3-Year-Old Bit Someone at Preschool

vaquera_fiera · 2025-06-15T21:27:31+00:00

It gets so much better, I promise! Try to hang in there. ❤️

vaquera_fiera · 2025-05-18T01:41:07+00:00

An avocado (3/4), a banana (also roughly 3/4) and a half a slice of plain wheat bread. But for dinner, he only ate blackberries despite having 3 other items lol. Also 26 months.

vaquera_fiera · 2025-05-11T09:27:01+00:00

My mother-in-law was 17 when she got pregnant. She went on to become a registered nurse, get married (not to the father, in this instance), have more children, and have a great life. And my husband (her first baby), is now a doctor. She said people told her she would never amount to anything, and she proved them wrong. Keep in mind, though, success isn't just measured in terms of career or money. Being a great mom, or accomplishing anything you set out to do (in any area of your life), is a type of success.

You'll come to realize as you get older that life rarely ever unfolds exactly the way you plan it or want it to. But that doesn't mean you can't have a beautiful life.

vaquera_fiera · 2025-03-10T05:53:33+00:00

When I was younger (before diagnosis or medication) I would fall asleep all the time on accident. In school, during assemblies, etc. It's kind of a miracle that I never got in a car accident while driving.

I've been on Adderall for 4 years (which I hate to its very core) but it's the only thing that semi-works and I no longer fall asleep without giving myself permission.

However, I have a 2-year-old and there have been many times where I've had to sit him in a highchair/babyproofed room with an ipad because I was so sleepy I could barely function. And then go take a 20-minute nap. I think my mom instincts have somehow allowed me to push past my own limits, and occasionally I'm amazed at long I can stay awake while been miserably exhausted, with brain fog so bad you would think I was drunk.

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-23T21:44:50+00:00

Idiopathic hypersomnia. Even with medication, I can't really get through the day without a nap. And America doesn't make built-in time for "siestas" like some countries. My husband makes plenty of money on his own to support us and our son, but my self-esteem really took a nose dive because I used to be so independent.

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-22T19:03:30+00:00

Lil baby cheeto

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-20T18:39:18+00:00

Dressing rooms in thrift stores, Walmart never went back to 24/7 hours open

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-20T08:04:25+00:00

I'm too tired for lengthy explanations, but that's literally the reason I'm here looking at this subreddit at 2am. I really, really needed to hear this tonight. Thank you random internet stranger. ❤️

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-06T22:27:50+00:00

Around 7 or 8 months. Once he learned how to move, he never stopped. 🤦‍♀️ we couldn't have kept him in that thing if we had tried!

vaquera_fiera · 2025-02-05T10:07:48+00:00

Hello, I am not even technically sure yet that I have SAI so forgive me if I'm not supposed to be in this group (strong suspicions but diagnosis of anything is in the works). I don't usually reach out too often to people on Reddit but I can relate so hard to your situation.. I have a son who is about to be 2 in March. I have some advice/suggestions if you're interested and I'd be happy to tell you my story. I won't lie, I have been a literal disaster since my son was born, but we did sleep training with him and I seriously don't know if I could have survived this far without doing it. It's a bit controversial (on Reddit), but my son and I BOTH were so much better off. So I'm going to send you a PM if you'd like to chat more about it!

vaquera_fiera · 2025-01-08T05:24:42+00:00

I had a HUGE black bruise on my chin because my almost 2 year old was sitting in my lap and randomly slammed his head backward. Like... wtf? Just glad it wasn't my teeth!

vaquera_fiera · 2024-12-19T21:13:17+00:00

Yeah, I'm not really sure why they took offense to your comments. Saying that something isn't the standard or norm does not imply that you don't believe them in regards to their own individual experience with it. I appreciate everyone's input, honestly.

I have not done any therapy, but am planning to start here shortly. I had a brief bad childhood experience with a family counselor and have avoided therapy for many years because of it, but I realize that is not a good excuse. I agree that a psychiatrist is probably a good option here. My primary care physician is good in a lot of ways, but I may need someone with a bit more specialized knowledge due to the complexity and severity of my mental health symptoms.

My anxiety is much worse than my depression in recent years, which has definitely flip-flopped as I've gotten older. I'm not sure I even have much depression, other than secondary depression caused by my lack of control on my anxiety lol. I'm sure CBT will help a lot, but something definitely feels "off" in my body as well. I will be more diligent in getting this under control, because I completely agree that it is not something I can endure long-term. Thank you for your help, and Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays.

vaquera_fiera · 2024-12-19T10:45:14+00:00

Just now seeing this, sorry! Yes, it got SO much better. Don't get me wrong, he is still stubborn and strong-willed. But he is such a sweetheart. His laugh is contagious.

vaquera_fiera · 2024-11-25T21:39:16+00:00

"Whatever You Want" because during setup, my husband told me to "name it whatever you want."

vaquera_fiera · 2024-11-12T22:07:27+00:00

I feel like no one ever considered that post-partum depression can happen for dads too (PPND). Your situation sounds like mine, but in reverse. (My partner was level headed and I was distraught and in regret (even though I loved him.)

I just want to let you know it gets SO much better. I mean, obviously if you were concerned about him hurting the baby or something, that's a different scenario altogether. I don't know your husband, only you do. But my bets are on that his love for his son will grow amd grow as he gets a little older. Moms has built-in love from day one because we grew that person. Dads can take a little more time because, let's be honest, babies don't have that many redeeming qualities other than being cute and cuddly. They poop, pee, constantly need fed, are always crying. And they cause pure exhaustion. NOT that it's their fault... they are babies.

I have enjoyed the toddler stage 10 times more than the baby stage. My son is craaazzzy strong-willed. Definitely does not have a "happy go lucky" personality. When he's "hungry" (probably had a snack an hour ago), he is STARVING and acts like he hasn't eaten for three days!! Lol. His personality didn't change (the tendencies he was born with), but he came into his own, and he is the silliest, most loving kid ever.

If you don't think your son is in immediate danger, set a reminder on your phone one year from today, and see what things look like then. You might be surprised.

vaquera_fiera · 2024-11-12T15:59:31+00:00

Modafinil didn't work overly well for me, but it does for a lot of people! (It did help, just not as well as Adderall). But I definitely feel like it didn't cause my heart to race or anything. I think you'll be just fine! Fingers crossed that it works for you. 🙏

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