Became a Mother, no longer a wife

United States
March 22, 2007 8:57am CST
Is it my fault that after my son was born, I started neglecting my husband and became a full time mother? I feel so guilty sometimes
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6 responses
@raveena (1353)
• India
22 Mar 07
Do not worry dear but it happens with everyone but it is good that you have realized it. Your husband also needs some time from you as even he has his wants and needs and only a wife can fulfill it. He is the father so he would surely understand your being with your child and if he does not you should make him understand but lovingly.
• United States
22 Mar 07
I understand. But how can I make his Dad feel that he has some responsibilities towards his son too? I am not the only parent.
22 Mar 07
You shouldn't feel guilty at all. If you husband can't look after himself by now then he should start! Your son is a helpless little baby who has no chance at all in the world without your help. Your husband is a grown man, I think I know who most deserves your care and time.
• United States
22 Mar 07
I am not so sure that is totally fair. It may not be what the husband or this new mother bargained for. Patience and time will work this out, not cutting dad off from love and care along with baby.
• United States
22 Mar 07
This happens sometimes and its natural, I dare say there is not a mother alive that has not felt this at one time or another in her life. You do have to remember however that your marriage needs nurturing also. Yes you are a mother now, but if you and Dad are not happy and in harmony it is not good for your son. You owe it to yourself to sit back and take a look at what kind of things that you and your husband can do to keep the passion and romance alive during this transition period of your lives. Do not lose track of why your son is here in the first place, and that is because you and your husband love each other. Do not place guilt on your shoulders rather look at solutions to making things better.
• United States
22 Mar 07
well your son should be your number one priority, though if your relationship with your husband is suffering from this you should probably try to work something out with him so you two can have 'alone' time again as well. perhaps get a babysitter for a few hours a night once a week and your and your hubby can spend that time together.
@mrsbrian (1949)
• United States
22 Mar 07
the question is why are you ignoring your husband? just because you are a mother now dosnt mean your no longer a wife.it is very important to include you husband in everything about the baby,why should he be made to feel abondaned, millions of people have children and still tend to there husbands and family. must be a reason you feel this way share the baby with your husband and while the baby is sleeping spend some time with him.
@mykykko (424)
• Philippines
22 Mar 07
it is normal that you give your full attention on your new born..maybe your husband is not used to feel that way.but eventually he will understand.in my case,i admit that it is okay for me not to have my husband on my side,but it is very important for me never lose my daughter on my sight even a sec.it's true that when you become a mom you can forget everything around except your child.your time as a mom will be divided into all your daily tasks.like if you're working you'll spend 9-10hrs,after work you need to attend to some household chores like cooking,washing dishes etc.after that you have to attend to your child,so more or less you will have a remaining 1hr or 30mins to stay alive and that is the time allocated for your husband.a bedtime is an answer (when you make love,that's the only way around to say that you still care and love him,just like before),it helps trust me ...