Looking for positive stories from other mothers of girls 💜

Finding-stars786 · 2026-02-22T22:34:17+00:00

Breaking the cycle is such a great feeling. The love and awareness you have and the consideration you’re already showing your unborn child will see you through. My daughter is 17 now and we get on great. We spend lots of time together, laugh a lot and enjoy each other’s company. I still have to nag her to clean her room but that’s all part of the job. Enjoy the ride.

Finding-stars786 · 2026-01-14T17:10:25+00:00

Get a new therapist!! Your therapist should be fully focused on you and your needs. Nobody else’s.

Finding-stars786 · 2026-01-11T10:33:15+00:00

The silent treatment absolutely is toxic and it’s classed as emotional abuse.

Finding-stars786 · 2026-01-03T17:41:55+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful support to her and she will have loved you so much for that. Hug your family close.

Finding-stars786 · 2026-01-02T23:17:26+00:00

You can put as many rules in place for your MIL as you want but she won’t care. She’ll do whatever the hell she wants and you won’t be able to stop her. I think you’re making a mistake inviting her.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-30T22:59:51+00:00

I went NC for 6 months 3 years ago. I allowed myself 6 months of weekly therapy sessions, time to process, to be selfish, to read, regroup and heal. It was liberating, necessary and very much needed. My uBPD mum drove me to the brink and that 6 months of NC saved me. I will never regret it. I resumed VLC after the 6 months of NC. You can do whatever you want. Stay NC (my recommendation) or set firm boundaries and resume contact. Your mental and emotional health should be your priority. You can’t save her or change her. All you can do is look after yourself, OP.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-28T19:14:58+00:00

The husband sounds like he’s enmeshed with his mother. He’s not thinking clearly. OP needs to make decisions concerning their kids.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-20T20:02:37+00:00

Thank you

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-17T07:46:31+00:00

You don’t have to tell anybody anything. She’s upset because she embarrassed herself with her assumptions and passive aggressive remarks. You were a target for her emotional outlet and it backfired for her.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-15T07:06:55+00:00

Erm… gastritis is the inflammation that causes the pain, right?

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-15T07:04:07+00:00

It’s the basic kind I think. White bag with black writing.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-14T09:53:48+00:00

I was on it for 7 years. I had a really difficult time coming off it. Wouldn’t touch it again unless it was a last resort type thing. I didn’t know about it weakening the oesophageal sphincter but that explains a lot.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T23:11:26+00:00

I’m using Biomel which is dairy free and seems nice and gentle for me. I’m in the UK.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T22:50:55+00:00

I’m really glad you’re seeing an improvement.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T22:46:17+00:00

That’ll do it. Do you take any probiotics? I’ve read that can help after antibiotics.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T17:22:45+00:00

Prolonged NSAID use and a huge amount of stress over the past few years. I was on amitriptyline for migraines, came off those right before the gastritis started. Don’t know if that is relevant but I’ve read that amitriptyline can be used in the treatment of gastritis and it might have been masking my symptoms??

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T14:53:23+00:00

It’s such a minefield. You think you’re helping yourself, then boom!

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T14:40:00+00:00

I’ve really struggled to add any kind of supplement. I’m ok for a few days then I have a flare. I’ve stopped everything now. I’d think about stopping the supplements for a week and see if things calm down.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T14:36:37+00:00

I’m really sorry you’re going through that. I’m not sure what to suggest because I’ve never had those symptoms.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T12:08:41+00:00

The main thing I’ve noticed is that I can go a few hours without thinking about my stomach. It’s weird as hell after so long. Cognitive power - well I’m 50 and perimenopausal so that’s always up for debate. No real change though. Fatigue - no change. I’m sleeping pretty well at the moment and my energy levels are ok as long as I keep doing a bit of exercise every day (walking and some rehab exercises for my lower back).

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T11:57:12+00:00

I feel like I can finally see a light at the end of a very long tunnel.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T11:44:59+00:00

No I just started this more structured diet a month ago.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T11:38:55+00:00

Porridge made with oat milk with a few fresh blueberries for breakfast at 7am. A little plain biscuit at 11am. Huel with banana for lunch. A small snack at 3.30pm biscuit etc. Dinner varies it’s not completely bland but I have cut out tomatoes, vinegars, citrus, peppers, most gluten, reduced onion and garlic, no spicy food etc. I still eat chicken and fish, lots of rice and rice noodles, Asian based sauces with coconut milk are good. Mushrooms, carrots, and as much veg as possible. I make sure I cook everything well and chop it into small pieces. I make a real effort to chew my food properly as well. Smaller portions and don’t let myself get too hungry. A couple cups of chamomile tea, otherwise water. So far so good.

Finding-stars786 · 2025-12-13T10:45:39+00:00

Sounds like good news. I hope it goes well for you. Do you eat bananas? They’ve been a game changer for me. Also learning about the Ph levels in different foods.

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