" time...every body does. You really need to talk to your husband first and foremost. I know he works late, but you have got to try to figure out how to get some "me" time. Don't let him tell you..."I work long hours Bela Bela" because SO DO YOU!!!! Is there anyone that can sit with him for a day? A local daycare you trust? Just a day or two every now and then will give you a break and recharge your batteries.

Have you spoken with your doc? You may be dealing with something a little more serious...like anxiety or depression. It is totally normal and common to feel both of these, so don't feel bad if you do! You may benefit from a mild medicine or counseling.

Don't ignore those moods or overwhelming moments. Your body and mind are trying to tell you something. If you can't talk to your husband, talk to your doctor.
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Old 07-08-2010, 08:43 AM
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I think most parents go through this at some time or another. Especially if you are a stay at home mom. I know how you feel my son is three now and it is a lot better. When he was 2 he would hang all over me and not want his dad much. It seemed like I didn't get a moments peace. If I got to go to the bathroom by myself I felt like staying in there an hour. Yeah right like I got the bathroom to myself.

It can get overwhelming at times but it should get better as he gets older. He will be more occupied by himself and will want to spend more time with his dad. Have you talked to your husband about going out by yourself with some friends, shopping, or whatever you like to do. Just to get out of the house even if its just a few hours. I know for me even going grocery shopping by myself eases my nerves sometimes. Or maybe some other family member or friend that has kids. You could take turns watching them so the other one can get some time alone.

I think every stay at home parent needs a break. It's going on two years now that you have give up 95% of your life and you need some of that back. Everyone needs there own space to enjoy things that they like to do. Have a two year old all day can be more tiring than going to work. And I don't know how much you get out but if you just around your two year old most of the time you are in need on adult conversation. Try talking to your husband or someone else who can watch him and tell them you need a break.

Sorry your feeling overwhelmed. I hope it gets better soon.
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Old 07-09-2010, 08:43 AM
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See if you can find him a playgroup so you can a couple of hours of interaction with adults or by yourself and he can learn a little independence.
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Old 07-12-2010, 08:43 AM
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Aw don't feel so bad! Your so normal. Every one needs time away from the ones they love. I know you think you are a bad mom for having these feelings but you can ignore your needs! A day out would be great for you! maybe more than one day....I wish you the best!

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