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
Eliminate or Procrastinate Unnecessary Chores
The bed really doesn't need to be made if you don't have the time or energy, and sometimes the laundry can serve as a very comfortable cat bed for an extra day. While I don't want to live in a trash heap, sometimes it's worth it to conserve my energy for nurturing and teaching my children as opposed to using it up dusting.
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Photo by: Mary McBride
Eliminate or Procrastinate Unnecessary Chores
The bed really doesn't need to be made if you don't have the time or energy, and sometimes the laundry can serve as a very comfortable cat bed for an extra day. While I don't want to live in a trash heap, sometimes it's worth it to conserve my energy for nurturing and teaching my children as opposed to using it up dusting.
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