ADJUSTING TO TWO KIDS SOLO | IT'S BEEN HARD!!

[@adieface]

I think it is so important that you are so open about the difficulties of the newborn/toddler dynamic. Many women feel that they have to grin and bear it or pretend it’s all easy. It is not easy and you are doing a great job mama!

[@olivaparker9013]

Keep going. It does get easier. I did them all alone as well and the first few months are HARD but once my baby went to bed at same time as toddler it was a game changer. I developed a new routine that involved them both.

[@olivialittle329]

Gosh look at that little doll baby! She’s gorgeous mama! You’re doing amazing!

[@midnightcoalexpress]

I feel your pain! I have a 4 year old, 2 year old and almost 4 month old now and I’m STILL trying to figure it out. Every morning when I’m getting the boys ready (which the 4 year old is in preschool and takes the bus) my baby girl is sitting there SCREAMING. And of course every time like 20 mins before I need to go out the door to the bus stop she wants to take her morning nap. Not to mention she was just a colicky baby and has acid reflux and is not an easy baby at all. Some days I just sit there and cry and cry because I don’t know if I can keep doing it! It’s okay to feel like it’s hard. Because it is! I just hope you don’t feel alone because you’re not!

[@SaraPesa]

I have a 2 year old and a 6 month old and when they cry or need something at the same time it‘s craaazy. We got this 💕

[@DanielleSerrano]

Same here! 17 months apart, hard when they both need u at once

[@sarahseibseibtribefamily5028]

I have a 3 year old and 2 month old... it’s madness Hahha just know when you have both kids crying or needing something- there is another momma out there crying with you and feeling your pain 🤣 I’m right there with you

[@SaraPesa]

Me too! 😄

[@MS-hw1vb]

Yes all moms experience this so at least we know we aint alond

[@Lena-ek1xx]

I have no tips as I have only one baby but the fact that you have 2, new born and making these vlogs just says how amazing you are! You are doing it great, B! I hope it will be easier with time and sending you lots of positive energy from Germany!

[@emilycook2303]

My daughter was 3 when I had my son. The first couple of months are pure survival, but once my son was on a schedule it was much more manageable! We followed Mom's on Call and they have wonderful schedule suggestions for getting two on the same schedule. Hugs to you, you're doing a wonderful job!

[@allieemarriieeee]

I appreciate your honesty about how hard it has been. I have a two year old daughter and am 25 weeks pregnant with my second girl. I think I am going to continue to send her to daycare over my maternity leave to help ease the transition. I’m so excited but so nervous. Your videos help a lot and I love having another mother to look up to at this time. Thanks for all of your hard work you put into your content!

[@HoltandAshley]

Oh man hearing you talk about the routine these days with two puts me back to the time Jack was a newborn with Eliza at 2 years old. It really is so hard juggling it all!

[@sheenacoers022]

Nobody told me how hard it was going to be adding another baby. My daughter is 2.5 and those first two months were exhausting. I was trying to heal and I was in pain 24/7. My husband went back to work but by the grace of God we’re making it!! Hang in there love it gets better.

[@lindseydelight]

Hi Brooke! I became a mom of two in January, my first born is older than Emmett (turned 3 in April) so I know how you feel about the nights. You’re a SUPER MOM because I seriously couldn’t do bedtime by myself, my mom came over to help when my husband was working overtime. I can’t remember if you have one but what really helped me was the baby bjorn chair. My little one loved it from about 6 weeks and I can easily move it into my older sons room when I’m getting him ready for bedtimes.

[@GenerationX3333]

Beautiful lovely Brooklyn- You and your family are wonderful

[@happilyhathorn9264]

Hey mama! This road is not easy but so worth it in the long run. My best advice as a mama of 3 under 2 now ages 3, 2 and 1 is to remember to take time for yourself. The housework can wait. When and IF you ever have time where both are asleep at the same time, take that time to do something for YOU. Sending love and hugs. 💜

[@britneyclark9267]

I have been there. Just know you are doing great. Its ok to cry through it. And trust it gets better.

[@giorgiaperotti9517]

I 100% feel you on how hard it is with two at the same time especially for the transitions. Getting up in the morning, mealtimes, bedtimes, going anywhere are the hardest parts of the day because it always seems like my baby needs me right when I want to just complete a quick routine with my older boy. Kids really do just adjust and just go with it, it’s so crazy. Most of the time it’s me who’s overwhelmed and anxious and frustrated and my son is just like cool with it all lol

[@katielee3320]

You are doing such an incredible job. Holy moly!!!!! You’re a supermom!! honestly you have such a calming and stable energy about you that’s why I really enjoy watching your videos hahaha I just gave birth a month ago, my second, a little girl. And I also have a two year old boy at home and LOL honestly... I broke down two days ago before the night was rolling in because I just was so exhausted and didn’t feel like I could cope LOLOL so you’re doing a fantastic job. omg.

