Going from 2-3 is so much harder...

~Jess~ · #1 September 6th, 2008, 02:10 PM

...than it was going from 1 kid to 2 kids. I was literally cursing myself earlier for deciding to have 3 kids. But, upon thinking about it, there's no way I'd want to skip any of them, they're all too precious & I love them all so much, but sheesh. I'm so jealous of first-time moms who only have 1 crying kid & the option of napping or sleeping in late with the baby. I'm running on about 3 hours of VERY broken sleep, night before I think I got closer to 5 hours total, but I can't keep this up for much longer. I'm turning into mother-freakin' dearest. All my boys hear is yelling anymore. I'm just sooooo exhausted...

#2 September 6th, 2008, 02:26 PM

Jess!

greeneyes · #3 September 6th, 2008, 03:41 PM

Oh, sweetie. I'm sorry it's rough right now, I can't imagine. I have my moments when I think, "Boy, I'm in for it when this one comes and it's just me and two kids." Mothers are one of the strongest, toughest kinds of women out there, so I know you'll get through it! *hugs*

ANGWife · #4 September 6th, 2008, 04:05 PM

Poor mama! I was just thinking today how am I gonna be able to nap during pregnancy with other kids to take care of. Is there anyone to babysitt while you just get a nap?

Resi · #5 September 6th, 2008, 04:37 PM

I don't know how you do it. I have already thought about how hard it must be to go from 1 to 2 or 2 to 3.

**Jenn** · #6 September 6th, 2008, 05:52 PM

I'm sorry you're having a tough time right now. The fear of how hard going from 2-3 kids is going to be is one of the reasons we're waiting. Just keep in mind that it's a temporary situation. Alyssa is still newborn and with that comes constant nursing and no sleeping. In a few months things will get much easier I'm sure--at least you'll be getting more sleep!

Lash · #7 September 6th, 2008, 06:42 PM

You know that I know nothing from experience but I can only ditto Jenn that as you keep going and get out of the newborn phase that its going to get better

*Anna* · #8 September 6th, 2008, 07:25 PM

I just want to say ((hugs)) Jess. I can't imagine that yet. Moms do have the hardest job in the world. I hope it gets better for you soon. I also hope you can get someone to help watch the kids so you can catch up with some rest.

ScottishBrit · #9 September 6th, 2008, 07:58 PM

I am in no way going thru what you are but i have to agree, it's exhausting!!!

hows the BFing going?

lauren in hi · #10 September 6th, 2008, 07:58 PM

(((HUGS))) I'm already dreading going from 1-2. My little princess has been so far off her sleeping schedule recently that I just want to cry. And if I let her sleep over at the ILs it just gets worse.

I hope you can get some rest soon. You're strong, hon, you'll get through it.

ShannonMVT · #11 September 6th, 2008, 09:03 PM

((hugs)) I hope it starts getting easier for you Jess. I can imagine it is really tough.

#12 September 6th, 2008, 09:11 PM

SAHMs have tough jobs, especially when there are 3 rugrats to chase after/yell at/feed/teach/entertain/look after. I only have a husband, and one poor night of sleep is enough to make me feel off.

Hang in there mommy dearest! LOL

Mars · #13 September 7th, 2008, 02:39 AM

Michelle, I totally agree!!

I know this little one will be a major adjustment for us because we both love to sleep. I'm praying she's not an overly "fussy" child especially after seeing how active she's been.

#14 September 7th, 2008, 03:30 AM

((((((((((((((((((Huggles)))))))))))))))))

You know it's the most rewarding job in the world to be a mum, and as tough and tiring as it is right now, give it a month or so and I bet you'll look back and think wow yey me for getting through that, and OMG I wouldn't have it any other way now. I bet you'll have a hard job remembering what it was like with just the 2 boys.

petalfuzz · #15 September 7th, 2008, 04:45 AM

I have no business giving you advice, but you definitely have my support!! I hope you can work out a schedule soon.

soImarriedAnerd · #16 September 7th, 2008, 05:09 AM

Alison81 · #17 September 7th, 2008, 07:02 AM

I give SAHM's a lot of credit. Going to work is a nice break! Once they get older, it'll be smooth sailing. It seems like a lot of my friend's struggled going from 2-3, but once things got into a new routine, they were enjoying it. I am sure it is hard, it was hard enough dealing with a sleepless night with only one baby, and no other kids to worry about.

BambolinaItaliana · #18 September 7th, 2008, 07:24 AM

hugs!!!! don't know how it is sopose to be done either, and i am a little scared!!! everyone keeps telling me i wont be able to do it alone, since enzo is always working or at school. i guess my only blessing is that i will get to be a SAHM cause just thinking about working a full time job and taking care of a 2 yo and newborn brings me close to tears!!!! you are my hero jess, hang in there!!!!

~Jess~ · #19 September 7th, 2008, 03:52 PM

Thanks for all the kind words ladies! She slept for 2 3-hour time blocks last night and didn't wake up when Ethan woke up screaming (he'd wet the bed and was all cold and wet and needed fresh sheets, lol.), and dh let me sleep in this morning when he got home from work, so I was able to get 8 hours total last night and I'm a new person today, lol.

ScottishBrit · #20 September 7th, 2008, 04:34 PM

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Thanks for all the kind words ladies! She slept for 2 3-hour time blocks last night and didn't wake up when Ethan woke up screaming (he'd wet the bed and was all cold and wet and needed fresh sheets, lol.), and dh let me sleep in this morning when he got home from work, so I was able to get 8 hours total last night and I'm a new person today, lol.[/b]

Isnt i amazing what 8 hours will do to you now compared to a regular 8 hours of sleep....poor Ethan

The girls are right Jess, you are a VERY strong person!! You've always given such grea advice and helped me threw alot of tough times!! Hows nurseing going?