I had to learn the hard way how important it is to maintain good health following the birth of my twin boys. Due to the clinginess of my first child, it's like having triplets.Given that my first child is only two years older than my twins, I will admit that it hasn't been easy for me.
I would say I am unlucky in terms of Nanny or live-in help. I've had so many terrible encounters that I've opted to take care of my children without help. My experience with Nannies is a tale for another day.
Because I used the exclusive breastfeeding method for my twins, I spent the most of my day sitting on the couch for several hours nursing them.
Due to my husband's unavailability on weekdays, I have to take care of my singleton, who cries at the slightest provocation, and pump milk when I'm not nursing so I can save it in the freezer.
My daily schedule is so packed with activities that I don't even have time to sleep at night or rest during the day, which results in severe headaches.
Most weekends, my husband handles the housework, and after he is finished, he offers to watch the kids so I can rest. But my maternal instincts will not let me relax. When I hear them weeping, I rush to comfort them. I will state that I nearly never rest when I have the opportunity.
I became ill from the stress, and the doctor recommended that I stay in bed for three days. All I could think about were my children, household chores, and other things. According to the doctor, who will look after my children if I pass away?
I was struck by that question. Following that incident, I made the decision to take very good care of both my physical and mental well-being, and I welcome any assistance I receive from friends, family, and neighbors.
I read books, write in my diary, listen to music, meditate, eat well, drink a lot of water, and keep fit because I truly need to live for myself, my spouse, my children, my family, friends, and most importantly, to make a difference in the lives of others and achieve my life's purpose.
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