Feeling to rushed?

Question

I have a 7 year old in first grade, going to 2nd grade august 10th

I am due July 30th with a baby

I have a 4 year old that will be at home to

Is it hard to get the kid to school, get the 4 year old ready and get the baby fed and ready? Do you feel rushed with 3 kids in other words?

Plus will 11 days be enough to get the 7 year old and the baby aquainted enough so son will be okay to go back to school ?

Answer 1

It is tough.  I have 3 kids myself but the 2 older ones are both in school and help out a lot.  11 days is plenty of time to adapt.  My boys absolutly LOVED their baby sister from the minute she was born.  The only thing that will be tough will be doing all this after only 11 days of recovery.  I don't think I could drive yet (but I had a c-section).  The key is to do as much as possible the night before.  Pick out clothes, make lunches, get baths, get breakfast dishes out, pack the baby bag.  Give yourself plenty of extra time at first until you get the routine down and know how long it takes to get going.  Good luck.

Answer 2

sure

Answer 3

I have 3 kids and still feel rushed.  I suggest a chart.  (ie. lunches made, homework done, backpacks by front door, clean clothes are picked out) Also, keep a calendar so you stay update with social activities such as birthday parties, sport practicies and school functions.  Nothing upsets a child more than missing that important date.   I think your son will enjoy his new brother or sister--perhaps sending him to school with some pictures of his family to share with his new teacher or even previous teacher would be something fun for him to do.  Kids are very resilient and getting to go to school to see his friends will be something he'll enjoy as well.

Answer 4

i'm exhausted just reading your question.  

i only have one child, an 8 yr. old girl and mornings are always difficult, however, we always get to where we are going ... your 7 year old will be more than acquainted enough in 11 days.  he'd be fine after probably 2 days.  

good luck!

Answer 5

You will have to learn to prioritize and delegate.  Baths can be taken before going to bed and school lunches prepared the night before.  It is not going to be easy at first and you will certainly feel overwhelmed and exhausted.  But once you fall into a routine,  it will gradually become a way of life.  Good luck with the new baby!

Answer 6

Kids adapt they will be fine. You will be rushed until they are out of the house. Good luck, if you need help call in a family member.

Answer 7

it took a little time but i got a routine with my three children.  it took one look and by sons were fine with my daughter.  just let them help with the new baby.

Answer 8

Send the oldest to school. He definitely DOES NOT need to be home for bonding time.

And is it hard to get three kids ready in the morning? ... Are you seriously needing an answer to this? Yes. It's hard. And it'll be much harder at the beginning till you get used to it.