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Alice felt the exhaustion building up in her body as she struggled to keep up with all the demands that came with the arrival of little Maria. The twins, Gabriel and Sofia, seemed even more agitated since their little sister arrived, constantly seeking attention and games.

On a sunny spring afternoon, Alice was sitting on the sofa in the living room, holding Maria in her arms as she watched the twins run back and forth, laughing and playing. The sound of their childish voices filled the room, bringing life and joy but also adding to the agitation she felt.

Pedro walked over and sat next to Alice, noticing her tired expression. He gently stroked her hand and looked at her with concern.

"Sweetheart, you're exhausted," he said softly. "I know how challenging this phase can be, but remember that we are all in this together. We will find a way to balance all of our responsibilities and take care of each other."

Alice sighed, feeling relieved by Peter's reassuring words. She squeezed his ha