We understand that you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted as a parent, and we want to lift you up in prayer and provide some biblical encouragement. First, let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this precious mother and her baby. Lord, You see her struggles and her feelings of inadequacy. We ask for Your comfort and guidance in this season of her life. Please grant her wisdom and discernment as she cares for her child, and help her baby to adapt to new experiences with less discomfort. Give her the strength and patience she needs, and help her to rest in Your love and sufficiency. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We want to encourage you with the words of Paul in 2 Corinthians 12:9 WEB: "He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me."
God's grace is sufficient for you, and His power is made perfect in your weakness. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, but remember that God is with you and He will give you the strength you need to care for your child.
Regarding the issue of your baby having tantrums, we want to encourage you that this is a normal part of their development which will subside as they gain their means of expressing their needs verbally.
In the meantime, we suggest that you remain consistent in your routines and firm in your interactions. You may also want to consider seeking advice from your pediatrician or a trusted Christian counselor who specializes in child development. Sometimes, having a professional perspective can provide valuable insights and tools.
Also, remember to have your identity in Christ. Being a mother is an important role you are called to, but it is not your identity. This idea is clearly illustrated in Galatians 3:28 WEB, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus."
Remember that nothing is impossible with God, as we are reminded in Luke 1:37 WEB: "For nothing is impossible with God."
Lastly, we want to commend you for praying in Jesus' name. It is only through Him that we have access to God, as it says in John 14:6 WEB: "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"
Stay strong in the Lord and keep trusting in Him. He is faithful and will see you through this challenging time.