Patience

I had zero patience before I had kids and now that I have 2 I’ve learned to have more but it’s still not a lot & I feel so bad because I loose my patience easily and I get so annoyed when I’m overstimulated and I catch myself screaming at my one year old and I feel so bad. I also have a new born and he is 10 times more difficult than my first born and it’s SO HARD not to loose my shit. Can anyone give me any tips on what to do to calm down I try breathing, walking away, praying & nothing helps for long.
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I found I don't have very good patience either but it's hard as I'm home with my baby alone and he's very clingy and so even if I try to walk away but then he cries so I can't do that I try to breathe and count in my head while I have the little one next to me and it's hard to get the time to chill out so I'm also very overstimulated and trying everything I can as well your not alone I'm still trying to figure everything out as well x

Noise Cancellation headphones work wonders. Especially when ur overwhelmed and have a screaming child and just need to shit everything out. Also stepping outside for a moment to take a breather whether it’s on the balcony or in the garage or backyard of front door. I have my moments as well where my child will scream nonstop. Also know that it’s okay to put them down and walk away for a moment. They’re in a safe place and it’s better to walk away to keep your cool rather than losing your shit and something happening that you’ll regret. Take some time for yourself to make a cup of tea or coffee. Maybe even a glass of wine or if you smoke. I typically smoke herbs. They’ve done a number on me for the best. They help calm the nervous system and are good for the immune system and so much more. Also putting babies in warm water can help them calm down, so if their screaming alot put them in some water or just simply take time for yourself. U matter too. Remember to pause and take a few deep

Breathes. Counting can help too or tapping your hands by your side. Remember u guys are both learning and growing together. It is trial and error but never call yourself a bad parent. U are human and ur acknowledging u need help and that’s a start. U can find the headphones on Amazon. U got this✨

Ngl I feel you I’m the same way so what I do is put her down thank god for healthy baby and healthy body and a warm home with a roof then I start admiring her (mind you she’s screaming her lungs out) and tell myself wow I did that! Then I laugh and pick her up again really just distract yourself low patience usually comes from not being able to fully control every situation. Literally breathe go get some juice or a snack a distraction!

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