So my situation is maybe a bit unique to this board, and I wanted to be sure it's ok for me to be here for the next several months. You see, my H is going to be out of country for about 4-5 months, so I'll be a single parent in practice.
Either way, I would love it if you guys had any tips, advice, or suggestions you'd be willing to share for managing being a single working parent with an infant.
Post by ontherock2012 on Jul 12, 2015 16:36:27 GMT -5
Solo parenting is difficult no matter what the circumstances. All of us have different stories. Divorced, soon to be divorced, single with a partner, and without. Single parent by choice. We're not as active as other boards but I'm sure we'll help and commiserate wherever we can. Welcome.
Post by freezorburn on Jul 13, 2015 1:10:11 GMT -5
Yes, welcome! It does tend to be a bit quiet here, but we are very supportive. And inclusive, I think. If it helps you to hang out here, I say why not.
I see no issue with offering advice to someone who will logistically be a single parent. Just remember that this board will have certain sensitivities. So, don't be crazy insensitive and we should be fine!
I see no issue with offering advice to someone who will logistically be a single parent. Just remember that this board will have certain sensitivities. So, don't be crazy insensitive and we should be fine!
No plans for being insensitive here!
I really just need to figure out the routine of being a single parent because tonight was a complete shit show. DD started bawling the second I laid her down to sleep. She'd been so needy since getting back from daycare--even more than usual. I just feel so physically and mentally exhausted and it's only been one day.
Post by freezorburn on Jul 14, 2015 3:09:15 GMT -5
Yeah, it's tough when there isn't another parent around to give you a break or just help switch up the dynamic in a difficult interaction. It may take some trial and error to figure out what works for you. And some nights are just going to be hard.
DS is always throwing new challenges at me for bedtime routine, keeps me on my toes trying to keep evenings going smoothly!
IT is all about routine for me. When it was just me and DD I did everything in my power to keep the routine the same. I am not usually a person who sticks to a strict schedule, but it made thing easier is DD knew what was coming next and she would be easier to put to bed.
Post by 20thirteen on Jul 14, 2015 12:57:50 GMT -5
My DD flips out when my BF leaves (we don't live together, he's over 3-4 days/week), making bedtime a dreaded activity. Which I find odd since she doesn't even want him to put her to bed anyway... Is there a special toy that your DH gave your DD? Something she can bring to bed with her? Not sure if that would help, but it doesn't hurt to try.
My DD flips out when my BF leaves (we don't live together, he's over 3-4 days/week), making bedtime a dreaded activity. Which I find odd since she doesn't even want him to put her to bed anyway... Is there a special toy that your DH gave your DD? Something she can bring to bed with her? Not sure if that would help, but it doesn't hurt to try.
I didn't think of that. I'll have to see. Right now she just seems to be unaware that he will be gone a while. She kept looking over to his side of the bed this morning, though.
Post by saltypearl on Jul 16, 2015 22:06:27 GMT -5
There is a long and involved history, but basically she's BSC and used a different computer to dodge 1 ban, and a 2nd ban and bragged about it. So she can't come here or anywhere else on TCF.
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