Up All Night: 7 Tips for Dealing with Sleep Deprivation During Baby's First Year
People warn you about the lack of sleep that comes with the first few months of parenting, but until you're in the thick of it, it's hard to really understand the toll that hourly feedings Every. Single. Night. will take on your mind and body. And it's not like your days are peaceful and relaxing either. Not only do you need to be awake during the day, you need to be a highly functioning, responsible adult. After all, it's not just you anymore, you've got a little one to care for! Here are 7 tips to help you cope with sleep deprivation until Baby learns to sleep through the night. - By Mary Mcbride
Embrace Unconventional Breakfasts
Normally, I like to make something hot for breakfast, but right now I just need mornings to be simple. Most of the time I've got muffins or granola bars and fruit handy, but sometimes I break all the rules and we eat cookies. These pictured have oats and nut butter, so I figure they're no worse than a chocolate dipped granola bar, and with much better ingredients.
Photo by: Mary McBride
Embrace Unconventional Breakfasts
Normally, I like to make something hot for breakfast, but right now I just need mornings to be simple. Most of the time I've got muffins or granola bars and fruit handy, but sometimes I break all the rules and we eat cookies. These pictured have oats and nut butter, so I figure they're no worse than a chocolate dipped granola bar, and with much better ingredients.