I apparently do not have it.
Last night was probably the worst night we’ve had in the last month. My decent little sleeper, who usually sleeps 5-6 hours after we put him down, then eats, then goes back down for 2 or so hours…was up numerous times.
Starting at 12:45 (he went down at 8:30). 88|
Then 3:30 (until 4:30).
Then 5:15.
Then 6:30.
So I basically napped all night, in between him crying and the storm and Tom snoring.
During times (nights) like these, I wonder—seriously—how on earth people want to do this more than once. I mean, sure, I’d love another child…but last night, when I was soooo exhausted and losing patience because he would not sleep…I can’t imagine having the strength to do this again. Hell, some days I am not sure I have the strength to get through this kid. (Yeah, I know I do, but sometimes, it sure doesn’t feel like it.)
I do not have the parental patience gene. He really is a good baby—he has his cranky times, but overall, he rarely cries for no reason. But when he does, I find myself getting frustrated. At him AND at myself for being much less patient than I always thought I’d be. And then I feel guilty for feeling that way.
Hoo boy.
I’m not sure what the answer is, but you are NOT alone! Other parents go through the same thing. I guess that is when you have to call upon the spouse. (Sorry Tom!)
I remember one of my friends telling me she just couldn’t take it anymore,she had enough of the kids (4 young boys). So she opened the door and let them all go outside to play (fenced yard) and said “Okay God, it’s your turn”……………..they survived.
Luckily those days are fewer than the good ones!