I am beginning to learn that I am not a very good mom when I am tired. I know – this seems like common sense. It also seems like something I should have figured out long before now. However, the reality of how true this is has been really hitting me lately. I am ALWAYS tired. This is no joke – I am 37 weeks pregnant and tend to suffer from insomnia towards the end of my pregnancy. I am not sure why it happens, but so far with both pregnancies the last few weeks become a nightmare of not being able to sleep. The result? A much crankier mom during the day. I hate to admit it but it is so true. I find that I just don’t have the patience that I normally have or the drive to do as much during the day. I suppose it is a phase and that all moms have been here at some point in time, but it is hard as you’re going through it. I look forward to feeling energized again someday. I just rejoice on days like today when it is rainy outside knowing that my little munchkins will take a longer nap – and that I will hopefully be a more pleasant mom to be around:)
Melissa
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My fellow mom, you are so right! Sleep is essential! Give yourself some grace and call your doctor. Maybe he/she can prescribe something for the insomnia! My prayers are with you!