Every time I take a break, my mom guilt kicks in, making me feel like I never do enough. It makes me feel bad for taking even a short break, and I tend to forget that a healthy baby requires a healthy, rested mother.
It is so important to remember that while we are moms, we are also human beings who need a break too.
This is why I think every mom needs some sort of support system where that is their partner, friends or family because it really takes a village to raise a baby.
I know what you mean! I don’t trust anyone completely watching my daughter. The only time I get to truly relax is when she’s taking a nap and I can check on her with the monitor