My body is not my own anymore

C

Apr 191 min read

I used to be able to just go to the gym whenever, sleep on my stomach, take hot showers. Now there's always a kid attached to me or waking me up or asking for something. My body is basically a jungle gym/snack dispenser/kleenex stand. I don't get peace but I do get this weird satisfaction when my toddler falls asleep on my chest that I definitely didn't get from my pre-dad freedom. Still would trade it for one full night of uninterrupted sleep though.

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DDerekRegularApr 20

The stomach sleeping thing gets me every time. I swear my daughter waits until I'm finally comfortable to need something. And forget hot showers. I now shower in 4 minutes flat with the door open listening for chaos.

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KKevinRegularApr 20

This is so real. My youngest somehow knows the exact moment I try to do anything for myself. Gym membership is currently just a donation at this point. But I gotta say the flip side is when they want hugs and aren't afraid to just climb all over you. That part is pretty great.

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LLucas M.RegularApr 20

Sleep on your stomach? What's that? I'm currently shaped like whatever position my kids decided was comfortable during the night. My chiropractor has a boat now because of me.

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