Frazzled

This is me.

Today is the first day I have a new baby to babysit. He's 6 weeks old, a sweet little thing who doesn't cause any trouble. I think I lucked out there.

However...

I'm struggling a bit. It's difficult to juggle his needs and the needs of 3 toddlers. They are used to getting what they need right away and today they have to be patient through all the feedings and diaper changes. This has caused some acting out and general misbehaving, including Kaeleigh taking off her diaper and wetting the floor, food fights, fist fights and resisting nap time(one of them is still awake).

So...this is me now.

Defence is the name of the game, it's survival of the fitest!

My plan... make like water off a ducks back and go with the flow.
It'll take time (it always does) to settle into the new routine but I know without a doubt it'll get easier. I'm confident I can handle this change. Said my Mum over the phone this morning ,"What? Super Mom is frazzled?! I've never seen you frazzled" Of course, I laughed at that, but couldn't help being proud of myself for the days accomplishments...

family prayer - check

2 older kids at school w/out forgeting anything - check

5 children feed, cleaned and safe - check

dinner in the crock pot - check

laundry - check

dirty dishes in the dishwasher - check

tidy house - check

You better believe I'm gonna crash later! I'll probably need the kids to tuck me into bed.
So...as I sit here at my computer enjoying the blessed silence and quiet snores from 5 children (yes the last stubborn child is asleep now) I'll recharge my battery and feel thankful for the amazing blessings in my life...love, health, safety, family, a good job, music, the scriptures, friendship, the gospel of Jesus Christ (not in that order) and get ready for the noise and caos that will consume my home later.

Life is Good, keep your shoulder to the wheel ;D

Babysitting Update

I've just had the opportunity to bring three kids into my home. As a result I will be getting certified by the state and become a day care provider.
My goal is to have a very limited number of spots available, about 5. I've done this for three reasons.

1. I can't handle more than that.

2. I want to give each child the one on one attention they deserve. I'm not sure if they get that from a day care center.

3. I need to fit them in my vehicle.

I'll be making my schedule more structured from now on. This involves a weekly menu plan and a daily schedule with enrichment activities.
I feel very positive about this but also overwhelmed as there's a lot of state requirements to meet.

Wish me luck :)