Going insane.....

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Registered: 12-16-2004
Going insane.....
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Sat, 05-10-2008 - 6:59pm

I don't even really know where to begin....


My dd is almost 3 years old, and me and her father broke up about a year and a half ago (as soon as

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Registered: 06-21-2007
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 1:21am

I'm in a similar situation, with him having the fun times and me having the responsibilities. My boys are 9 and 5.


That being said, you are talking about an almost 3 yr old? She has no idea of all the issues you are bothered by. To assume that she has been "upset" for the last several months over the pregnancy is probably not possible. It's tough not to project your own frustration/irritation on to your kids, I know.


Take her to her pediatrician, lay out your concerns, and listen to their input.

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Registered: 03-15-2004
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 2:01am

I would stop telling her when exactly he is coming, so she wont be waiting ... in case he doesnt show.

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Registered: 03-15-2004
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 2:04am
The sad thing is, you may be right. The system SUCKS.

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Registered: 12-16-2004
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 2:11am
I know it seems UNLIKELY that a 3 year old would be so perceptive, and sensetive but HONESTLY she is.
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Registered: 11-23-2007
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 8:59am

There’s no doubt your daughter has a lot going on right now and it’s not surprising that she is acting more emotional. She is 3, she is probably at the “me me me, that’s mine” stage, and now she is going to have to share her daddy with another baby and the baby's mama.

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Registered: 12-16-2004
Mon, 05-12-2008 - 1:20pm

Thank you ladies soooo much for your advice!!

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