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I've been bitten again after a nice, long remission and forgot what it's like to feel this icky:(. Back then I only had one little one and we got by, but now I have three and it is a huge challenge when I feel well.
My husband is wonderful support, but he works long hours far from home and I don't have too much local support.
What helps you pull together the energy and strength to get through the day with littles?
I try to stay away from coffee and drink green tea instead, but sometimes it seems nothing but a strong cup of coffee will get me through.
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Hi Jen-So sorry you got bit again. The good thing is you achieved remission before. That is great! How long were you sick for?
How old are your kids? I sympathize with you. It is so hard to muster up the energy. I live in constant mom guilt but have been really trying hard not to lately. I try to focus on what I can do with them.
Have you starting treatment yet?
Hang in there!! Di
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My son has to go to daycare. It's not ideal, we can't afford it, but it's necessary so that he can have a normal-ish childhood while I heal.
I'm sorry you have to deal with this infection. Just know that you are not alone.
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Lots of coffee for me and tv for the kids. Far from ideal, but what are you going to do?
I also asked friends/good aquaintances to help sometimes (ride home from an activity, etc).
I'm in a much better place now, and I'm trying to pay back/pay it forward where I can.
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Thanks for the tips and support. I feel the "mommy guilt" all the time. They are happy though and don't seem to notice much is amiss. I try to focus on them most of the time. It helps me to keep my mind off of the Lyme. They are elementary, preschool, and toddler age, so a handful.
I have been making sure to be diligent about detox baths after they go to bed and it makes a world of difference in how I feel the next day. I have more energy.
Yesterday was a down day for me, but I managed to turn it into a pajama/board game/movie/video game day and they were none the wiser.
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