Feeling overwhelmed!

I am finding this stage harder than any other! My baby is relatively content, we have had issues with sleeping and usually co sleep/contact nap but I am trying so hard to support her independently and she is getting there slowly At the moment by baby is shouting literally non stop unless she is in my arms, literally screeching and shouting and whaling and screaming. She smiles and is content the second she is in my arms. It’s not a cry or in pain it’s just like she is communicating. She is also only napping for 30 mins or less unless in my arms or next to me. I am feeling so overwhelmed today! Is this a regression or a leap? I also find this stage hard because I feel like she is wanting to crawl and move more but can’t and is getting frustrated, and also gets bored of toys etc. I’m such a patient person and it’s only been the past few days that I’ve found it so overwhelming, I feel guilty for feeling this way but I just feel I don’t get a second to myself ever and it’s so hard!!! Anyone relate? Any tips or advice??
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I'm struggling with the naps! She won't sleep nap unless she's in the car or her pram. She gets over tired and then she's hard work. I try go for a long walk in the afternoon and it helps as she sleeps all the time. x

@Samantha yeah I think it’s similar with me my baby is fighting naps ar the minute and then is over tired yesterday she was awake for 6 hours I felt so bad for her but I just couldn’t get her to sleep!

It’s totally ok to feel overwhelmed and over stimulated, I’ve been feeling the same the last few days. Mine is also bored of toys and doesn’t really want to engage with them much. Have you tried the side cot for naps and you lie next to her so she can see you, maybe hold one hand? Have you got a Jumperoo? That’s been a lifesaver for me, loads on FB marketplace. Honestly I know this is frowned upon but if she is in to dancing fruits or something like that on TV, do it. This might give you that 10 minutes you need.

I feel you 100 percent x

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