We need time to rest, to be productive, and to have some time off from baby duty so we can be refreshed enough to show up the way we want to.
Finally, ask for help when you need it. Babies really benefit from having happy, engaged parents! We need time to rest, to be productive, and to have some time off from baby duty so we can be refreshed enough to show up the way we want to. A friend or family member can often step in and give you the break you need, so you can then return to your child revitalized and ready to delight in them again.