I'm really struggling to balance work and motherhood VLOG // day in the life as a first time mom

truly if you would see the way I CRAZILY work during his naps or even after he goes to bed. it's a mad dash to get things done so I can be as present with him as possible while he's awake. it might be time for an editor...
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[@JoshRazauskas]

I don’t think there’s a single person alive who can’t relate even that aren’t parents. Sometimes all we can do is take it day by day and push through! I feel like I did that for almost all of 2023!

[@mslettaboo]

Yes ! This ! ❤

[@paulwoodford1984]

She’s rich and she’s moaning. she has a roof over her head, warm food and clean water. i walked past a homeless woman the other day, about 60 years old. She was sad looking but when i gave her a few pounds, which was all i had on me at the time, she was so grateful and pleasant. But looked so unwell. This moaning woman is pathetic

[@skyangelthefan]

Truth and into 2024, I am still telling myself take it one thing at a time day by day and if, I got that one thing done…I give myself applause for it. I just keep pushing myself on. Wishing you much Happiness, Peace and Kindness into your life.

[@TarotandWitchery]

You are about at that point. It's different foebeveryone, but the mommy adrenaline wears off and you find yourself exhausted. You are doing great and this is normal. Give yourself a hug and find a way to take a break. I was a single mom of 2 for 17 Yeats, running my own business homeschooling. You will find your rhythm by admitting where you are. You are amazing!

[@Liz_yb]

The unasked for advice I want to give you as a new mom lol is have grace with yourself. Some days you will have balance and some days you won’t. As new moms we just want to do everything and anything at once to give ourselves peace but also be a good mom. You’ll get your flow once he’s past the newborn stage, so for now have grace. Don’t overwhelm yourself and remember that you’re an amazing mother! You got this!

[@GrowingonVancouverIsland]

I've been watching your channel for years but maybe never commented. Your one of the best vloggers on KZbin! Don't ever stop vlogging. Hiring an editor might be the best decision you ever make. If it doesn't work out then at least you know its not for you 🙂

[@amieelxo4778]

I had to get a PPD therapist recently. And it was obvious but she said “You’re working two full time jobs at the same time”. And it just broke my heart because I never saw it that way. Working and also taking care of my son was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. No one will ever understand how much we feel and go through as moms! It’s tough but only thing we can do is take it day by day ❤️ sending hugs and strength!

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

For real! Mama job is actually more than full time…it’s 24/7 because we are never truly off duty. Especially when they wake up all night! Good thing that passes. Teething and flus/colds is intense sometimes at night too. Sleep deprivation is real. Thank God they are so cute and lovable. That’s the trade off. Seeing them thrive. Whew 😅

[@TheWisingSoul]

And it has only begun. I learned to give up control, expectations of myself and others, and the need to justify what I felt. I tossed out my will and what others wanted to live day to day. Sending you best wishes.

[@jeriheggie]

We aren’t meant to do it all alone. Build a little community. To help with work. Or mothering. Or house. Or all the things 🤗 motherhood comes in phases and they are hard but wonderful and fleeting all at the same time. Best of luck 💛

[@beccalarson5982]

You can read YOUR books to him too. He doesn't know and hearing different vocabulary is good for his development.

[@WildFloridian]

I appreciate you showing up exhausted. 😊 Makes me feel better for my filming tomorrow.

[@sassicassidy]

I’m a mom of three boys, 5 and under. I started watching you maybe 1-2 years ago when I decided to look into a side hustle, when I really had no business doing so because my plate was already over flowing 😂 and I really liked your vibe so I’ve just kept watching your videos. I usually watch on my tv but I switched to my phone because I really want to tell you….. don’t be hard on yourself! You are doing so so soooo much better than it feels like you are. And you look absolutely radiant while doing it! Not only are you struggling with some big personal life things, but your body will not settle down into a more normal state until about a year after giving birth. Your hormones just go crazy! And if breast feeding it takes longer. Postpartum (the fourth trimester) is actually about a year long. I could tell you some ridiculous stories about myself getting through it three times… I felt so ridiculous once I got my mind back and looked back on some situations. I was like wow I don’t even know who that was but it wasn’t the real me…. Hang in there, you have a very clear perspective on what’s most important so just lean on that when you feel weak. Post some motivational quotes on your mirrors! Also that salty sweet breakfast is now my motivation for my own day to get moving! ❤ have a good one!