[@MizQueenBee10]

I admire you so much! Being a mom is such a tough job and I can only imagine how difficult it is with two littles and having to be alone sometimes. I have a 22 month old and I literally couldn’t imagine him, a baby, me working full time...😅 We are waiting till he’s at least 3-4 to have our second child. Toddlers man, they’re wild! Great job mama. You’re killing it! 💕

[@melaniejoannejohn8]

Great advice definitely going to get a wrap. I have a very energetic toddler and in first trimester

[@qmac2107]

I can totally relate. I am a single mom of 2 boys, a 4 year old a 1 year old, and this past year has not been easy. I just feel like I live in the overwhelmed state! But I work on it everyday and try to stay positive as much as I can. Coffee and venting to people keep me sane!! Ur doing awesome! Keep it up! 💪 PS ur breastfeeding videos helped me tremendously!

[@kyla2423]

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[@DT-rr9gh]

Hang in there! You’re doing great. Emmett being a goofball so cute!

[@nadinekba8989]

You are so naturally beautiful! I have 2 under 2, my son turns 2 next month and my daughter is 5.5 months old. It is hard!! My boy doesn’t go to daycare, I wish he did for the socialization💕I love your positivity because it def does get better !! N so much easier, the newborn stage is hard.

[@jennagomes7410]

You are doing amazing and seem to be juggling it all well!! The fact that you have your makeup on, making dinner, and getting out of the house is way more that what I did when my son was that age, and I just have one kid!! Share some of your tips along the way, I hope to have another one!

[@jessicamui]

You inspire many of us mama's! I have a little one a few months younger then Emmett, she loves watching with me to see him. 👋👋 I love baby wearing! To add to your carrier collection, try a ring sling. Game changer. I found wraps took too long to put on/off. It will last for many years! My toddler loves cuddling in the ring sling still and you can also back carry with one. Love Nalakai (they have IG and can be purchased from Amazon).

[@jlewis2914]

You’re doing a great job, mama!! And happy late birthday to you 🥳 Wishing u more blessings, love, and strength 💗

[@BlondieKaylz]

My eldest was 22 months when #2 came along, baby wearing saved me 😅 I used a Chekoh wrap for the first 4ish months then the ergo baby 360. Once your youngest hits about 6 months life starts to get easier. My 2 are 2 and almost 4 now and it’s super easy as they are both on identical schedules now 😄 Hood luck and enjoy your two sweet babes 🥰

[@philippapay4352]

Happy Birthday! Kollyns is so adorable. Love the baby grunts. I've always liked the sound of rain, so maybe the shower sounds are soothing to Kollyns. Does she feel cold when you are changing her or does she hate the restrictions of redressing her? Is she sleeping for only 30 minutes at a time for naps? You are lucky that Emmett so likes daycare and I imagine his best friend there helps him not miss playing with his late grandpa quite so much, since they were pals. You are lucky he is so unfazed by the baby crying. That's what they do when they have needs at this age. Infancy is not easy. It's hugely demanding. So Emmett being chill is a gift. Congrats to David on the job offers. As you know their schedules are demanding and change a lot in the first months prior to the 4-month developmental leap and sleep regression. But it's all a phase after a phase before the next phase. Wearing her is a good idea. That's a pretty wrap. Hey, that's why you have two arms. If you change your mind and decide to have another child, you can learn to stand like a flamingo so you can hold three at once! Kolly's grunts crack me up. Is this wrap the Solly or the Moby that is so beautiful? She seems OK doing tummy time.

[@coochieplug88]

I had my third in December 2019 so we were already social distancing because of cold and flu season and then covid hit. Post parted hit halfway into the pandemic due to isolating for the kiddos. It’s a struggle even now. Things are getting better slowly but surely, you’ve got this! 👍🏼

[@rondahastler9580]

You got this ! Kolly will adjust ! You are so good at being a mom !

[@estrelladevia4726]

I had my second baby just a week behind you & it’s def really hard! My newborn doesn’t stay asleep long enough for me to do anything unless. She wakes up quickly after I lay her down.

[@alexsandraleon665]

Love your videos! I only have one child so I can’t relate but my mom had 4 children under the age of 7 which included me. Once you get them on the same schedule once kolly is a bit older it will get easier !! God bless your family ❤️

[@kimberlyy911]

You’re doing great. I feel your pain. I have a 2 year old and a 5 month old. I have been looking at the sky, counting to 10, so many times now lol. This too shall pass. One day... and then we’ll look back and miss it lol but not today.

