I have taken sleep'n pills which in da morn'n make me feel like a zombie. Sleepy time tea or any tea. i have tried everything and actually my husband is starting to get worried because it is hard for me to get up in the mornings and help him with the kids and get myself ready for work and not be 10 minutes lae 4 work everyday. Its really wrecking my life!! HELP!!!!!!!!!!
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Take Melatonin tablets. You could find them in any pharmasudical place without a prescription. Melatonin is a hormone thake makes you sleepy when it turns dark. Good luck.
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Actually, warm tea is a great soothing agent. A hot bath works well too! A REALLY BAD book always puts me to sleep. *grin* Seriously though, physicians recommend keeping a routine, no matter how poorly you sleep. Wake up at the SAME time each morning. Do NOT take naps during the day. Eat balanced meals and go to bed at the same time each night. If you can't sleep, get up and do something for 30 minutes or until you feel tired again and lay down. It takes a few weeks for this to work, but it will getyou into a sleep routine.
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Of course there are other things besides this, but make sure you get enough sleep at night (divide up the chores if possible, or simplify your schedule so you have more time), take time for yourself to relax (because you are busy, I would recommend scheduling "Me Time" into your packed days), and walk to more places if possible. I'm sure with 2 little ones you certainly are active enough, but walking with good posture should make you feel good (compared to bending over kids and stooping over to pick up the house). Put simply, you shouldn't feel like you have to "keep going" - you are allowed to "stop." Don't let yourself get stretched too thin! As women we tend to want to be everything for everybody, so we forget about ourselves. Nurture your family, but nurture your own health, too! Good luck!
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I have several suggestions. 1) Go to the doctor and explain how you are feeling and see if they will prescribe an anti-depressant to help you get through this. Being on anti-depressants does not mean you are crazy.  It means there is a chemical imbalance in your brain and the medication will even out the imbalance allowing you to function normally again. 2) Seek out a counselor.  If you have insurance start there.  If you do not, contact the local mental health clinic and request reduced fees.  There are multiple agencies that offer counsling and are willing to base your fee on your income.  3) Pretend that you are not depressed. This one is the hardest as far as I am concerned but it really does work.  Been there, done that!  I'd also like to add that I have a Master's degree in Social Work and deal with these issues everyday for many people. So my advice comes from years of practice.  Good Luck and please try one or all of these.  Your children need you!!!
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I have dealt with insomnia too, and one of the best things you can do is create a regular sleep/wake cycle. Try to go to bed at the same time every night, and wake up at the same time every morning. It can be hard at first, but it really does help, and you'll feel better emotionally.\nAlso, you can try these tips:\n-cut back on coffee, tea, and soft drinks that contain caffeine; instead drink clear soft drinks like 7-Up and Sprite, or caffeine-free sodas like root beer\n-avoid eating large, heavy meals before going to bed\n-don't exercise too soon before going to bed\n-relax yourself before bed with a hot bath, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation (see my link), etc.\n-have a glass of warm milk and half a turkey sandwich about 30 minutes before going to bed; both contain tryptophan, which will help you sleep\n-don't use your bedroom as a place to work, eat, watch TV, etc.; it should be a place to sleep and rest and that's it\n-avoid alcoholic drinks in the evening\n-listen to calm, soothing music before bed and while you're trying to sleep\n-sleep on a comfortable mattress and pillow\n-keep your room at a cool temperature\n-practice deep breathing exercises (see link)\n-avoid naps if they interfere with your sleep/wake cycle\n-once you're in bed, visualize a safe, peaceful scene, like the beach or a rainy day\n-establish a bedtime ritual before going to sleep to key your body to relax; follow the ritual every night\n-keep your bedroom dark\n-sleep in a well-ventilated room\n-don't watch TV, read, or do any other mentally stimulating activity before bed\n-try to get into the habit of sleeping on your back... it's the best position for relaxing because it allows for deep, restful breathing\n\nGood luck!
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put a bowl by your bed rub some Vix on your chest and under your nose and take a nap then when you wake up drink some sprite or mabey even coke(not water it will not help! you need a fizzy drink) and go back to bed. if you are not tired watch some television but be sure you have a bowl by you. \n\nHope you feel better!\n\nChloe
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OMG, i know what you mean, my house is a wreck and i feel like all i do is cook and clean, so how does my neighbor with 5 kids have a spotless house and well-behaved kids and still find time to do fun stuff.... ??? i was stay at home and now i have a job, its hard either way.....\nAnd when hubby doesnt help... i am too darn tired to be meeting him at the door with anything lol\n\nPlease email me when you find out :) \n\n((((((HUGS)))))))) i don't feel so alone now...lol
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I am probably a very similar age to you and can fully understand being a worrier, because i am one! However, have u ever really analysed these feelings or where they are coming from? It sounds a bit drastic but perhaps talking to a counsellor would help, or even a good friend or someone whos not involved with the things you are worried about, like a teacher or a friend who has moved away? Ask ur boyfriend why he loves you, blokes arent the most forthcoming of creatures i must admit, however he will probably be able to give you an answer. Believe it or not, the thing u really need to do is learn to get yourself out of a negative way of thinking. Everytime u say something bad, say something positive 5 more times. Even if it isnt true, just saying it will make u feel better. Try some herbal supplements (which arent addictive) such as Kalms, which ease stress, and maybe burn some lavender oil to aid relaxation. Is there really any reason for you to be worried about ur sis? Have there been probs so far? As far as exam results go, u sound like u r putting too much pressure on urself - im sure ur dad will love u whatever. Just do ur best. Perhaps the Kalms are the way to go? They take about 3 days to get into ur system and arent addictive -or try another supplement like St John's wort (but be careful if on the pill cos it makes it stop working). Hope this helps. Keep smiling hunny!
