It's wierd. Maggie's health is stable, she's loving school doing well, going to a huge b-day party tomorrow. Sammy's good, had a fever this week better in ONE day, back to school, he's good. I feel so stressed lately. I'm ALWAYS in motion, doing everything for everybody and then some. I only work 12 hours a week; and there I'm taking care of others(I'm a nurse). Doing treatments at home, bills, making healthy(most of the time) dinner, making appointments for the orthodontist, dentist, flu shots, I could ramble on but it will stress me out more. Trying to figure out how we can afford to pay all the d*** co-pays calling drug companies for programs to help us. Then feeling like I need to work more to pay for all the drugs.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Usually I CAN handle it all. Last night, I got home from work and had a true anxiety attack. I felt like I may have misunderstood a doctor, and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sort of like obsessing about the situation. My chest felt tight, I think it could be misplaced anxiety. Hopefully, I didn't screw something up. My husband was trying to be helpful but started getting perhaps defensive, saying his job is stressful, making me feel worse. I just feel like a robot; with the treatments, VEST, soccer practice, cleaning, making sure Maggie poops...TOLD YOU THIS WAS a RANT! I guess chronic caretaking can be just as hard as acute caretaking. I try to things for myself, go for a run(if I didn't I'ld go insane) THen I feel guilt because we have been doing well. How could I feel this Way? Any input is apprciated and thanks for listening, hope I didn;t stress you out!
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It's wierd. Maggie's health is stable, she's loving school doing well, going to a huge b-day party tomorrow. Sammy's good, had a fever this week better in ONE day, back to school, he's good. I feel so stressed lately. I'm ALWAYS in motion, doing everything for everybody and then some. I only work 12 hours a week; and there I'm taking care of others(I'm a nurse). Doing treatments at home, bills, making healthy(most of the time) dinner, making appointments for the orthodontist, dentist, flu shots, I could ramble on but it will stress me out more. Trying to figure out how we can afford to pay all the d*** co-pays calling drug companies for programs to help us. Then feeling like I need to work more to pay for all the drugs.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Usually I CAN handle it all. Last night, I got home from work and had a true anxiety attack. I felt like I may have misunderstood a doctor, and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sort of like obsessing about the situation. My chest felt tight, I think it could be misplaced anxiety. Hopefully, I didn't screw something up. My husband was trying to be helpful but started getting perhaps defensive, saying his job is stressful, making me feel worse. I just feel like a robot; with the treatments, VEST, soccer practice, cleaning, making sure Maggie poops...TOLD YOU THIS WAS a RANT! I guess chronic caretaking can be just as hard as acute caretaking. I try to things for myself, go for a run(if I didn't I'ld go insane) THen I feel guilt because we have been doing well. How could I feel this Way? Any input is apprciated and thanks for listening, hope I didn;t stress you out!
It's wierd. Maggie's health is stable, she's loving school doing well, going to a huge b-day party tomorrow. Sammy's good, had a fever this week better in ONE day, back to school, he's good. I feel so stressed lately. I'm ALWAYS in motion, doing everything for everybody and then some. I only work 12 hours a week; and there I'm taking care of others(I'm a nurse). Doing treatments at home, bills, making healthy(most of the time) dinner, making appointments for the orthodontist, dentist, flu shots, I could ramble on but it will stress me out more. Trying to figure out how we can afford to pay all the d*** co-pays calling drug companies for programs to help us. Then feeling like I need to work more to pay for all the drugs.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Usually I CAN handle it all. Last night, I got home from work and had a true anxiety attack. I felt like I may have misunderstood a doctor, and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sort of like obsessing about the situation. My chest felt tight, I think it could be misplaced anxiety. Hopefully, I didn't screw something up. My husband was trying to be helpful but started getting perhaps defensive, saying his job is stressful, making me feel worse. I just feel like a robot; with the treatments, VEST, soccer practice, cleaning, making sure Maggie poops...TOLD YOU THIS WAS a RANT! I guess chronic caretaking can be just as hard as acute caretaking. I try to things for myself, go for a run(if I didn't I'ld go insane) THen I feel guilt because we have been doing well. How could I feel this Way? Any input is apprciated and thanks for listening, hope I didn;t stress you out!