[@lanamarie1989]

You got this mama!🥰 I wish wraps would of been a bigger thing when my kids were younger. I was a young mom and my kids were 22 months apart. It’s tough but gets a lot easier! ❤️

[@stephanieharbaugh2643]

It will get better! I'm in your boat as far as 2 under 2, same ages as Emmett and baby girl. Mom power!

[@amandasmolar3098]

My son is 19 months old and we have a baby girl due next month. My husband is away A LOT for work and I have all the same fears. Adjusting to having two, when one is already needy and demands my undivided attention all the time. My plan is just to try to be patient and take it day by day. Been practicing the more patience part for a few months now with my son and it helps but man, it’s a nervous adjustment but all mamas do it. We were made for this! keep your head up mama ❤️

[@JH-tv8zg]

I’m due in September with a baby girl and my son will be 19 months then. I’m scared! I excited but I know how much work goes into one baby. Two will be a challenge that’s for sure. We women are amazing.

[@amandasmolar3098]

@@JH-tv8zg 100%!!!!

[@1995pokemonlover]

Hang in there Brooklyn ! You are doing great :) Emmett is such a good big brother.

[@deannawitt9376]

Brooklyn you are Wonder Woman:) Happy Birthday..

[@katlynjones7792]

Your videos are my favorite also happy belated birthday 🥳

[@hannahjoystroup6300]

Girl I feel you. I had a baby March 4 and will have a two year old on may 1st. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy. Its been so exhausting!

[@ep4922]

Yeah I feel you. Adjusting to two under two with a 6 year old doing virtual school and in grad school abs no daycare or anything. Just mommin 100%... and working from home. No grandparents nothin Dying

[@kaiyalong190]

Yep, 2 under 2 here! Crazy stuff mama, but try to embrace it! I am scared for the day i have to miss this :(

[@DanceFever1617]

I have a 2.5 year old and a 9 month old and man it’s rough ! Now that my youngest is on the move it’s non stop! So nice to know we aren’t alone in this and in the long run having them close in age is going to be amazing as they grow ❤️

[@jacmazzara1980]

I am in the same boat. My son just turned 2 and my daughter is 3 months old. My husband is gone from 7am to 11 pm so I don't have any help but 2 days a week. We still don't have a schedule down and bedtime is the absolute hardest. If I come up with any tips I will let you know!

[@alieshasturley213]

Lol I know what you mean.. although I had a c section with my second but they also done two other surgeries while I was on the operating table and didn't tell me so I was in so much pain and stuck in my hospital bed for 3 days and in hospital for 7 days thankfully my baby was in neonates.. he was allgood just small both my babies were tiny and neonatal babies!! I had Alfie the last night I was there and that was hard.. I also had to formula feed coz my meds I take for postnatal depression and pain meds for me! It was also the first time I had been away from my older son George who was just over 2 yrs old and Everytime he left with anyone he would scream for me all the way down the halls and my husband had to hold me down when I was crying and wanting him back! Then it was home time on a Friday and I had my husband for the weekend then he went back to work.. oh we were also living in a motel one room so I'm happy I didn't have house work but that was a really hard time!! I definitely know how you and new mum's to two kiddos feel.. it's really hard! My boys are now nearly 4 in June and 2 in Sept and it's a little easier my George is in kindy and Alfie starts in September at the same place.. all this to say I know exactly how you feel doll... Although I had 8 miscarriages including Georges twin so I would go through anything a million times over to have my happy healthy babies and I hope for more in the future :)

[@lupecabrera5189]

I know it's hard I went through it but it'll get better 🙏🌼😊 blessing to you and your family 💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@OurMessyHouse]

About to have my second. I loved my wraps with my first! I do want a new one though 😂

[@kourtneyd5403]

Oh my gosh! When E blocked Kolly I started laughing so hard. Thank you for your honesty. I appreciate and I hope it gets easier fast. Congratulations David that's so awesome! My son will be two next month. Do you wish you had waited until E was a little bit older to have Kolly?

[@sugarsugarsosweet]

It’s just me with my 2.5 year old and 9 month old and it’s crazy exhausting and hectic when both are crying. You are doing amazing.

[@tehanireyes9956]

That was me exactly 8 years ago, I always think n wonder how I did it. ..I can't remember, probably from the exhaustion LOL. but I did it, good on anyone who is trying to get through it.

[@kirsh816]

Thanks for the update and the honesty. I have an Emmett who will be 2 in June and expecting a girl in July. Single mom by choice using a sperm donor and trying to prepare myself for the transition 😬

[@tripletmom8664]

Where did you get your necklace from?

