Feeling lost - all children at school

Anonymous

Feeling lost - all children at school

Hey ladies. My second and last child has just started school and I feel really lost! I Am a single mum - I do have a partner who lives separately, i work three days a week and on my two days off I honestly feel like I’m floating around until school pick up. It feels like I’ve lost part of my identity. Am I going crazy? I work set roster and don’t have the option/need to pick up extra shifts. I go to the gym, have lunch with friends etc but feel so lost. I feel like I’m taking it out on my partner - wanting extra attention from him. He works full time and has children of his own and I know I’m being unfair on him. People keep telling me to enjoy it, and I try! Does it get better?? Thanks ladies!

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5 Replies

Anonymous

Get a hobby. Something that actually takes time and effort, focus, challenge. That you enjoy.

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Anonymous

I know this feeling. My last child just left home. All my kids are adults now. Its just my husband and i and Hes FIFO so its me on my own a lot. I work 3 days a week and come home to an empty home. The kids do visit but its not the same now they've all left. Try to enjoy your free time for 'you' while yours are still at home.

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Anonymous

My youngest started school this year too so now I'm child free. I work 2 to 3 days a week. Ive been keeping busy with housework, appointments, lots of baking of school snacks. I'm taking time to read and enjoy having time for myself, I cherish now the balance of me time and wirk me, wife me, Mum me. Maybe find a passion or something you enjoy but haven't had time for and get back into it

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Anonymous

As the mother of 3 pre teens, believe me you will adjust. Not only will you adjust but you will come to relish and even need this kid free time.

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Anonymous

It’s 6 hours! Gym, lunch a bit of housework and it’s pick up time. I have One day at home alone a week ams am run off my feet

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