Solo parenting this week and depression is hitting harder

Apr 30·1 min read

Wife is visiting her parents for 5 days and I'm handling the kids, house, work. Usually I'm okay but this week the depression is really creeping in. I'm going through the motions, making sure the kids eat and get to school, but everything feels heavy. Haven't showered in two days. This usually passes but man it's rough when you're the only one responsible for everything. Anyone have tips for managing when you're solo?

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RRonRegularMay 2

Five days is a long stretch when you're already struggling. Is there someone you can call to give you a break? A friend, family, anyone? Sometimes just having backup takes the edge off.

MMarcoRegularMay 2

I'm really sorry you're going through this. That combination is a lot. The kids, the house, work AND depression all at once. Have you been able to talk to anyone about what you're feeling?

DDanny K.RegularMay 2

Reach out if you need to talk. I've been there and it's easy to feel like you should just push through it but that's not how it works. Depression doesn't care about your responsibilities.

DDanny K.RegularMay 1

Solo parenting while dealing with depression is brutal. Have you been able to get any time for yourself at all? Even a 20 minute run helped me get my head straight when my wife had to travel for her mom's surgery.