I hope this doesn't come across the wrong way, I love my daughter to death but I'm having a hard time adjusting to being a mom.  My daughter is 2 months old and I'm just not sure what I should be doing with her all day. She's not the best napper, but I'm working on that.  When she is awake, I feel like she needs my attention all the time and her attention span is short when I put her on a play mat, or in her swing.  I don't feel that I should be staring at her all day playing the "OOO I love you game".  I do love to play with her and talk to her, I just can't keep it up all day long.  I'm just wondering if there are other mom's out there who have felt this way and what you did or how you adjusted to your new life.  Thanks for the help.

I SOOOO know where you are coming from.  I'm 37 and a first time mom to a 6 month old baby boy named Devin.  For most of my 20's I absolutely did NOT want kids.  When I hit my 30's I was at least willing to entertain the thought.  My pregnancy was planned and my hubby was like a kid waiting for Christmas throughout, while I was still a bit...removed, is the best word I can think of.  Like you, I love my boy to death.  Also like you though, it was an adjustment.  I agree that it is tiring trying to entertain them all day long.  Also, as busy as he keeps me, I must admit that I was often (and still am sometimes) bored (gasp! can I say that?!).  I think it's just because I'm so used to working f/t and using a different part of my brain. 

My son has also been challenging on the sleeping front, especially as far as daytime naps go.  My hubby and I invested in a bouncy seat, a rocker, a swing, a baby einstein activity centre, a jolly jumper, a walker, etc., basically every kind of contraption to keep him active and stimulated.  At 2 months though it is a bit harder as they don't yet have the physical capability for some of these things.  However, I made a very conscious effort (and still do) to go visiting friends and family who were only to happy to entertain my son - and how it helps time pass!  If your baby doesn't protest, I would allow her some "alone" time - I've read that it's actually good for their development, rather than hovering in her space all day.  I felt a bit guilty doing so at first but now I can see that my son really does enjoy his own space for periods of time.  It's true what they say, it will get better - especially after you pass the 3 month mark!  Hope this helps.

 Those early months are really hard and I hate to say it but you have to kind of live through it. There are things that help. Try to get out without the baby. When she is sleeping, try to take some time to do something you like to do. I remember when my daughter was this young I was so ready to call it quits and put her in daycae and go back to work, I had no idea it would be so hard. I know everybody is telling you this and it's hard to believe at this point but it does get better. Try to keep things in perspective.

Those first few months are rough - I had a very hard time adjusting, but hang in there - you'll get through it.  The best thing I found was putting her in the sling and going for long walks.  It helped me get back in shape and was very stress relieving.  Usually she would look around for a bit and then go to sleep.  Also, she started watching those Baby Einstein videos around that age.  I know some people are against TV for young children, but it was a great 30 minute break for me!  I would just sit her in her bouncy seat in front of the tv and she would intently watch the whole video or sometimes fall asleep.  Good luck!

Thanks, everyone!  It's nice to know I'm not alone.  I plan on investing in some Baby Einstein products very soon.  I know things will get easier, it's just nice to hear it from people who have been there!

Great question... My daughter is 2 weeks old and am a new stay at home mom.  I am already having a hard time adjusting...I am so use to working full-time that I am having a hard time figuring out what to do all day.

Its good to see that its ok to feel bored...and that I am not alone... I was starting to feel guilty.

You are definitely not alone!  I was only home with my daughter for 6 weeks before I went back to work.  I definitely have a new found respect for stay at home Mom's! 

Trust me, you are definitally not alone. My daughter is 6 months old now, it does get easier the more moble and active (curious) they become. Then they entertain themselves more.