I’ve been feeling very down and overwhelmed these last few days. I haven’t been taking care of myself at all…I’m at my highest weight ever, I have started really not caring about what I look like when I go out in public, and I just don’t pay attention to the things I need to do for me. I’ve spent so much time focusing on Hannah’s health, creating awareness for GD23, making sure Ethan and Abby have a normal life, etc., that I really have pushed me aside, willingly. Even my husband is feeling the stress of really not taking care of himself either, with the exception that he has to go to work everyday and gets to use that distraction.
I’m not sure what is different about tonight, but I’m feeling like I really need to change. Could be that we are going on vacation to visit my inlaws in a couple of days (and they are putting us up in a hotel and taking Abby and Ethan for the nights!), and it will be a great distraction from everything going on here. Could be that I’m just beyond exhausted and just want to change.
So, when we get back from seeing my inlaws, my husband and I decided we are going to have to start focusing more on us, especially getting ourselves healthier. If we aren’t healthy, how are we going to fight to keep Hannah healthy? We can’t afford to get sick, you know?
When we get back, I’m going to work on creating a weekly menu and focus on eating healthier for him and I. The irony is that Ethan and Abby are too skinny, so we need to keep them on regular foods (and Ethan still has to drink an Ensure every day because he needs the calories).
One step at a time…
Hang in there Mommy! Taking care of ourselves is a struggle for so many women, and many women (including myself) struggle and we don’t have an ill child to worry about. Don’t forget yourself! xoxo
Good for you! I think it’s so important that you keep yourselves healthy and don’t get too burned out– you can take care of Hannah, but no one’s taking care of you! Sometimes just getting away for a couple of days lets you really relax, take a deep breath, and come back to what you’re fighting for with renewed purpose and spirit.
~Jess
You’re right…you won’t be any good to any of your children if you get sick. Take some deep breaths and try to have some fun!
I hope you have a fabulous time on your trip. I’m sure the kids will getting spoiled by the grandparents. 🙂
Good for you, the first step is knowing you need to take that “Fisrt Step” So many times in our lives we put ourselves to the “wayside” during raising our kids and when we have kids with medical issues we put our health and lives on the so called back burner. Enjoy your nights with the 2 being away, get some much needed mommy and daddy time even if it is just to be able to chit chat while laying in bed watching some tv…
Its important to take care of yourself so you can deal with all the obstacles iof being a mom. If you look good then you will feel better about yourself. Your worth taking care of. Your in for a fight of your life and your passion shows in it by your blog and spreading the love of hannah. I’m very guilty of not taking care of myself too. Being sick has the same affect even if you put on a little blush and a pretty necklace you’ll feel better. God Bless Your Passion…
Chronic Chick
I think that taking care of yourselves is a very wise thing on your and your husbands part! I wish you the best in working at that!! Remember baby steps and don’t push yourself too hard too fast!!
Enjoy your vacation of sorts and try to find a little bit of peace and relaxation while you are away!
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I’m sure you and your hubby will work your way out of the slump. The fact that you are together on it greatly increases your potential. I know you are in Nevada now, and I hope you are having a wonderful time with your relatives. (Every parent MUST have a poopy story!)