Im a new Stay at Home Mom and Im just miserable. I love my baby, but I miss my career and my co-workers. Going back to work isnt an option. But, how can I be happy? What can I do?
Signed Miserable in MO
Dear Miserable,
Making the transition from a busy career woman to a stay at home mom can be quite a struggle, especially if you really enjoyed your job and your co-workers. Ive been there!
Dont get me wrong. Being a Stay at home mom is a great job. Ive been an at home mom for several years and I wouldnt trade being home with my kids for anything. But, it was hard to adjust to the transition from conversing with adults to talking to a drooling diapered dude all day.
So, how can you go from struggling stay at home mom to a happy one?
Take time for you. Get rid of the guilt. You do not need to play with your baby 10 hours per day, just because youre home. You can take time to rub some lotion on your feet or read a book. Youre setting a positive example for your little one that Mommy matters, too. And, every time you pick up a magazine or book, youre also reinforcing the concept that reading is good. (Well, even if that one is an excuse, its...