Q: I feel guilty for having no energy to play with my 10-month-old. Is this normal?

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Question: I know being a parent is exhausting, but I feel so guilty because I'm always tired and have little energy to play with my 10-month-old son. He loves being with his grandparents, and they are very active with him, which makes me feel like a bad mother in comparison. I play with him when I can, but often I'm just sitting on the couch watching him play because I feel so drained. This week has been especially hard since he's been sick, and the nights have been rough. Is it normal to feel this way?

Answer: Feeling low energy with a 10-month-old, especially when they're sick, is totally normal. Parents get tired! It's great he has engaged grandparents. Don't compare yourself – quality over quantity matters for playtime. Even just being present and close counts.

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