So we just found out we are expecting our 3rd baby...Im excited mostly but worried also. My hubby is starting his new job as a Drill sgt this week and I KNOW he will never be home...so I am freaking out...3 kids by myself and we just pcsed to Ft Jackson so I know nobody...we live off base and our neighbors are older people so i cant exactly talk to em...my 3 year old was in pre k there but they dont have that type of program here unless u pay for it which i have looked into and everyone is full....Any mamas out there with 3 kids any advice?? how do you do it...I know ill get through it and get into a routine but im worried bout it.....TIA 

My hubby PCS'ed and then deployed a couple weeks after I had the twins (we already had a 1yr old) I ended up moving back home for support (which I didn't really get) but I know it can be difficult. With 1 baby it's take it day by day with 3 it's take it moment by moment. Don't allow yourself to become a hermit in your home. Look online for events/play dates etc...and always make time for yourself. You can do it!!! 

I have three that are 4, 3 and 2. I also have huge medical issues that make it harder to care for them by myself Best thing I can tell you is involve your other kids. Let them hold the bottle when your baby is in your lap. Let them hold the wipes for you while you are changing a diaper. Etc... I can tell you it eats up time. Also I invested in crayons and playdoh... things that they would like that would keep them entertained and give me some time. I still let them play with playdoh all the time when I need a little time. Its fun for them, isnt TV and lets them use there minds a little. Once you get use to having three kids it will come natural. You will get the hang of it. If you need to talk Im here. I completely agree with Christina too. Dont become a hermit. I was totally until this year. Once I was able to let my kiddos have some fun and get the adult interaction it helped a ton. They run out energy while I get to drink coffee and talk. Its good for all of you! 

Oh and keep to a strict routine. Mine go to bed for a nap after they eat lunch. They go to bed at 8. We eat dinner then a bath then bed. It will help you too. Putting your three year old to bed at 8 or I know people who do it at 7 ( even though I think its too early) will give you time to clean and relax and just destress a little. Thats when I get anything done that I havnt done during the day. Even if the baby is awake having one kid awake rather then three is a lot easier.