[@ambro-sia1]

I am a businessowner and mom of a 6 month old and deal with PTBS. Trust me it gets better :) But get yourself some help wherever you can. There is no point in editing your videos yourself for example. Enjoy your time with your baby instead, because this is something that you wont ever get back. Let go of perfectionismn and give yourself room to breath and more time to get into things. Your live is changing right now and you need time to adapt. Its a marathon, not a sprint. All the best, you all are doing a great job. :)

[@TheParkerShow]

Hey Cathrin! I have been watching your videos for 3 years! You are already an amazing mother. Keep up the good work!

[@lunaazul3000]

I really appreciate all the daily life and motherhood documenting, it truly is a feat that only a strong and loving woman can achieve but I really miss the technical videos you used to make about how to become a youtuber and all the tips about how to do lighting and all that stuff. I hope to see some of that in the future again.

[@NIKKYTIME]

It really is hard to balance it all, and some days it def. will seem like you are dropping the ball in one part of your life or another. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Each phase they go through is challenging in its own way. One thing that helped me is to remember that whatever challenging phase you are in now will pass. You got this! ❤

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

Exactly. It changes so fast! Thank God right?! Haha

[@Plantobsessedjen]

get yourself an editor girl... you'll thank yourself for it in the future. Ive got two boy and I really struggle to get anything done.

[@AChefCalledRhonda]

how precious~ when the baby rolled the toy to you ....such a precious moment; such a special mom moment! thank you for all that you do.

[@gabrielleszafir]

You're doing great. I know it doesn't feel like it, but you are. We were never meant to go through having children in the way that we do as modern people. Someone once said to a dear friend of mine who was a new mom something along the lines of ; we've convinced women that it's a one person job, it's not, it never has been. You're doing the job of 4 people. And you're doing KZbin! Girl, I make videos in a similar spirit as you (kinda) and I know how much time, energy and capacity this takes. Sending you so much grace and space to compassionately and gracefully accept where you are. Keep going!

[@melindagibson8606]

P.s. I wish you did videos or something on your design esthetic! You find the cutest stuff!

[@GrowingonVancouverIsland]

Agreed!

[@amdelk_art]

I’ve never been married and I have 2 boys, 15 years apart, I also earned a masters and worked full time, sometimes 2 or 3 jobs at the same time, like for freakin ever. The most challenging and most rewarding part of my life is motherhood. BUT I know I didn’t sleep the first year my kids were born. I swear I survived on naps. I feel so lucky that I get to love these humans. BUT there is nothing magical about the day to day. It can kick your ass. My boys are grown now and I still adore these guys, so much that love isn’t a strong enough word. BUT I treasure my alone time. I value myself more than I ever did when I was younger. The one piece of advice I have is to keep yourself. If that means you only read for 10 minutes a day. Keep that daily commitment to yourself. You are worth it. Also, you got this. Don’t worry so much ❤

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

Girl I love you. I love your hair. I love this new authentic style of vlogging and sharing. I love this new self care and best life season. I love all the mama stuff cause I’m a single mama and I’ve been through it all 💯. You’re doing great. I’ve been watching your channel for a couple years and you’ve inspired me to start my own KZbin finally. I’ve learned so much from all your seasons and I don’t mean only analytics. I’ve learned about the long term stuff like character and courage it takes to make it all happen and the reality behind what may look like a perfect channel. Just so you know I’d much rather see you show up and talk about what’s real than see another perfect hairdo and make up and lighting scripted how-to vlog that’s hustled entirely for algorithms and perfectionism and leads to burnout and identity crisis. Thank you for leaning in to the hard stuff and trusting yourself and us and taking us along the rollercoaster ride of life. I truly believe you’ve created a community of support for so many of us for so many different reasons and I’m so so grateful for your influence and mentorship over these years. This is what KZbin should be used for. I hope you know how much you mean to so many and how many lives you are changing by watching you go through these ups and downs and showing up with the real real. Your ability to connect with your audience through sharing your truth and authenticity is a gift. Blessings on blessings super mama. You are a star 🌟 PS This sleep deprivation will pass and things get easier and more fun I promise. Some things get harder but a lot of things overall get easier as you get into mama life. It changes and then changed and then changed again. Get used to change and then you start to appreciate it! Aloha from Hawaii & much Love sis. 🙏🏽🪷🩵

