Monday. I actually love Mondays because my nanny comes so I can work. And work is so much easier than parenting. It was still raining so I booked Paddy in for a session at bounce and I stayed at home with Edi-Rae while she slept. I actually got so much work done while she slept and Paddy came home so happy so I can safely say that this morning was a win!
Paddy had so much fun at bounce, but he was really tired and grumpy after so I’m hoping he isn’t coming down with something. Today was good for everyone. Having an extra pair of hands here makes a world of difference. I do get work done but also in terms of just the house work alone, an extra pair of hands is so necessary sometimes. We don’t have much help in terms of family so hiring a nanny is that village for our family.
Me having a minute to breathe is so important not just for me, but for my whole family. I think women are expected to do it all and I know that we can manage everything because we are amazing. But, I also know that managing everything with no support system or time to breathe comes at a massive cost to our mental and physical health so it’s not something I want to be doing. I would rather ask for help and be okay mentally for myself and for my children. I am a better Mum for it.