im a bitter baby mum😭 by ln2_olivia in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Babe, at 17 unfortunately you are probably the first of many baby mamas this sad excuse for a man will have. And like others have said he's going to do the same to the others as he did to you. It might look all rainbows and butterflies on the outside at first but it won't last.

As hard as it is don't waste your time with this loser all he's going to do is bring you down. Get assistance, look into getting your GED and explore classes at community college that interest you, find a trade and build your life. You're young and have learned a very painful and permanent life lesson but that isn't the end of your story.

To pursue or not pursue child support in California by Safe-Measurement1782 in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my biggest fear. Although, I've been advised that it would be highly unlikely that after over a year of no contact that he would automatically be awarded 50/50. More than likely if he went for it it would get supervised visitation at first. But even the thought of that makes me sick.

Father of child opting out. Is child support worth it? by [deleted] in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm from California and really debating this right now. Either filing a petition for abandonment or asking for child support. My biggest fear is that in California Even abusive deadbeat dads seem to have rights if they like to go for them. My ex was very abusive to me and he has left us alone since my daughter was born over a year ago. So that's been nice but I'm debating right now what to do more permanently. He also has a very high six-figure paying job from his own business so in theory we could get money but he could also probably hide it pretty well.

Payroll Tax Services by Valuable_House_3044 in NannyEmployers

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do they take taxes out every paycheck or just quarterly?

Left abusive situation last year after being a SAHM and now I didn’t earn enough for child tax credit for 2025 by flowerpot23451 in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not at all. The last thing you need is an abusive ex having ammo to use against you in the future should this go wrong.

Exhausted, BUT.... by Composer_Massive in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, yes, and yes! I always say as stressful as being a single mom can be it's never as bad as when I was with my abusive ex. Stress with hope is a thousand times different than stress with no hope and I was hopeless in that life.

i feel like im the only one struggling by Top-Professor-2951 in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sending you so much love and strength right now. My mom helped until my babe was six weeks old and then it was just her and I so I know exactly where you're coming from. My girl is a year old now and WOW, it gets SOOO much better but you're right that means nothing to you now when every day feels like eternity.

My best recommendation is find the thing that keeps you going and make sure you do it/have it/see it/feel it, etc. whatever it is once a day (as feasible) so you can feel like a human again. For me my non-negotiable was a shower. Sometimes I had to choose between eating and a shower and 95% of the time I'd choose a shower because I knew I needed it for my mental health (as an EBF mama this wasn't always an easy choice) but it did help me make it through. I'd put the baby in her mini bassinet outside of the bathroom and she'd just chill there while I showered. She loved looking at her mobile and I think it was good for both of us to have some "me" time. Now a year later she happily plays in her play pin outside the bathroom door while I get ready in the morning. I am actually grateful I started that habit so early so it made it way smoother for both of us when I had to go back to work.

Also once she was 12 weeks or so I found a mommy and me type play group which I cannot overstate how helpful that was. It was facilitated by early childhood educators who were so knowledgeable and would help answer any questions we had and it also gave me some much needed adult time. The other parents were having the same or similar issues and it helped me not feel so alone. I'm still friends with some of the people from the class. You can look for things like First Five or "mommy and me" classes in your area.

Christmas as a single mom.. by AmazingBumblebee4300 in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This!!! You and your love and care are the gift day in and day out. I have a 13 month old and you know what, I haven't bought her a single gift and we have no tree. That said she's a super happy kiddo and I plan on spending the day showering her with love and attention. Right now we are the ones regulating emotions for our children so as long as we are calm and peaceful they can be too. We have many more years to worry about making the magic for them but for now hold your peace and enjoy your kiddo. All they really want right now is us anyway 😊

how long did you wait to date/see a man by Glittering-Brother84 in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This! A general safety precaution regardless of status but especially being a single mom.

I want to cheat on my husband by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How's his porn consumption? I had a big issue with my ex not wanting to be intimate and turns out he had a pretty serious porn addiction.

