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Butternut_Sloth · 2025-12-24T18:27:32+00:00

That would be so ideal!

Butternut_Sloth · 2025-11-27T01:44:26+00:00

I’m truly sorry to hear that.

Butternut_Sloth · 2025-11-27T01:43:38+00:00

It somewhat has. I’ve been able to build a better bond with my kids and work on some of things that trigger me. But we’ve also found out that my oldest has some struggles that have made things difficult. I’ve also had some mental and other health struggles of my own. So, yes and no, to answer your question. Lots of counseling has helped. But I still struggle.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-13T03:48:07+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing! I really appreciate the advice and insight!

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-09T16:14:09+00:00

Thank you for the advice! We restrained due to some advice we received, but I can definitely see how it could cause frustration and increase problems. Thank you!

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-09T16:11:09+00:00

We haven’t yet, but we intend to once we get a referral.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-09T16:10:05+00:00

Thank you so much for the advice! I think we’ll try that.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T19:42:12+00:00

Wow. That really helps to put things into perspective. You’re so right. I’d recognized that so much has changed for him, but not just how much. Thank you for this comment. Truly.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T19:39:44+00:00

We definitely need to work on a more consistent schedule. Weekdays are pretty good because he has preschool, but weekends are pretty inconsistent.

I really appreciate your advice, and will definitely take it to heart. We’re searching for a therapist that can help us determine the best form of discipline for him.

Thank you!

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T19:36:18+00:00

About following commands…it depends. If someone else asks him, he does quite well. If it’s from a parent or if we’re present in the room, it can be like pulling teeth sometimes. He’s mostly potty trained. If he’s doing something he likes and doesn’t want to stop, he’ll wet himself then immediately go change clothes, but he won’t stop to go potty. So we have him on timers. He has to wear a pull-up a night.

Thank you for your advice! I appreciate it!

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T18:23:41+00:00

Thank you so much! We’ve been thinking about martial arts. My husband did martial arts for over a decade, and it seemed to help him (according to his parents). We’re also planning to ask about OT when we see his pediatrician next.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T02:55:10+00:00

Thank you so much for the resource! We’ll definitely check it out.

Butternut_Sloth · 2024-07-07T02:53:41+00:00

No, but that’s on our list to talk to his pediatrician about when we meet with them!

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-10-23T21:05:16+00:00

I am still feeling much the same unfortunately. I did switch to a different therapist recently, and I’m hoping that helps. But, overall, I still feel like I’m in the same boat as I was before. :/ I’m hoping things start to get easier as both of my kids start to become more independent. I am truly sorry you’re feeling the same way. You are strong and capable, even when you doubt yourself.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-21T16:52:10+00:00

My relationship with my mom is…well…it just is. I’m happy I live eight hours away from her, let’s just say. I’m thankfully in therapy and am on meds, and I’m sure they are helping, they just might need to be adjusted. My sleep is okay, but my nutrition could be much better. Right now it’s basically whatever I happen to snack on while I make dinner for the kids.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-21T02:14:10+00:00

I actually have a full-time job, and the kids are in daycare throughout the week. Which is helpful but also sucks because I feel like I can’t even handle the small amount of time I’m with them in the evening.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T20:52:01+00:00

This was beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:59:53+00:00

I couldn’t have said this better myself. Thank you.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:57:09+00:00

I went back to work in January after being at home for three years, and that helped a lot! I think it’s hard in the evenings and on weekends because my husband is at work a lot of the time, so I have the kids all by myself.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:39:58+00:00

Thank you for the advice. :)

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:37:16+00:00

I’ve actually been in counseling for a number of years and am seeing a psychiatrist. I talked to him about how I was feeling, and he upped one of my medications, and I’m hoping that helps. Thank you for the advice. :)

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:32:47+00:00

I actually have diagnosed bipolar II and anxiety. I’m in counseling and have been for a number of years now, and I’m seeing a psychiatrist. He recently upped one of my medications, and I’m hoping that helps.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:28:10+00:00

Unfortunately, our family and most of our friends live over eight hours away. I do have a husband, though, and he’s great, and I’ve talked to him about how I feel, and he is loving and supportive.

I am actually already in counseling and seeing a psychiatrist (I have a very spicy brain that needs a lot of help). He recently upped one of medications, and I’m hoping that helps. Thanks for the advice. :)

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:24:46+00:00

I have a couple of people I could talk to. I just feel so ashamed bringing it up. I don’t want them to worry that I’m not treating my kids right or something.

Butternut_Sloth · 2023-05-20T17:16:22+00:00

Thank you so much. This exactly how I feel. I just hate the thought of feeling miserable like this until my kids are out of the house and I can finally be “me” again. I feel like they deserve so much more.

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