[@TracyPodz]

I had 2 under 2, they’re almost 2 and 3.5 now. The transition from 1-2 was HARD. I agree doing nighttime is so difficult, it gets easier and you’ll find a routine that works. Now I’m debating on having the third and can’t decide haha. Don’t know if I want to go through it all again

[@stefannyacuna1392]

I hace two boys 1 year and 2 months apart and girl baby it's 9 months old and until now I'm feeling My self in place again it's soooooo hard

[@amandaleannemarinda1711]

How do you adjust to two kids? Is adjusting two kids has been hard? Can i adjust the two of us? Thank you for answering my question.

[@gracea9890]

What is that pillow you lay her on when you put her on the kitchen bench? X

[@corrinathompson5039]

I would love a night time routine with 2. Were due with baby #2 and my husband works out of town so I will have a 17 month old and a newborn and I’m so scared to do this alone

[@bees_nail_art82]

I hope it’s not so hard with me I’m due to have a c section in less then 2 weeks I’ve got a 5 year old son & 3 teen nephews who have issues due to there parents they have lived with my & my partner for 9 years now but they can have unpredictable behaviours especially the middle oldest one

[@jennyrodriguez4882]

I’m so thankful my baby as a newborn would sleep in the pack n play with no problem so I never had to worry about holding her or carrying her to sleep.

[@jennyrodriguez4882]

@UCMavpDMY1t7PsRAv8RK6Tyw ohhh ok that makes sense I thought it was sleep related lol

[@sarahb.6592]

I was so worried when I found out I was pregnant with my second and my first was only 6 months. Now my babies are 3 (about to be 4 in July) and 2 (3 in December) it gets easier momma !

[@JessieBooooo]

Mama of a newly 2 yr old boy and 6 month old boy, and it DOES get easier, eventually. Don’t get me wrong, it is still SO hard having 2 babes throughout the day, especially when they’re on different schedules. I know it sucks, but if you can time it right you can wake the baby up at a time that’s not as normal and plan out naps so that you get even one nap coinciding between the two. That’s how I did it and they’re still on the same nap schedule, atleast an hour during the day to MYSELF. 😅

[@NicoleLottLife]

New friend here. Just stumbled on your channel ☺️

[@kl8916]

Where is your tie dye tee from!?!? 😍

[@tripletmom8664]

I so remember how hard it was with my triplets! Hang in there momma you are doing an amazing job 😊❤️

[@camelliajasper5266]

Good luck mama

[@camelliajasper5266]

Having 1 was harder than all 3 for me

[@ETylerJC]

I’m no expert, haven’t been where you are, only had one baby and that was 52 years ago so I am a dinosaur, but when I see you and other moms in the same predicament, I always wonder what would be wrong with putting the baby down in her crib or bassinet, someplace in another room when you need to tend to the toddler. Is it because of your worry about SIDS or another reason you feel you need to hold her constantly? I am not being judgmental cause I still remember how exhausting infants can be and I was wanting to scream a lot with a very colicky baby and was nowhere as good s mom as I could have been perhaps, but am just curious and that’s all. You’re doing great. The wrap and your babies are beautiful.

[@BrooklynMaldonado]

Hi! Great question! I know it's different for every momma but for me personally it's not so much that I need to hold her all the time, It's more because Emmett's room is on the second floor so if he is needing to be tended to for the morning/night routine as mentioned in this vlog then I don't feel comfortable leaving her on the first floor unattended. I also would rather throw her in a carrier and keep her content than to let her get worked up screaming bloody murder making her take in more air and cause additional gas issues! Also, baby wearing is almost a 100% guaranteed nap majority of the time which means mommas can get stuff done! :)

[@ETylerJC]

@@BrooklynMaldonadoMakes perfect sense. Thanks for the reply and best wishes!

[@heidimargaret306]

Hi, your doing a great job, try to rest when you can we’ll be here 😀❤️

[@I34R]

You have adorable children

[@joanmisenheimer5894]

You will be ok. Things will line out & you will look back on it & laugh. 🙏🥰

[@tifflovemyfamily2160]

Just changed my 20mth old daughter and she hates getting her diaper changed😂

[@TheReneeJean]

I know you said right now it’s a little difficult at night time but i was wondering if you could possibly do another night time routine? I’m due in June with our third little one and I’m so nervous 😆

[@farizadova4694]

Hi,can you please upload video about what you eat in a day?

[@savattheynet6192]

I am sorry , I am New here so my question is where is her husband ?

[@BrooklynMaldonado]

Hi, welcome !! My husband works nightshift as a surgical trauma ICU nurse!

[@savattheynet6192]

@@BrooklynMaldonado thank you . My second is on the way. Thank for sharing ur experience.

[@nicoleg3638]

You got this girlfriend 🤗