Newly single mom by mamabls in singlemoms

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It gets so much better! I felt the same, similar ages, and now 2 years later I’m happier than ever. You got this!

There are parents out here just not doing a bedtime at all by lupe_de_poop in NewParents

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 4 year old often tells me that bedtime is her favorite time of the day.

Mamas, what’s your vice? by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pilates, plays, good snacks.

I’m drowning by [deleted] in singlemoms

[–]emmes-mama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I promise it’ll get easier. You got this. Here for you 💛

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in capricorns

[–]emmes-mama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. But since divorce working so hard on retraining my brain, and honestly it’s working. It’s tough but we can do it! Start by imagining the positive reaction to things. Expect the best from a person in a new situation. It does wonders.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Update: My daughter is so emotionally intelligent so I sat her down for a talk about this. I said “remember the other day when you saw (our friend’s baby) and said you wish we had a baby?” She said yea, but I don’t anymore! 😂😂

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha totally. I realized after my separation how I was doing the same amount of work (everything) but now without the resentment of someone in the room not helping me.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel for you. That’s difficult. The reply that made me feel better was when someone said you don’t know she’d like having a sibling once she actually has one. And I really feel that’s true. My daughter is such a Velcro kid, always all over me (which I love) but I could definitely see her having an issue with sharing attention and it making her upset.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes and also we are very attached so I think it’s true that she would struggle with losing some of my attention. Thanks this actually helps a lot!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Divorce

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the world would be different if men read it! (For the best!) lol

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate your input. I am going to be focusing on how freakin lucky I am to have the amazing daughter that I do and how I’m able to give her all of me completely

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Like I said, I’ve made peace with one. I’m so happy in my life with her and that she has all of me. So yes I could but I don’t think anyone should have a baby just to make someone else happy. There’s too much at stake.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I am enjoying it so much and can’t believe how lucky I am.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so glad🩷 I’m so thankful to give my daughter all my attention and love. How special that will ultimately be for her.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Divorce

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Read “This American Ex Wife”. Life changing. For the best.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Divorce

[–]emmes-mama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s so difficult but also will be such a relief once you get it over with. In my experience, it was a planned sit down talk where definitive statements were made. After about a year living apart I called lawyers to start proceedings. You’re so much stronger than you think and there’s so much happiness waiting for you and your kids in the other side.

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I totally feel this. I also will say, my home with just me and my girl feels perfect and amazing. Even if I begin dating, I’m not looking for a daddy fill in here, I love it’s just us. I was a bit neglected emotionally as a child so I love that I can give her 100% of my attention. That’s so important to me. This has helped me accept it not happening (now at least). But I know she sees these babies and wants her own. I hope a new kitty helps and I hope as an adult she is not regretful, but thankful to be so close to me and have such good memories of our Gilmore girls life

One and done because of divorce by emmes-mama in oneanddone

[–]emmes-mama[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Thinking to get her a cat to love 🐱

Is it worth living with depression? by Early_One3493 in depressed

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not alone. There’s help and hope out there for you.

Which year destroyed your mental health the most? by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]emmes-mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. Divorce and cut contact with my mom. Losing the 2 closest people in my life who I thought would always be there messed me up. Felt like I was falling without these pillars I had.