It's wierd. Maggie's health is stable, she's loving school doing well, going to a huge b-day party tomorrow. Sammy's good, had a fever this week better in ONE day, back to school, he's good. I feel so stressed lately. I'm ALWAYS in motion, doing everything for everybody and then some. I only work 12 hours a week; and there I'm taking care of others(I'm a nurse). Doing treatments at home, bills, making healthy(most of the time) dinner, making appointments for the orthodontist, dentist, flu shots, I could ramble on but it will stress me out more. Trying to figure out how we can afford to pay all the d*** co-pays calling drug companies for programs to help us. Then feeling like I need to work more to pay for all the drugs.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Usually I CAN handle it all. Last night, I got home from work and had a true anxiety attack. I felt like I may have misunderstood a doctor, and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sort of like obsessing about the situation. My chest felt tight, I think it could be misplaced anxiety. Hopefully, I didn't screw something up. My husband was trying to be helpful but started getting perhaps defensive, saying his job is stressful, making me feel worse. I just feel like a robot; with the treatments, VEST, soccer practice, cleaning, making sure Maggie poops...TOLD YOU THIS WAS a RANT! I guess chronic caretaking can be just as hard as acute caretaking. I try to things for myself, go for a run(if I didn't I'ld go insane) THen I feel guilt because we have been doing well. How could I feel this Way? Any input is apprciated and thanks for listening, hope I didn;t stress you out!
It's wierd. Maggie's health is stable, she's loving school doing well, going to a huge b-day party tomorrow. Sammy's good, had a fever this week better in ONE day, back to school, he's good. I feel so stressed lately. I'm ALWAYS in motion, doing everything for everybody and then some. I only work 12 hours a week; and there I'm taking care of others(I'm a nurse). Doing treatments at home, bills, making healthy(most of the time) dinner, making appointments for the orthodontist, dentist, flu shots, I could ramble on but it will stress me out more. Trying to figure out how we can afford to pay all the d*** co-pays calling drug companies for programs to help us. Then feeling like I need to work more to pay for all the drugs.<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0"> Usually I CAN handle it all. Last night, I got home from work and had a true anxiety attack. I felt like I may have misunderstood a doctor, and couldn't stop thinking about it. Sort of like obsessing about the situation. My chest felt tight, I think it could be misplaced anxiety. Hopefully, I didn't screw something up. My husband was trying to be helpful but started getting perhaps defensive, saying his job is stressful, making me feel worse. I just feel like a robot; with the treatments, VEST, soccer practice, cleaning, making sure Maggie poops...TOLD YOU THIS WAS a RANT! I guess chronic caretaking can be just as hard as acute caretaking. I try to things for myself, go for a run(if I didn't I'ld go insane) THen I feel guilt because we have been doing well. How could I feel this Way? Any input is apprciated and thanks for listening, hope I didn;t stress you out!
M
Mommafirst
Guest
All I can say is that I know exactly what you are saying and I'm feeling it too. If it were *just* the CF stuff life would be stressful, but life doesn't stop because you are raising a child with CF. We have all the other stressful, overwhelming, crazy day things that all moms do and then we have the stressful, upsetting, time consuming CF care stuff on top of it. Not to mention all the money components. HUGS, I have no advice, but wanted you to know you are not alone!!!!
M
Mommafirst
Guest
All I can say is that I know exactly what you are saying and I'm feeling it too. If it were *just* the CF stuff life would be stressful, but life doesn't stop because you are raising a child with CF. We have all the other stressful, overwhelming, crazy day things that all moms do and then we have the stressful, upsetting, time consuming CF care stuff on top of it. Not to mention all the money components. HUGS, I have no advice, but wanted you to know you are not alone!!!!
M
Mommafirst
Guest
All I can say is that I know exactly what you are saying and I'm feeling it too. If it were *just* the CF stuff life would be stressful, but life doesn't stop because you are raising a child with CF. We have all the other stressful, overwhelming, crazy day things that all moms do and then we have the stressful, upsetting, time consuming CF care stuff on top of it. Not to mention all the money components. HUGS, I have no advice, but wanted you to know you are not alone!!!!
M
Mommafirst
Guest
All I can say is that I know exactly what you are saying and I'm feeling it too. If it were *just* the CF stuff life would be stressful, but life doesn't stop because you are raising a child with CF. We have all the other stressful, overwhelming, crazy day things that all moms do and then we have the stressful, upsetting, time consuming CF care stuff on top of it. Not to mention all the money components. HUGS, I have no advice, but wanted you to know you are not alone!!!!
M
Mommafirst
Guest
All I can say is that I know exactly what you are saying and I'm feeling it too. If it were *just* the CF stuff life would be stressful, but life doesn't stop because you are raising a child with CF. We have all the other stressful, overwhelming, crazy day things that all moms do and then we have the stressful, upsetting, time consuming CF care stuff on top of it. Not to mention all the money components. HUGS, I have no advice, but wanted you to know you are not alone!!!!
