How do I keep from going crazy?

Question

I'm a single 23 years old and I have 3 kids ages 5 and under. I work go to school and my kids are so wild.. I am a clean freak except when it comes to my room.. Anyways how should I go about not losing my cool with my kids. I recently got custody of 4 other kids and Im way beyond over whelmed these days.. Can someone give me advice?? Yes I know Im crazy but Im the type of person that will always help someone out when they need it!

Answer 1

The first person you need to help out who is in need is yourself.  You are obviously a nice and giving person but by over committing yourself you are not doing yourself or the children you are trying to raise any favours.

Simplify your life as much as possible.  If others can always rely on you when they need help then make sure that you can rely on them when you need it.

Make one day a week or month Mummy day.  Get your friends/family to look after the children and have some 'you' time - see a movie,  have a bath or do something you enjoy.

Remember that the most important things in your life are  your children and don't complicate your life over the little things.  There are more important things in life than if the beds are made or not.

Good luck

Answer 2

i don't know. i have one son age 2 and sometimes i just cant get myself together, i dont know how you manage with that many kids.... but, why would you get 4 more kids if you  can barely handle your own?

Answer 3

All I can say is take a deep breath and God Bless you.