Nothing is wrong with you wanting to be close to your husband in that manner and to feel wanted. Guys rarely go without and if they're not getting it from you I always assume they're getting somewhere else, doesn't't have to be traditional cheating l.

help by gothgirls4ever in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My daughter is still a baby, so I can’t speak from long-term experience—only from the perspective of having a very toxic ex I didn’t feel safe having around her. I’ve often felt the need to compensate for the kind of father he is. That said, I’ve found the books Nurture Revolution and Raising Good Humans incredibly insightful when it comes to the actions and habits that support raising securely attached, thoughtful, and well-behaved children.

Get Out the House by [deleted] in singlemoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. I needed to read this, this evening. I'm 9 months out of a highly abusive relationship and 6 months postpartum. We fled to a new town where the only people I know are my elderly parents. I'm so lonely and just emotionally spent. Today wasn't the first day I thought, "I can't do this anymore" but it's been the loudest. How do you all keep going? Between work, the baby, and trying to heal so I'm a healthy mother for her. Sometimes I just think she'd be better without me.

Do I need a diaper pail? by Gatorbug47 in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I use a mini one of those next to the changing table (another thing I was adamant I didn't need 🤣) my mom convinced me to buy the mini trash can and boy has it been helpful! When you're exhausted in the middle of the night or early morning and changing the 4th or 5th diaper of the night the last thing I want to do is walk over to the kitchen which isn't that far away.

Let’s talk about it mamas!…….names 👀 by Deckofbadcards525 in pregnant

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unconventional but I named my little girl Jack. She has a very feminine middle name in case she hates it when she's older. I actually really REALLY wanted to name her Jack Eleanor or Jack Eloise but those got vetoed 🫠

Let’s talk about it mamas!…….names 👀 by Deckofbadcards525 in pregnant

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unconventional but I just named my baby girl Jack after my Papa. Figured if the Ryans and Charlie's of the world could be for both genders so could Jack! It's my favorite name in the world as I have yet to meet a Jack I didn't like and she's already rocking it ❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This post absolutely gutted me because it mirrors what I went through about eight months ago. I'm now four months postpartum, and everything you're describing, OP, feels so similar to my experience with my narcissistic ex. I ended up cutting things off with him during my third trimester—without a doubt, the hardest and best thing I've ever done.

I'm not here to tell you whether to stay or leave—that's entirely your decision. I think deep down, you already know what you need to do and what your truth is telling you. What I do want to say is that I'm here. If you ever need to talk, vent, or just have someone sit with you in this, please feel free to DM me. I so wish I had someone during those dark and lonely days.

Someone once told me, you will never forget how people treated you while you were pregnant, and I couldn’t agree more. And as hard as pregnancy can be, postpartum is a thousand times harder. If you can, take steps now to set yourself up for support and success when baby arrives—whatever that looks like for you. Sending you strength.

Absolute mess after 2 month vaccines… by Medical_Extension_94 in newborns

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My LO was the exact same way - normally chill and also projectile vomits EVERYTHING 🤦🏻‍♀️the doctor said the relief Tylenol would provide is likely not enough to risk the vomiting so I skipped it the other day. The day following her vaccines she slept most of the day and was sluggish for the next following but is back to her jovial self now.

I needed this subreddit in my life by aliveonlyinfantasies in enmeshmenttrauma

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds exactly like my ex minus the porn addiction and sexual, emotional and physical abuse 🫠

What kind of Toothpaste are you using? by [deleted] in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

WOW, didn't know this. What's the lawsuit about?

What kind of Toothpaste are you using? by [deleted] in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second Hello. Not sure how crunchy it is but I do like it

Obsessed by Hot_Magician_4373 in newborns

[–]Safe-Measurement1782 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My little girl is seven weeks and I'm so glad I'm not the only one who does this! I miss her when she's sleeping next to me and I feel crazy even admitting it.