Sometimes I find myself quietly staring at baby and my Husband and wonder, "what have I done with my life". I used to be so care free, my own person, so in love with life. Now, I have been reduced to a care taker. Not a life I ever imagined for myself. Is it normal to feel this way?

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You are not reduced into anything. Your status actually is elevated into a higher position, the person your baby depends his/her life on. I understand you miss your old life, but you can look at your new role as a mother more positively. How about taking up a new hobby? Crafting, sewing or selling baby items. Being a mother, wife and SAHM on top of that, does not mean you cannot earn any income. Or leisure activities for yourself. Just need some creativity and ability to sneak some time while taking care of your LO.

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