[@youngwildandweird1983]

I really enjoyed your intro today 😍 and your video in general of course. 🥰

[@storiesnstoneware]

Both my kids did the waking up every two hours until they were 3 years old 🙃🤪 Its so hard but you’ll get through it! I didn’t realize how much of a basket case I was until they started sleeping through the night 😂 ❤❤❤ You will get some of your brain back promise!

[@ellefalconer1095]

Children are an incredible motivator. Just take each day as it comes, start there.

[@NaturallyNoni]

You're doing great, Cathrin! It IS hard to balance it all, but you're crushing it! 💕

[@OurNextAdventurejvh]

From a mom of 5, (3 grown and out of the house) with two business & 2 YT channels, hire the editor!!!😉 It is SUCH a breath of fresh air! Oh btw, LOVE your channel. Been a follower for a couple years ☺️

[@MotifMusicStudios]

Lots of care and compassion. I feel this all so deep. The burnout is real and I definitely had delightful little ones that needed me to just follow their sweet little schedules and rhythms as they changed...and they kept changing. So. Tired.

[@NASHEEDVIDEOS2023]

You are a really strong women.Who also struggle to family,income,baby ❤🌈

[@amandaruthbarnes1181]

Girl, other youtubers who have babies have to get sitters to get some work time. I worked from home and had to take my daughter to daycare to get work done. It only gets harder as naps get less and once they are mobile you have to watch them so much more!

[@BStride]

Drive throughs are your friend when going out with the little ones

[@Katlyn_Duncan]

Sorry you're struggling! I feel like you're doing great. He's so young and being your first, every day is new and exciting. You will find there are longer stretches of time where you feel on top of it then another stage of life will come up and you will be back to the drawing board. But that's the ebb and flow of motherhood! I wouldnt trade it for the world (even though some days I think about it just for a few minutes ha!). I find my filming schedule really revolves around kiddo. If she's around, I barely film as I want to be present and not in "content creator mode", and it's harder to edit as well. But I think I'm one of the few (at least that I've found) that 100% doesn't show their kid in vlogs, etc. I've seen some horror stories of people approaching youtuber kids in public like they know them. (As a thriller author this terrifies me as I can think of all the "what ifs"). Also, I wonder if there will someday be a reckoning with these kids when they are older suing their parents for putting their potty training on the internet. Eek! Though, that's just my opinion.

[@JanetKohl]

That bouncy seat on the counter - please no! I did that and my son catapulted himself onto the floor. My scariest and most shameful moment as a new mother. 😮

[@MsJaniece]

I didn't even have to watch this. The title along was enough for me. Baby girl, you got this. I have a 16 year/7/18 month and 6-month-old when i tell you momma is tired and ima full time student, and I Have my own business. Baby, I be tired, but try to get a supportive system even if its a group of mothers girl. Unfortunately mothers dont get a chance to put stuff down

[@andreamatzen119]

I'm pregnant for the first time, haven't slept through the night in weeks and just wanted to thank you for your honest words. Mixed feelings regarding the next twelve months, but hey. :D

[@Taranehko]

I watch Your Vlogs 'cause for me is like watching a female adult courageously going through Life and it's Surprises You inspire me to keep going through adulthood and life pressures❤ Thank You For That

[@Love_jen_jen]

You are doing an amazing job! I’ve learned that you are your own worst critic. Give yourself some grace. You’ll appreciate it ❤

[@PaigeHigginsVlogs]

I totally feel you with being frustrated with not sleeping through the night! I promise it gets easier!

