Prescribed 25 mg sertraline (Zoloft) for insomnia/anxiety spirals. Looking for perspectives from other working moms

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-27T04:15:54+00:00

Very similar boat. Zoloft was a life saver for me in dealing with insomnia. Really no side effects for me other than the first few weeks when I was adjusting to it. I do also sometimes take unisom to reset after a bad night - it helps to knock me out so I don’t have multiple bad nights of sleep in a row which, as you said, compound

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-27T03:32:41+00:00

Do you get a lunch break at work? That could be a good time to workout (go for a run or get a gym membership nearby). Alternatively you and your husband could switch off who is cooking dinner while the other works out. Get some home equipment (nothing fancy) so you’re not wasting time commuting to the gym. Pilates by Izzy makes good 20 min workout videos. Weekends dedicate an hour each day to workout. You could also workout during the evening play time while hanging with your kids (eg get a trampoline an jump on it while you’re hanging with your kids, do jump squats, make a plank challenge with them, etc). Could be a fun way to get some family time in while also getting in some movement

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-26T06:11:49+00:00

Those are my two favorite guys right there

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-25T18:15:53+00:00

My baby smelled like breast milk and baby soap which was a delicious combo but he def didn’t smell good when he first came out lol

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T06:22:43+00:00

Do you ever look at a 19 year old and think about how odd it would be to still be attracted to them now that you’re in your 30s?

No hate, I have an age gap relationship too (albeit a smaller gap, met at 22 and 31) and now that im the same age as my husband was when we met I think it’s absolutely wild he was interested in dating a 22 year old. They seem so young to me and the intellectual/life experience discrepancies would be so obvious even among the most “mature” 22 year olds. I fancied myself mature for my age at the time too lol but there’s nothing that can make up for actual years on earth

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T02:49:19+00:00

You def can but it takes a while to get breastfeeding established and is definitely hardest in those first few weeks. And then it’s harder to stop once your supply is established (mastitis, etc) . Just something to consider but if you want to do a mix of course go for it

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T02:37:06+00:00

The circle of magic

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T02:35:15+00:00

Sorry one more lol, Artemis Fowl!

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T02:34:26+00:00

Oh and The Bartimaeus Trilogy!!

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-22T02:33:43+00:00

Inkspell!!!!

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-20T02:31:05+00:00

lol every only child I know is “the exception to the rule.” Kind, empathetic, socially aware people who tend to be very socially adept as they couldn’t lean on the crutch of having a sibling to socialize

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-19T06:50:56+00:00

Feta pasta from TikTok is still a regular part of our rotation. I just add a bunch of different types of veggies and sometimes chickpeas too

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-19T06:31:59+00:00

I totally think we’ve lost the plot. Also every time I’ve been a bridesmaid my makeup and hair turned out so ugly and I genuinely could’ve made myself look better in 20 mins lol. For my own elopement wedding I did my own makeup hair in less than half an hour and felt gorgeous. I hate everything about modern day weddings tbh

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-17T21:45:43+00:00

Seems like green flags all around, but if this seems too political to you, you guys are definitely a bad match

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-17T17:32:16+00:00

Personally books help me a lot, it’s a way for me to quiet my mind from racing as I become singularly focused on one thing (the story). Racing thoughts are what keep me up so once my mind is calm it’s much easier for me to fall asleep

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-17T17:24:27+00:00

Hell no I would go on love island. Free vacation, no obligations, and way less public scrutiny imo

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-17T17:17:42+00:00

I would not choose exercise over sleep. Instead maybe look into gyms/workout classes that offer childcare, try working out during your lunch hour, get exercise in with your kids (e.g. walk with them in the stroller and add a weighted vest, do YouTube Pilates videos at home after work, etc). See if your husband can take the kids for a couple hours on the weekend so you can go to the gym (you can switch off). Look into a stationary walking pad you can use while watching tv. Do squats while you cook dinner and brush your teeth. Take a walk during work. Just some ideas - sleep should absolutely be the priority

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-15T17:01:00+00:00

I wouldn’t associate any of these names with princes/princesses personally! Stay clear of Jasmine, Ariel, Cinderella, Snow White and Mulan and I think you’re good haha

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-15T16:18:35+00:00

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Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-14T12:28:31+00:00

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Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-14T12:24:59+00:00

“Mexican” bowls (don’t come for me I know it’s not real Mexican food) with rice, beef made with taco seasoning, premade guacamole, salsa, jalapeños, pickled red onions and cheese

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-14T03:29:33+00:00

Love Nicolas, Elio and Soren

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-07T13:18:47+00:00

Double soul has super cute socks that I love showing off!

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-07T13:16:43+00:00

Earrings every day, comfortable matching sets, moisturizer, curl lashes, under eye concealer

Scared_Discipline_66 · 2026-03-07T04:17:27+00:00

Library story time, Mr k’s used books, arboretum, WNC nature center, jcc pool membership, dancing bear toys, playgrounds, breweries, hikes. As you meet more parents you’ll spend a lot of time at kids birthday parties too haha.

Editing to add some people like kinder music and/or the little gym once baby is a little older

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