Work, Mother, Wife, All Over Again!!!?

Question

Im a young wife and mother. I work 6 days out of the week from 11pm-7am. My husband works from 7am-530pm, so were always missing each other! As soon as I get home he leaves for work, leaving me to take care of our 9 month old son. Because of our schedules i barely get sleep and ii always seems like im on the go! my first question is how can i still look great when going through something like this busy life and my second is, what are some things we can do as a family when we do have time to spend with each other. Its kinda hard to sit and think about these things when the only thing you think about all day is sleep!!!

Answer 1

WOW, Not good honey. You NEED to get some sleep. I understand it's hard. Is there any chance in getting a day time job, so this way you and your husband can enjoy each other and you can get some sleep? There isn't much you can do with your schedule. Not getting enough sleep can lead to health problems and not to mention premature aging. Getting enough sleep is very important in staying healthy and having everything working properly, not to mention your marriage. I don't know what to say honey. The only thing to do is change your work schedule.

Answer 2

Staying up all night isn't a natural thing for the body and mind. It can lead to physical and mental health problems in the future.

I suggest finding a part time job to work in the evenings or just weekends.

Sleep is essential to the thinking and thought process. when you can sleep regularly things will begin to look brighter.

Answer 3

It is hard to balance life sometimes.   Sounds like you need to spoil yourself.  It is hard to take care of others when you need to take care of yourself first.   Plan a bath, a massage, a quiet time, read your Bible.  Schedule a date with your husband to rekindle that fire.   A 9 month old is a lot of work, but kids grow up fast.   Before you know it your son will be in school.   Make some financial sacrafices if possible.   Where can you lighten up a bit so you have some sanity time.   I know it is hard to make ends meet sometimes, but I also know your son is going to grow up fast.   Don't teach him that work is a priority.  Teach him that family comes first even if you don't always get what you want with material things.   Material things are not the most important.  Time is much more valuable.  See where you can accumulate some.

Answer 4

I would check or make a schedule that allows me time with my family and time to myself. I think the world is way to busy living a life of work, work, work. In Europe they don't kill themselves over the mighty dollar. I would suggest taking a personal day at least twice a month or once a month. Make time or find a different job.