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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Consider finding a babysitter for when your husband goes back to work. The transition from very intellectual work (grad school) to staying at home with a baby can be a challenge and it will be nice to have a few hours a few days a week to yourself to recharge your batteries.[/quote]

While I get this is hard for some people, I found that my baby slept so much during the day in those early months that it was really unnecessary to get a sitter. I guess every baby is different, and so is ever mom. But I had tons of time to do more intellectual stuff early on. Even when my baby was awake, I spent plenty of time just sitting near her and reading. I'd also listen to podcasts or talk to friends or family on the phone. Babies just want you nearby, they don't need to to sit there and interact with them the whole time. I'd check in with her periodically and read a book or do some snuggles or talking to each other, but I had so much time to just read and pursue other interests.

Now, being at home with a 1 or 2 yr old? Yes, absolutely, get yourself some help! It is hard spending the day talking to and working with a toddler. It absolutely will fry your brain.[/quote]

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