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Oh my gosh! I don't feel so alone now! Everyone of my friends thinks that it's so weird but it is terrifying to me. I don't understand why i have this fear but man, i'm scared to get pregnant because of this fear. I get shaky, hot-cold flashes, dizziness, sweaty, just plain horror. I don't wish this on anyone but i hope we both can get over it! Do you remember anything that could have triggered your phobia? I remember going on vacation when i was younger and my sister would always get sick in the back of the car; i think i felt trapped or something but i really want to end this terrible fear! I hope you don't feel alone, i'm here for you now! :)
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Cute baby...how in the world can you take care of her when you feel like crap? GO TO THE DOCTOR! I suspect you are too tired and not eating right...being a super Mom sucks and it is not possible anyway...GO!
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Move on. It sounds like you're going through a period of depression, which is perfectly natural. Try to get some exercise (walk or jog or whatever you can get yourself to do). If you have somebody to talk to, do talk to them - if you're a church-going type of person, many pastors/preachers/ect have councilling training. Talking to them can help a LOT. Stop by the pharmacy and pick up some valarian root. It's an herbal supplement that will help you sleep, and it's non-habit forming. I used it when I was going through something similar. If you exercise during the day or afternoon, that should help relieve the insomnia a little bit, too. Remember that you're grieving for the relationship. It's ok to do that, but don't let it get out of control if you can help it. Talk to somebody about things to help keep your perspective. These things take time, but eventually you'll be able to move on. Waiting for her to come back will only delay your recovery. Really sorry things worked out this way for you. I hope you're feeling better very soon!!
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I read your question and it is EXACTLY what I went through when my husband was deployed just a WEEK after our son was born... and as I write this he is in the Mojave Desert training for the next deployment later this year. I know just how you feel... I was so exhausted from being the only one to care for my son (kudos to ANY single parent out there by the way) and I thought that I could get stuff done when he slept... But I was so tired that I also ended up watching tv or browsing on the computer... So, one day I just went out and bought a set of windsor pilates cause my back was killing me. I made a routine for myself: I got up at least an hour before my son's first morning feeding and did a workout from the pilates thing. I then took a timed shower and then tended to the baby for pretty much the rest of the day. I had a place on the dinner table and a smaller table in the living room where I'd have daily/ weekly checklists of what I wanted to do in that time period. (I even had to put "Eat breakfast and lunch" in there cause I'd forget to sometimes, because of the baby). Anyway, see what happens the first couple of days or so and the next week try to break the previous record. You'll still be caring for baby but you'll be keeping yourself busy when he's settled for a bit so you can manage your time better when you get a chance. I had lots of family around but they were always so busy and I felt guilty asking for help. Oh, so anyway, I'd make it a point to be in bed by 8:30pm but no later than 9:00pm. It's sounds lame but I used to do this in college and I felt awesome the next day, even though I woke up at 5am sharp. Sometimes I'd just lay there with my eyes open. Eventually, my body realized it needed rest and adjusted to the schedule. I was so refreshed the following morning and thanks to the mini workout I squeezed in the mornings, my aches and pains from stress and exhaustion were gone. It doesn't seem like much, but you definitely need to take care of yourself in any little way you can. Take up a small hobby, project, or indulge yourself a little and put it in your checklist. I hope my weird regimen doesn't seem too lame... lol... it worked for me and kept me "sane" while my husband was gone. I'm still on it for the most part, but now that our son is 19 months it's a little easier to get things done. Best wishes to you and your son and husband; Good Luck!!! ...now get some sleep woman!!!
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I tend to put my own needs last...especially since my husband has an undiagnosed health condition.  Try giving yourself one full day a week for pampering yourself.  I sometimes find time to do it and it's definitely a mood booster.
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It happens to me and some friends. And it doesn't help if that period is right after lunch. I find that drinking cold water (not soda) and taking a walking break outdoors do me a lot of good. It's even better to have a "sleepy partner" to take the walk with you so you guys can talk and laugh.
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well I don't know what to tell you but I feel your pain, if I don't set an alarm I can sleep all day and the only way I wake up is if I have to use the bathroom, hey that gives me an idea, before you go to bed drink a ltr of water!  \nI could ask a doc about this though, probably can help you more then a bunch of morons on the net lol
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Big sympathy - so horrible to feel like this - hope it was a good night and worth it though!\n\nChuck on a tracksuit and a baseball cap and get yourself a couple of bottles of sparkling mineral water, some soluble Berocca, some food (like pie and chips!) the Sunday papers and some Haribo Star Mix.\n\nDrink all the water with a couple of Berocca tablets (it's a super ace multi-vitamin effort that works wonders) eat your high calorie food and then collapse with the papers and your Haribo on the sofa in front of some suitably terrible TV - I tend to find Hollyoaks works wonders.\n\nThen get yourself down to the pub early evening and have a couple of halves of lager and lime. \n\nHope you're feeling better soon :-)
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My husband was on this med. but the doctor took him off of it. Now, it could be a high dose for you. There r more meds you can try. Just tell your doctor that it is hard for you to wake up in the mornings. The doctor might try you on new meds or lower your dose. Don't be afraid to tell the doctor that way you can fell happy about how these meds make you feel.