[@Phifee]

Have you tried checking your air pressure on your tank for your water? Maybe too little or too much. My good friend told me that whatever you think you can do with a child make it a 1/4. 😂 I find I it so true. My girl is 2.5 and I still find myself busier than ever.

[@mrsdesireerose]

I had 2 kids under 3 when I started on my youtuber journey. I knew that youtube was going to be massibe part of my income which meant doing a lot of things in a little amount of time. In order for me to do that, i had to hire a video editor, I still have one 6+ years later because it removed a massive bottleneck in my business. I would be happy to chat with you about this. Last time we chatted things were wildly different. Also, AUDIOBOOKS! Motherhood will ROB you of reading books. Again speaking from expereience.

[@WellWithHels]

Just wanted to say, you’re doing really great and always enjoy and appreciate your vlogs! Xxx

[@Coconutluxenaturals]

I admire you so much running solo, its hard work. Youre doing amazing.. thank you for inspiring me to pick up my hook stash again ❤

[@melindagibson8606]

I have never been this early before!! Yay!!! I am so happy for you! I do miss some of your material from a few yrs ago. BUT.. I'm still loving this now! Congrats on your lil family!

[@DuraanAli]

I don't know how you do it, I'm a parent and I can't do anything when I'm with the kids!

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

Girl this is 💯 my life too. Multitasking and finding the balance every day with new waves coming. You’ll get better at surfing and it’ll become fun as you streamline everything and find your new normal. Just ride the waves and enjoy that baby. It will go by SO FAST! my oldest is now 21 and honestly j would not change how I did things prioritizing being present over everything else. It pays really off when they grow up so secure and confident and even become your friend someday. It’s hard but it’s a blessing! 🙏🏽🪷

Regarding books - highly recommend The Celestine Prophecy! Super easy read, fun adventure to follow and full of beautiful life lessons

[@MyLifeAsAMum]

OMG The Celestine Prophecy (followed by the tenth insight and the secrets of shambalah) if you like the one you have you'll LOVE The Alchemist *chefs kiss xxx

[@wonderfulmedia1755]

Wow! The last time I came here should be in 2021. So much has happened I had to check My old video of this channel to locate this channel again. No matter what's going on about the stress currently, it surely gets better✨❤️ Peace to You and Family Ma✨🙏

[@derekhorsburgh6238]

Hi Cathrin, would be really cool if you were to show us your little bundle of joy, we all want to see him 🤗pretty please 🙏

[@carriecashes]

Look at how big he is now!!!! Wow, looking good momma too! 🤍🖤🤍

[@TracyBooth1965]

When you're baby goes down for a nap, you try and take a nap.

[@sashasharkh]

my heart goes out to you!! this is so much to handle, i wish you got some help or a nanny to give you time to sleep and let your body recover ❤

[@micari_micari]

AAWWW OMG thanks for the teeney tiny peak of him (side view) ..SO Beautiful. 🥰

[@jasmynsreality]

Buy a baby swing. I was SO reluctant to buy one and my mother in law sent one to our house. BEST PURCHASE ever if you want to get things done.

[@AllThingsOcean]

My kiddos are 7 and 10, and I still don't sleep through the night most nights because my 10 year old really struggles with sleep. The lack of sleep can go on for YEARS, I sure hope it doesn't for you! And as for eating cold food, ALL the time over here too, LOL. By the time I get to sit and eat, 9 times out of 10 it's a cold ass meal, lol. Welcome to motherhood! 😅

[@hfortenberry]

I’ve read The Celestine Prophecy. I read it back in like 1992. It was in the early days of my now totally woowoo spiritual life. Great book!

[@StoriesbyDAF]

You are 1 of 1. The algorithm is going to pick up this new motherhood content. It's really good!

[@sixforseven]

hiii, you've probably mentioned this already in another video so my apologies if it's repetitive but can you please share where you got his blue play mat?

[@SmallTownBlogger6483]

I read I get tired & end up sleeping!! lol

[@lafarmhouse]

maybe only plan a weekly longer vlog, and add more as you can, or every other week, so your not just struggling, but thriving, life happens.

