I Need Some Sunshine And Rainbows Please

[SilverSabre25]

Today ****s. This whole week ****s. I don't usually hate integrating new kids, but this one takes the cake...and on a week when I really need to be getting things done. I have no patience, I'm still battling morning sickness at 17 weeks pregnant, I can't stand the high pitched cry this girl has, she has no clue what "your cup/food" vs. "someone else's cup/food" means, I'm getting close to just letting her wander around with her freaking sippy cup just so maybe she'll shut up for awhile. The other kids (two today--2.5 yo dcb and 3 yo DD) are being mostly well-behaved.

I feel like no matter what I do I'm falling further behind, I feel like a terrible daycare provider because I can't even get it together to get a simple stupid craft finished for them. My house is a disaster. I need a vacation and am never going to get one. I need a clean, tidy space to relax in and it's not likely that I'll get that either. Every time I turn around something else needs fixed, cleaned, organized. Every time I turn around this dcg is into something else that no one else has ever bothered and she eats more crap off the floor than anyone else (even my DD, who was queen of that but had outgrown it by 14 months...). Every time I try to take fifteen minutes ( or even five) to get the kitchen a bit more cleaned up, some sort of he77 breaks loose.

I just need encouragement, I guess. Nice words. People who aren't annoyed with me, asking me for things, needing to touch me and be in my space.

[Lilbutterflie]

(((((((hugs))))))))
Everyone has rough days, even rough weeks. You will get through it. Take a deep breath and move on with your day. It WILL get better!!

[kidkair]

Here's a rainbow! I hope your day gets better!

[E Daycare]

Sending well wishes your way that you get over the all day sickness fast and get to relax soon. I couldnt imagine doing anything but sit on my rump all day while I was pregnant so you are a tropper for being pregnant and taking care of others kids! I hope things look up for you

[laundrymom]

(((((((hugs))))))))
Everyone has rough days, even rough weeks. You will get through it. Take a deep breath and move on with your day. It WILL get better!!

Put her in the highchair with a pair of balled socks, a pair of balled gloves, a wooden spoon, a piece of bread, and an unpeeled orange. See what happens. Add some dry cereal and work beside her doing what you need to. If that doesn't work pnp her and the moment she stops crying get her out. The moment she cries put her back. And repeat until she goes home. Just don't let her nap until you want her to. Good luck.

[Blackcat31]

((((((((hugs to you too!!))))))))) that is a miserable situation. Just thank the Lord above that she is not your child and atleast you get paid for having her!
I have a provider friend who's rates are different for each family...she charges according to how difficult or how much work each kid is! I love her way of thinking but she has to have the kid for two weeks before she gives the family their final rate quote and I always think what if they say "No way" then it was all for nothing but she says no one has backed out yet so I'm thinking people must realize how tough their kid is if they have a difficult/busy one so they are willing ot pay....I dunno but I like her way of thinking.....cuz I got a few I'd raise their rate in a second if I could!

Hopefully you are planning on taking a few days off for Christmas?!!? You sound as though you really need the break! I am sending warm wishes and good thoughts your way...YOU CAN DO THIS!!!

[SilverSabre25]

Thank you everyone. Your kind words of encouragement really did bring a nice big smile to my face and made me feel better.

They're all napping now and things should get better from here, for today at least!

[ammama]

you're not alone

i'm also pregnant (14 weeks), and i'm feeling the same way these days - overwhelmed, overworked. The combination of pregnancy and home daycare makes it tough, as I just don't have the energy to do ANYTHING extra. My dck's have not taken a single craft home, although we have been doing lots of baking. I feel terrible about it, as usually, we do so many planned activities and crafts, and I know the parents expect it, especially at Christmas. Good luck, and i'm pulling for you too!

[momofsix]

Today ****s. This whole week ****s. I don't usually hate integrating new kids, but this one takes the cake...and on a week when I really need to be getting things done. I have no patience, I'm still battling morning sickness at 17 weeks pregnant, I can't stand the high pitched cry this girl has, she has no clue what "your cup/food" vs. "someone else's cup/food" means, I'm getting close to just letting her wander around with her freaking sippy cup just so maybe she'll shut up for awhile. The other kids (two today--2.5 yo dcb and 3 yo DD) are being mostly well-behaved.

I feel like no matter what I do I'm falling further behind, I feel like a terrible daycare provider because I can't even get it together to get a simple stupid craft finished for them. My house is a disaster. I need a vacation and am never going to get one. I need a clean, tidy space to relax in and it's not likely that I'll get that either. Every time I turn around something else needs fixed, cleaned, organized. Every time I turn around this dcg is into something else that no one else has ever bothered and she eats more crap off the floor than anyone else (even my DD, who was queen of that but had outgrown it by 14 months...). Every time I try to take fifteen minutes ( or even five) to get the kitchen a bit more cleaned up, some sort of he77 breaks loose.

I just need encouragement, I guess. Nice words. People who aren't annoyed with me, asking me for things, needing to touch me and be in my space.

Oh, you are a great provider. Don't let a bad week get you down! Don't worry about the crafts...the kids will be fine without it! Enjoy your nap time (well, the kids' nap time : and RELAX, don't work during nap...the work can wait a little bit. hoping and praying things are better for you tomorrow!

[kitkat]

Hang in there! I know it's hard to be pregnant and doing child care (I'm 29 weeks). My patience is gone right now also. It will get better, especially when you send dcg home for the night :: Cut yourself some slack and don't worry about what is and isn't getting done. Hope the rest of your day goes better!

[Michael]

Sunshine and Rainbow.

[MN Mom]

Oh my goodness! It's a DOUBLE RAINBOW! ::giggles::

Sorry, I couldn't resist. For those who have no clue, search for Double Rainbow on YouTube!

*HUGS, RAINBOWS, and SUNSHINE to you* )

[Michael]

Oh my goodness! It's a DOUBLE RAINBOW! ::giggles::

Sorry, I couldn't resist. For those who have no clue, search for Double Rainbow on YouTube!

*HUGS, RAINBOWS, and SUNSHINE to you* )

I saw one in Florida last year for the first time.

[SilverSabre25]

Awww, thanks Michael! That's a gorgeous picture.

I am feeling much better today (of course, it's not even 9 AM yet, ) but I got all the baking and cookie decorating done yesterday, got the plates of yummies for the daycare parents all assembled and ready to go, got the craft finished with the dcks who were here yesterday (I have two more to do today with kids who weren't here, but that won't be hard). I also have delusions of getting Christmas cards ready to be mailed today, but we'll see how that turns out! ::

[momofsix]

Wow! For being in a "funk' you sure did get a lot accomplished yesterday!!!