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Struggling with 3

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Hi I have a 9 week old baby and am shielding. I’m lonely, baby cries a lot more than my others. Any tips? My oldest is on iPad a lot so not much bother, but feel guilty. Middle is helpful but bored at home so much. Baby is fussy, even when I know he’s all sorted.

My partner I thought would be more helpful but hes working and worried about his job.

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Hi, I don't have much advice I'm afraid, but didn't want to ignore your post. Have you tried a sling with your youngest? Might help him settle a bit and allow you to do other things and spend time with your other two. Still helps with my 10-month-old when she's grizzly!

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Sorry I don't have much advice but as the other post suggested a sling have you heard of the sling library?norwichslings.co.uk/

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LawsonLion

I hadn’t thought about slings I got one for my little girl, that I barely used as she didn’t like it. I’ll try and find it.

Still no improvements atm lol. Back to school next week tho.

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Norfolkmummy1

Hi LawsonLion, Many people are struggling with isolation and I am sure the news of more Lockdown will not have helped. Parentline is really good if you need to chat to a Health Visitor, text 07520631590. Or call the team on 03003000123. They may have lots of tips on how to help you. Finally Early Childhood and Family Service offer free activities that you may find help norfolk.gov.uk/children-and....

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Hi LawsonLion If you are feeling alone we can help. We are hoping to be able to continue running activities within the new government guidelines and if not we have live online groups where you can chat to other new parents and trained staff. Fill in the form at tinyurl.com/ecfsHelp (make sure to tick yes for extra support) and one of our team will be in touch :-)

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