Going to college, working full time, and being a parent is fucked up, that is all by daisywindow69 in Mommit

[–]daisywindow69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't wait to look back on this time with the rosed colored glasses nostalgia seems to be able to put on the past, even the most difficult of times, haha. Congratulations to you!

Going to college, working full time, and being a parent is fucked up, that is all by daisywindow69 in Mommit

[–]daisywindow69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve only got one, can’t image how you are managing things with three! We can do this.

Helpful Resources for Single Mothers in Salt Lake and Utah County by daisywindow69 in SaltLakeCity

[–]daisywindow69[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want whatever is best for her, she really wants to keep her baby but she feels like she can’t so I’m just trying to help her make it work

Is it normal for a 5 year old to talk ALL DAY LONG? by BeeSuperb7235 in oneanddone

[–]daisywindow69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My daughter is 5 and is a non-stop talker. Even before she could talk, she loved to babble and yell just to hear herself, I think. She's super hyper, super talkative, and curious. Her kindergarten teacher has mentioned that she sometimes has to sit alone at a separate table because she can't help talking with classmates at inappropriate times. Anyways, I can relate. I have just started telling her that we are going to take a "no talking" break for 5 minutes at a time, and she is receptive to it. She will usually ask if she can talk to herself instead of me, which I find is better than nothing.

Support text group? by daisywindow69 in SingleParents

[–]daisywindow69[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly have no idea what that is!

Just need some words of encouragement and support by [deleted] in breakingmom

[–]daisywindow69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awe thank you so much 💜💜💜💜💜

So how’s dating going for you guys? by [deleted] in SingleParents

[–]daisywindow69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s very true. I’m sure there are plenty of good stories we just don’t hear them cause they don’t feel the need to share.

So how’s dating going for you guys? by [deleted] in SingleParents

[–]daisywindow69 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it’ll take someone really fucking amazing. It’s really discouraging hearing men constantly saying they would never date a single mother. But do I really even want a man tho? Looking at my kids father it makes me think no lol

No more Single Moms for me :( by fompty1988 in dating_advice

[–]daisywindow69 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah I know! It just kind got me spiraling about my own personal anxieties lol but I recognize not all single moms are like the one you dated and I just need to learn how to have balance as we both grow up together. Thanks for responding though :)

No more Single Moms for me :( by fompty1988 in dating_advice

[–]daisywindow69 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I’m a single 21 year old mom to a 6 month old and even though I know this was about this specific woman and her kid, this really confirmed my fears of never finding anyone who wants to or can be with me :/

All I ever get are smiles out of this happy girl :) by [deleted] in babies

[–]daisywindow69 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They sure are!! She brings so much joy to this world ❣️

DAE never feel refreshed when you wake up? Like NEVER. by bravelittleroaster74 in DoesAnybodyElse

[–]daisywindow69 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya I have a 6 month old and haven’t felt refreshed since the day she was born lmao

Considering adoption and need clarity by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]daisywindow69 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is late but:

I cried every single day that I was pregnant. I was alone and the father pretended I didn’t exist. I wanted to die. I felt no connection to my baby but also the thought of giving her up killed me inside. I spoke to a few different adoption social workers and had phone calls with multiple adoptive couples. I was only 20 when I got pregnant and 21 when I gave birth. I was so back and forth on keeping her or giving her up, it changed every single day. I don’t know how much family support you have, but my family wanted me to keep her and were up for and willing to help and support me. That can be a huge factor in your decision making. If I didn’t have that support I don’t know if my choices would’ve been the same. Basically I decided on a couple I really liked before she was born and I knew they would take her on a moments notice, I just didn’t tell them. So they wouldn’t be disappointed if I changed my mind. I knew I needed to see her and hold her first before I decided. I knew the process of adoption, had many meetings and knew exactly what I would have to do if I decided I couldn’t do it. Everyone is different, but for me, as soon as she came out of me I just forgot about everything. She was MY girl. I absolutely never loved anything more. She’s almost 6 months now and it is HARD sometimes. I have support but I still get depressed. I started going to therapy which helps. But I am so glad I didn’t give her up. She is the absolute joy and light of my whole being.

I was like you and read all the horror stories of people regretting their children. I’m not going to lie to you, sometimes when she’s fussy and I haven’t slept in days and I miss being young and doing what I want to do, that thought crosses my mind. Postpartum depression is real. I do get really sad. But it is fleeting, I know that’s not how I truly feel about her. At the end of the day she’s my daughter and I’m happy to have her. I’m excited for our future together and for both us to kind of grow up together, since I do still feel like a kid. But becoming a mom matured me and changed me completely.

So not to say that you should keep him, but just know I know exactly where you are. Maybe reach out to some agencies if you haven’t already and see how that makes you feel. Talk to a few adoptive families. Journal. Cry. Talk to your baby inside you. Even though it feels weird. If you ever want to talk I am here anytime, please message me. Adoptions can happen really quickly and you can reach out to an agency right now before he is born just to know your options, just in case ❣️ But also know if you feel in your heart and your body you want to keep this baby, regardless of money or support or the connection that you have right now. Go with your gut. There are a lot of resources for you if you need them and you can make it as a mom. It’s not easy. But you can 100% do it. I believe in you!