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That's it, I'm done - I'm putting him up for adoption


Schnoogly wrote: You all think I'm kidding...I think I'm only half kidding. He is driving me nuts. So whiny, clingy, won't sleep, doesn't want to be held OR play on the floor or do anything. When I go get the laundry he cries. When I change his diaper he cries. When he can't reach a toy he cries. When I hold him I have to be moving. If I sit down he cries. He doesn't let me sleep for more than an hour at a time. I'm serious, he woke up about every 30-40 minutes last night. We even gave him a bottle and more motrin and it did nothing. I'm so tired. I just can't do this anymore. I just got him to take a nap after an hour of trying. I ordered a new exercise ball but it won't be here until Monday. I don't know if I can last that long. He is teething really bad I know and Motrin isn't working. I wish those stupid teeth would just come in already. This weekend (long car trip to the wedding) is going to be so awful if they don't come in. I don't know how we'll get through it.

I'm actually looking forward to putting him in daycare. How awful is that? What awful mom actually looks forward to putting her baby in daycare?? I think they just have to be more patient than me. Anyone would be more patient than me. I spend at least half the day completely angry with him. I'm ready to just put him in his crib and leave.
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I'm just so upset right now. Wasn't 2 heart surgeries enough for us? Why does he have to be so difficult on top of that?

maliksmommy replied: I am so sorry that you are having such a hard time, I would feel the exact same way I think if I was in the same position as you. It can't be easy. Is there someone that can come watch him for a couple of hours so you can have some time to yourself? It sounds like you not getting the time that you need for yourself is making it worse. I wish I could come over to your house and help grouphug.gif If you have to put him in his crib for a few minutes while you regain your sanity there is nothing wrong with that. I hope things get better soon, I am so sorry!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ediep replied: I am so sorry that you have to deal with this...I know that Jason has his days and I feel like that, but I can't imagine how hard it is everyday!

It sounds like you need a break, is there someone who can come over to hold him for a while so you can go out or even just rest?

Schnoogly replied: Nope, all my friends and family live at least 45 min away. And I make DH come home early several times a week as it is (plus I go to work 2 afternoons a week)

Thanks though.

Kaitlin'smom replied: I to wish I could come over and help you out! I had days like that I cant imagine going through that everyday! grouphug.gif You deffinalty need some rest! Dont feel bad about wanting to put him in daycare it will be good for both of you, and if you have to put him in his crib and go to the fathest part of the house and sit for a while, just take a breather.

mckayleesmom replied: Its too bad someone couldn't come watch him for an hour or so, even if it just means you can go sit in the front yard and relax. He probably sences how frustrated you are getting and its making it worse. There is nothing wrong with thinking you might need to put him in daycare. Sometimes it takes other people for him to be around to make him calm down. Maybe a little seperation a day is good for him cause he knows how frustrated you are. Hugs to you,,,hope he calms down soon. Maybe you can go for a walk and hope he falls asleep.

MommyToAshley replied: Oh Steph, I am so sorry you are going through this. I get really frustrated when Ashley has bad days too... I feel like a bad Mom because nothing I do works. But, I couldn't imagine going through that all the time. You have had some special circumstances to deal with... I just couldn't imagine. You deserve a break.. .you need a break. Daycare will be a good thing for both of you!

As for the teething, have you tried Children's Advil? My Ped recommended it for teething over anything else and it seems to help Ashley a little when she is teething. It might be worth a try!

I hope he starts feeling better and you both get some rest!
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Hillbilly Housewife replied: I feel for you...it must be so hard!

I am teething at the moment (wisdom teeth) and they HURT!!!!!!!!!!! My whole right lower jaw is so swollen, I can't even clamp my teeth shut. I put some ice in a cloth, and put it against y face, it helped a bit. maybe layer ice with LOTS of cloth, or a cold wet cloth on his cheeks will help? I also use children's tylenol for Zach's really really bad days of teething....thankfully, they're not that often...

Is there a neighbourhood kid you could give a couple bucks to to come over for a little while? Even if you're still in the house...it mnay help knowing that someome ELSE is bouncing Iain around while you get some rest or take a bath or whatever....?

I agree with the others that babies can sense moods.... so it wouldn,t be a bad idea to put him down somehwere and walk away for 10 or 15 minutes... heck I'ce done it lots of times. biggrin.gif

supermom replied: Oh, Steph - I am soooo sorry that you are going thru this - and I too wish I could come over and help you out!! I can't offer much more advice, other than a great big grouphug.gif or several of them for that matter..... grouphug.gif grouphug.gif grouphug.gif grouphug.gif grouphug.gif

MomofTay&Sam replied: Steph I am so sorry for you! AND I really mean it when I say I know how you feel. My times of trouble are much much lessor than yours but I can imagine how you feel. I for one think you are a way cool mom and have the patience of a saint! Look what you have been thru and your still going like a champ! I really don't have any advice because you have already tried it all. The car trip might be a good thing, they sleep and eat and just sit! With our car Sammy is still facing back so he looks out the window and just watches everything. I am sending you some stay strong vibes and please please please pop thru teeth vibes!! I think your son has such a tight bond with you since the surgerys that he just cant bare to be w/o you.

Heather replied: AWW sweetie! I am so sorry it is tough! Ali was tough through all her teething too...wish I could offer some advice though...Just some hugs!!

Try alternating Motrin and tylenol...for some reason they say that helps a little more. Also, are you using orajel? I am amazed how well it worked for Alison...I rubbed it on her gums with her little rubber toothbrush.

If it is really bad maybe he has an ear infection?

Hopefully, he is feeling better soon, so you can get some rest!!

Kirstenmumof3 replied: :grouphugs: Oh Stephanie! I can really sympathise with you! My first DD was like that always so clingy, crying all the time and wanting to be held and rocked all the time! I'm so sorry you are going through this! You are not a horrible mom for wanting to put him in DayCare! You love your son very much, but having a high needs baby is hard! I wish I could come and give you a hand! Is there someone you can call that can take him for an hour or two so you can get some rest or just be by yourself? You need to take care of yourself! It will not hurt him if you just put him down in his crib and step outside or into the shower for a few minutes just to collect yourself! Be kind to yourself! grouphug.gif

Mommieto2Girls replied: I wish you lived close to me, I would be right over. Maybe call a neighbor or friend to help you out for a little while. There is nothing wrong with putting him in his crib and getting away for a little while. You are a great mom and you do have alot of patience to have delt with everything you have already been through. When DH gets home go lay in the tub for a couple of hours. biggrin.gif It'll all get better don't worry. grouphug.gif grouphug.gif grouphug.gif

MamaMartie replied: {{{Stephanie}}}} You aren't awful. You're human. We all have days were we wonder what we were thinking when we decided to have children. It will get easier. But what you need is a full nights sleep and a day out of the house. Is there any way you can get those 2 things? I promise that having some sleep and some time alone will do wonders for your mood.
Good luck and hang in there!


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