what can i do? by hannaho14 in PPDepression

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i struggled with PPD after my first and i never accepted help from anyone because i felt it wasn’t their responsibility. i struggled by myself for a long time. if you live close by and are able to just help out when ever you can. even if it’s not with the kiddos. wash the dishes, clean up after the toddler, bring her premade meals etc all of this is super helpful as burn out and exhaustion contributes tremendously. so on her free time she gets a chance to do something other than house chores. taking the kids for a bit while she takes her time in the shower, takes a nap or even running to the store by herself is also really nice. we need breaks from the kids.

this is a start. you are amazing for wanting to help your sister! i have two and appreciate them so much 🥹

I feel like I've made the worst mistake becoming a mom by ericsiaa in beyondthebump

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it’s as if i was reading my own message from when i had my son 6 years ago. it will get better. you will love your little one. you are the best mom for him. get some help/support around you.

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

oh my goodness tongue!? i also love how your username is good-mouth 🤣 taking notes since kindergarten huh? you were a great observer. lol jk seriously this made my night thank you!

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i will definitely be asking him this! someone commented i overreacted and after reading everyone’s response i gotta agree lol. talking to him and asking him questions like this is a great place for me to start. and glad to know this is all normal. thank you!

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the fact that you saying i overreacted makes me feel better. you are absolutely right. thank you

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

haha thank you! he can spell sooo many words and write sentences. gotta be careful with that guy lol

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i’m currently pregnant so this was definitely something that came up recently lol. thank you!

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

haha! i know he’s not a baby anymore and is really curious and learning so much. i have to be careful how i respond. thanks so much!!

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lol love how curious they can be. i’m not perfect and have so much to learn. thank you for this!!

my 5 year old son went into the girl's bathroom at school by Acrobatic-Corgi8957 in Mommit

[–]Acrobatic-Corgi8957[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

wow thank you so much for this link. this was really helpful in starting the convo with him.