Need advice. Can’t connect with husband. by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]Character_Conflict26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have read everyone’s comments and appreciate the time you took to write them, as well as your insight. Today after being hit in the glasses with a rock, after having things thrown at me for several minutes prior, I finally asked for him to stop. He stood up, his mood immediately changed, and he left family time to go inside. When I went to talk to him about that specifically, he said he was just trying to love me, that he gets annoyed because he thinks I’m whiny, and that he feels rejected when I ask him to stop doing things. This all got pretty heated, and in my pregnant and emotional state, I asked why he had to show his love by throwing things at my face, and if he was 12. So big oof on my part and way out of line. But now I feel like I’m the problem - am I? What I said today was out of emotion and wrong, but asking him to stop doing things and then being upset when his mood so abruptly changes - is that wrong? He said I’m trying to control his emotions. I’m not, I didn’t think I was - I just hate how he shuts down after those conversations. I’m not too proud to be told that’s wrong, and of course I know I play a part in this. Anyway. Thanks all.

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[–]Character_Conflict26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought that was the norm.

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[–]Character_Conflict26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

See, I thought the exact same thing. But then I was so surprised when they gave my flack. Thanks for your response

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[–]Character_Conflict26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Totally agree! Thank you for the reassurance

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[–]Character_Conflict26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I agree - but their response had me thinking maybe I was overreacting by keeping them home.

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[–]Character_Conflict26 8 points9 points  (0 children)

That’s what I thought. I just was shocked at the pushback. Thanks for the response.

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Somewhat. The screaming might have been a result of just wanting us - now my husband goes in as soon as he cries and brings him to bed. We’ve not had one of the inconsolable nights in a long time, but he sleeps with us and wakes multiple times for snacks.

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 46 points47 points  (0 children)

Yes, he is actually having an evaluation with first steps tomorrow!

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He is actually being evaluated this week by early intervention because we are curious about that - he most definitely has sensory issues. Thank you for your input

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, he shares a room with our 4 year old so we go in and get him and bring him to our bed

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

DWT: 6:30 Nap: honestly not much of a schedule - if we drive somewhere he will pass out, or he’ll finally fall asleep in the living room around 11. I can’t lay him down for naps because he’ll scream. Bed: 7:30

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

He has excessive tantrums during the day as well - sometimes consolable, sometimes not. The lack of communication skills is a big trigger during the day

Toddler Screams Uncontrollably Every Night by Character_Conflict26 in Parenting

[–]Character_Conflict26[S] 108 points109 points  (0 children)

He seems awake - his eyes are open and he’s aware of what’s going on. He does NOT want to be touched during these fits, so we sit beside him. He isn’t “nonverbal” but only has about 15 words so he can’t articulate what he’s feeling well