What people keep running into with parent burnout
Complaints tagged parent burnout, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 23 people · 1 forum we read
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- 9How to cope with an intense, high-needs toddlerRaising an endlessly screaming, colicky, and stubborn toddler leaves parents constantly running mental calculations to prevent meltdowns and trapped in chronic exhaustion. This relentless overstimulation leads to overwhelming burnout, anger, and the painful feeling of being worn down to the point of wanting to scream or cry.
- 8Why won't my baby eat meals or sleep for naps?Babies with feeding and sleeping difficulties often graze on food instead of eating full meals, resist being laid down, and treat naptime like playtime. This constant struggle leaves parents completely exhausted and constantly questioning whether their baby's behavior is normal.
- 6Older child acting out and getting jealous after new babyOlder children often experience intense jealousy and resort to negative behavior, shouting, or meltdowns whenever a parent holds, carries, or attends to the new baby. This constant competition for attention leaves parents overwhelmed and struggling to manage both children on their own.
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