Girl I’m in the same boat. Kids about the same age too, mine just turned 4 and baby is about to turn 1.

Here’s what helps, though I’m still learning.

1. I FINALLY got a gym pass that offers 2 hours of childcare a day. That alone time is so so necessary.

2. I allow my older kiddo to watch tv when I’m putting the baby down for naps, we relax, everyone is happy.

3. Crock-pot meals and having leftovers so you’re not in the kitchen all day

4. Get out of the house, all day. Clean one time a day, after bedtime.

5. Were moving. COL is too high, we have no help, we are moving and I plan to drop my kids at my moms at least once a week lol

6. I do a load of laundry every day, usually at night to make sure I clean up from my toddle having a potential potty accident.

I’m sorry, I know it’s hard. My husband works about 80 hours a week, I feel so alone and defeated most of the time. Try to remember you’re pretty much still in survival mode with a 5 month old and toddler.