[@benflay6038]

Doing it all yourself isn't easy your doing great

[@joannejensen4369]

You should hire an editor💗

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

They usually will take solid naps for about 2-3 hours at some point. I think maybe at around age 1? I forget. That’s a game changer haha 😅

[@thesandravshow]

Editing 😭 it’s the reason I can’t be consistent. I know I can film but end up not doing it because when the hell will I edit!? I have 3 kids and a full time corporate job.

[@keshnadonia]

Hi Cathrin, it gets better. The first year is the easiest when I look back. My daughter turns two next week. Is your son teething? I wrote my comment before finish watching the entire video.

[@KatherineYoung]

The 60 seconds becoming 61 seconds glitch drives me nuts too. I never make any short content a minute long just to avoid it. I don't get why they haven't fixed that.

[@SmallTownBlogger6483]

Are you ever going to share his name?

[@heidi9569]

Maybe the water line you have going to the filter is too big? I’m no plumber, but would a smaller tube allow less water to go in?

[@M-Joy]

You've been doing a ton! You're amazing! But I do think, at least for a time, it would be helpful to get an editor. Love you and good luck on the search!

[@rastlinesofine]

Just try with an editor. It might be the best thing ever or you might hate it. Just try it and go from there. Editing is a lot of work even if you don't even have a child 😃

[@GrowingonVancouverIsland]

Agreed! Your style is awesome but another perspective might make your videos even more amazing! It never hurts to try. If it's not for you then at least you will know since you gave it a shot

[@rastlinesofine]

@@GrowingonVancouverIsland good editors can even mimic your style so you don't have to worry too much about that. But it's so true - they might make it even better looking from another perspective 😊

[@hfortenberry]

😂 Cathrine, try not to be so goal-oriented when reading. Just flow with it. You’ll get more out of it. I have to tell myself this as well.

[@AndreaOwen17]

How do you find a good editor that sees your vision, and doesn't break the bank if your videos aren't earning a ton yet

[@SierraMaelynn]

I swear I can’t make this up, I had a dream last night I asked you if I could work for you and now you say you need an editor! Weird! I edit my own videos as well as some clients of mine. If you decide to get one I would love to talk ❤

[@leticia.garcia]

Can you link the laptop tray?!

[@HannahBright]

I’d love to edit for you!!! 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@mariay.cotter8842]

Sleep deprivation is ugh Although it too shall pass, it is bad

[@jasmynsreality]

Hire the editor. Have groceries delivered have a cleaner or part time nanny. You just gave birth to a tiny human who needs a rested mama. I was so against help and it led to burnout if you can afford help do it. Remember you don’t have to have an editor forever or maybe then can edit half of your to do list. Take care of YOURSELF so you can take care of baby

[@UrbanBDKNY]

I m not sure if it’s too late but your kids should sleep a certain amount of hours in total daily and it changes based on age. If you let them nap during the day more than 2-3 hours that will creep into the night. Maybe you have, maybe you haven’t but pay a professional who can give you a plan (sleep schedule) on when to nap your baby during the day so they can sleep longer at night NOTE: I know there is no silver bullet for all kids so I m just hoping some advice can help. Parenting is hard. I had to shut down my KZbin channels when I had my second child

[@reneelong7978]

Please don't treat your dogs differently because you now have a baby...people do this all the time and it breaks my heart. They are used to being treated kind and loving. Why should that change when they did nothing wrong.

[@DebraJohnson]

You need childcare and set work hours.

[@valentinaperez6090]

If you sleep with dogs get a sound machine.

[@Joeypots]

You’re also struggling for relevant content. Go back to KZbin tips. There’s enough people that think the world cares about their lives out there. Reality is no one cares. We all have issues. Give us value.

[@ChandraSoulCoach]

I am sending best wishes for the perfect editor who you live and develop a great friendship with and makes your life so much easier and everything more fun! 🩵

[@nasadeejay3457]

Who is funding your life? Where is the man of the house and father of that child? Are you getting vaGinaMoney from the government by forcing your biological father of your child to pay for you?