I love the saying but it’s just not possible with some moms and infants. Here’s what occurs while my baby is sleeping for 2 -3 hour sleep intervals (first 6 weeks) now 1.5 hours at 8 weeks. Just posting for perspective. The advice isn’t always possible.
- Pump cycle (30 minutes)
- Make next bottle (5 minutes)
- Wash bottles and pump parts (10 minutes)
- Fix snack or meal (10-15 minutes)- cleaning kitchen optional depending on time (5-10 minutes)
- Hydrate and prepare water bottle for next few hours bc pumping requires hydration
- Restroom- bc I’ve learned this is a window to go – do not want to be baby trapped having to go!
- Morning hours- take my medicine, get dressed, wash face, brush teeth, etc (20 minutes)
- Check Lucy’s water and food
- Decide whether to pick up/clean up/start a load of laundry or sleep (leaves 5-10- 20 minutes depending on what I needed to do)
- Pay bills and check bank accounts
- Grocery order placed (pickup or delivery – all depends on his mood)
jennifer cofer 