Relatives alwys hv smth to say,as if Im the worst Mum!

Im a single mum & a first time mum, I know I have a lot to learn and all. Whenever there is gathering or relatives came over to see my LO. They sure have 101 many things to comment! Etc : my lo is fully bf & doc ever said to bf her on demand. When they were asking how many hours she needs to eat & when i said Im bf her on demand. They eventually say whr got such thing and blame me for anyhow do things my way . The best part is whatever my relatives said my my mum always believe them n never once side me nor believe me! When i do as they say to feed her every 2-3 hrs using bottle,when she vomit out I gave them a look then they blame it on I dress her to lightly and now i let her catch a cold n thats why she vomit. Im totally going insane in every single thing i do as nw my mum nags for everything i do when i nv follow their ways and all! What should i do? Anyone go thru the same situation as me? Im so afraid Ill bcm depression. Idk who else i can talk to except to cry evey night alone. Im sorry but here is the only place i can rant out and ask for advise. Please give me some advice...

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hi im a single mom too but its ok, it never come easy. been in your situation once, until now, i just speak up because i know my baby more than anybody. i will just be firm because its my baby, right? i took care of her, i know her. you have to think positive ok, just let all the words flow, dont let it be the reason youre down. your baby is your happiness ok mummy. :) chin up!

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