So my week old son will not let me put him down even for five minutes, I have learnt the art of doing everything one handed from washing up to sweeping floors. I read somewhere that the baby at this age doesn't understand the concept of being their own person, so when you leave them they feel abandoned. Many people have suggested leaving then to cry it out, but being a new mum I find it to hard to hear my baby screaming and crying for attention!
I feel like my whole life is currently on hold, i used to take hour long baths, cook luxurious meals and have endless amounts of time for myself. Whereas now, I'm lucky if I even get dressed anymore and make it out of my flat, it's a hard thing to adjust too especially after so many years of freedom.
My advice to mothers experiencing the same problem, is to just accept that this tiny newborn baby needs you, you are second now, the baby is number one top priority!
In regards to getting anything done at home I have started using my sling, he falls asleep as soon as I put him in which then allows me some time to cook and clean which was proving impossible whilst holding him in my arms before.
I have decided to just enjoy the fact that someone wants to be with me all day everyday, your baby loves you and feels comforted by the sound of your heart beat or the warmth of your body. So don't deny them this comfort, spend time with your newborn as they grow up so fast and you will only regret it.
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