U
usedtobeinca
Guest
I hear you. Life keeps it coming regardless of whether you're raising a CF kiddo. Know that you are not alone - this unfortunately is the reality of our situation at times. That being said, I know when it reaches a fever-pitch for us we sometimes have to shake up the routine a little. We've been wrestling with that a bit lately as the time changes and our little guy goes to bed earlier and earlier. All the same stuff needs to get done - but in an hour and a half less time - which all but nukes going out and doing anything together in the evenings <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
U
usedtobeinca
Guest
I hear you. Life keeps it coming regardless of whether you're raising a CF kiddo. Know that you are not alone - this unfortunately is the reality of our situation at times. That being said, I know when it reaches a fever-pitch for us we sometimes have to shake up the routine a little. We've been wrestling with that a bit lately as the time changes and our little guy goes to bed earlier and earlier. All the same stuff needs to get done - but in an hour and a half less time - which all but nukes going out and doing anything together in the evenings <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
U
usedtobeinca
Guest
I hear you. Life keeps it coming regardless of whether you're raising a CF kiddo. Know that you are not alone - this unfortunately is the reality of our situation at times. That being said, I know when it reaches a fever-pitch for us we sometimes have to shake up the routine a little. We've been wrestling with that a bit lately as the time changes and our little guy goes to bed earlier and earlier. All the same stuff needs to get done - but in an hour and a half less time - which all but nukes going out and doing anything together in the evenings <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
U
usedtobeinca
Guest
I hear you. Life keeps it coming regardless of whether you're raising a CF kiddo. Know that you are not alone - this unfortunately is the reality of our situation at times. That being said, I know when it reaches a fever-pitch for us we sometimes have to shake up the routine a little. We've been wrestling with that a bit lately as the time changes and our little guy goes to bed earlier and earlier. All the same stuff needs to get done - but in an hour and a half less time - which all but nukes going out and doing anything together in the evenings <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
U
usedtobeinca
Guest
I hear you. Life keeps it coming regardless of whether you're raising a CF kiddo. Know that you are not alone - this unfortunately is the reality of our situation at times. That being said, I know when it reaches a fever-pitch for us we sometimes have to shake up the routine a little. We've been wrestling with that a bit lately as the time changes and our little guy goes to bed earlier and earlier. All the same stuff needs to get done - but in an hour and a half less time - which all but nukes going out and doing anything together in the evenings <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-confused.gif" border="0">
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Are you guys able to take a moment together after the kids are down to light candles, sip a glass of wine and chat/watch TV together or something? That's one of the things that helps us keep some sanity. Also, is there a way to split up the housework/treatment responsibilities a bit to take some pressure off of you? We have it so that we only tackle major cleaning on the weekends and just 'maintenance' during the week. Also my wife does the morning (and mid-day since Thomas is sick) treatments while I take the evening treatment.
Hang in there.
Oh I know how you feel too. You get to feeling overwhelmed and a little sorry for yourself, then you remember that others have it so much worse, so you feel guilty for feeling sorry for yourself. It's a vicious circle! The thing is, though, you aren't other people. You are you, and your problems are real to you. Let yourself be sad once in a while without the guilt. I know it's easier said than done, but try.
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
Oh I know how you feel too. You get to feeling overwhelmed and a little sorry for yourself, then you remember that others have it so much worse, so you feel guilty for feeling sorry for yourself. It's a vicious circle! The thing is, though, you aren't other people. You are you, and your problems are real to you. Let yourself be sad once in a while without the guilt. I know it's easier said than done, but try.
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
Oh I know how you feel too. You get to feeling overwhelmed and a little sorry for yourself, then you remember that others have it so much worse, so you feel guilty for feeling sorry for yourself. It's a vicious circle! The thing is, though, you aren't other people. You are you, and your problems are real to you. Let yourself be sad once in a while without the guilt. I know it's easier said than done, but try.
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
Oh I know how you feel too. You get to feeling overwhelmed and a little sorry for yourself, then you remember that others have it so much worse, so you feel guilty for feeling sorry for yourself. It's a vicious circle! The thing is, though, you aren't other people. You are you, and your problems are real to you. Let yourself be sad once in a while without the guilt. I know it's easier said than done, but try.
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
Oh I know how you feel too. You get to feeling overwhelmed and a little sorry for yourself, then you remember that others have it so much worse, so you feel guilty for feeling sorry for yourself. It's a vicious circle! The thing is, though, you aren't other people. You are you, and your problems are real to you. Let yourself be sad once in a while without the guilt. I know it's easier said than done, but try.
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey
One of the hardest things to do is to NOT worry. It just comes naturally to us moms. The fact is, there are things we cannot control. It is useless to worry over such things. Try to focus on the things you can control. I have an anxiety/panic disorder. It's not fun. It's down right difficult and scary. Try your best to get control of that before it gets you. Don't ever underestimate the value of a long, hot bath or a good long cry in the shower. Both can be very cleansing!
Stacey