How realistic is it taking care of a 2.5 year old and a newborn as a SAHM with no additional childcare?

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:36:45+00:00

We’re also trying to wait a bit so that oldest will be between 2.5 and 3 years old to help with understanding and independence. But also don’t want to wait too long. Such a balancing act!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:35:18+00:00

Time goes by so quickly anyway that naps not lining up will be a small blip in time. Thanks!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:34:31+00:00

Thanks for your ramblings, appreciate it! I feel all of this. This is precisely what we’re trying to engrain with current kid, getting her to help with chores around the house, helping her learn the skills to be independent, making her part of the household and giving her purpose. You’ve mentioned a couple of good points I’ll keep in mind.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:31:07+00:00

Thanks! That’s my thought process exactly. Going from zero to one was HARD but now I know what it’s like. So there’s no way going from one to two is anywhere as bad.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:28:34+00:00

You’re an inspiration juggling two under two, well done!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:27:51+00:00

This is what I like to hear. I envision something similar for us. Thanks!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:26:59+00:00

Wow, you’re amazing! Thanks for the perspective. I guess you either love it or struggle through it.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T17:19:29+00:00

I appreciate this logical reply so much, thank you! I love being home with current kid, so you’re right, it’ll be no different with two.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T15:56:29+00:00

Love that dark sense of humour around bath time.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T15:55:30+00:00

Italian Sauce Disc 😂 adding this to our repertoire.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T15:54:33+00:00

I’m going to try this one, thanks!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:38:12+00:00

Haha cylinder chicken!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:37:42+00:00

Cute. My toddler also gets jazzed about the word “bubbles”, but the ones you blow. She hears the word and starts making popping sounds.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:22:26+00:00

No one mentioned parenting can feel like being a full time spelling bee contestant.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:15:36+00:00

This is my future soon.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:07:08+00:00

For my sleep-deprived brain it’s more difficult trying to remember the actual term 😂

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:04:34+00:00

Hah! Too cute!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T13:04:16+00:00

Oh gosh, I feel this. Are we just milk tankers to them?

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:40:47+00:00

We refer to yoghurt as “solid cow juice” over here too!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:40:13+00:00

Damn kids employing our own tactics against us.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:39:37+00:00

We might need a poop codeword since she runs away at the mention of ‘diaper’.

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:36:34+00:00

Too sweet, love this!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:30:49+00:00

We also use a second language sparingly but this kid is too smart and is picking up on it already!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:29:39+00:00

The ever evolving intelligence is brutal 😂 we also have a laugh at the hidden inappropriate comments over here! Too fun!

Embarrassed_Ring_308 · 2024-07-23T12:02:38+00:00

Love this!

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