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"Seeking Advice on How to Handle a Resentful Husband
Asked by T.M. from Norfolk
on July 15, 2009
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I would like to know if any of the stay at home moms have a husband that is resentful that he is the one at work. My husband has a very stressful job and very often h...
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- I've heard the best way to deal with a husband who has NO clue how hard it is to be a SAHM is to leave for a few days, putting the dad in charge at home. (I don't mean...
- Hi! I don't know if I have any advice that will help, but I also gave up my career to be home with my daughter. She is now 15 months, and I can tell you that going t...
- Hi T., I totally understand what you're saying. I'm also a first time SAHM who gave up my career. It sounds like both of you are totally exhausted and it is hard to co...
Problems with My Husband's Ex
Asked by J.M. from San Francisco
on May 12, 2008
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I am having some problems with how my husband's ex is raising their son. She wants to be a parent, without having to parent or have rules or structure. She really jus...
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- Maybe you and your husband should seek custody of him. His dad shouldn't be willing to stand by and watch him be raised in a negative environment. It sounds as if yo...
- I'm sorry you're having to deal with this. But I really think that your stepson will be ok - the fact that he will confess to you when he's done something wrong makes ...
- Dear J., I could tell you so many step-mom from hell stories. The whole thing ruined my marriage and I can't blame the kid. I blame my ex-husband and his first wife...
Football Season Is Here- Arg
Asked by J.S. from San Francisco
on October 5, 2008
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My husband is a big football fan, and since since his team is from the East Coast, he has to go to a bar or restaurant to watch the game.He is a grad student and I wor...
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- If you have cable or satellite you should be able to get a football package where he can see all of the games. My son get the package & he even gets his favorite colle...
- Hi J., I have been with my hubby for 22 yrs. married 18 of that. I am 36 with 2 boys. In the beginning of our married life when our first son was little I hated footb...
- Hi, J., I know where you're coming from. Been there. However everyone needs some me time even if family time is very short. This of course especially includes you....
Adopted Children
Asked by M.G. from Phoenix
on February 7, 2008
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I and my husband adopted 5 children, not but one did we get from birth, 2 days old, but the feelings not being any different between each child but have experienced so...
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- HUGS to you M., First I want to let you know that adopting has nothing to do with what you are going through. I did not adopt and am going through the same thing w...
- I think you should call these kids every day, have them all over for dinner on a Sunday, ALL of them, tell them all what you told us, how your their mother, you worry ...
- Its a good thing im not her mom because i would go there with a bat and bruise him up so good.....You are doing the right thing..You daughter will leave him someday..I...
Help with 4 Year Old Who Is Jealous of New Baby
Asked by J.C. from Los Angeles
on May 8, 2008
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Hi-- we just brought home our new daughter (we just adopted her) who is 10 months old. We're having some issues with our ds (who was previously so excited to have a ba...
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- it's just going to take time for everyone to adjust, there isn't a magic fix it. When the baby is sleeping, devote all that time to your son. Your house may be a mes...
- I just need to say that you sound like one incredible mom. Happy Mother's Day. JK
- It's important that he socialises and gets time with other children at the age of 4 plus so I would have him in a good pre school 3 -5 mornings per week, at least, and...
Expecting Mom Looking for a Book for Expecting Other Half
Asked by D.P. from San Francisco
on May 14, 2009
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(I've explained myself and situation in a little detail in the "what happended" part. Have gotten some great advice so far, but I think that some of it has been more ...
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- The bottom line......MEN DON'T GET IT!!! Unless there is a TV wrapped around it or whatever they're into, they don't put effort into things like we do. That's just t...
- Wow, maybe you should share your letter with your husband. You did a very good job expressing yourself. I would also suggest that you take your husband to your next O...
- My husband really enjoyed the Expectant Father and the New Father by Armin Brott. They both had sections for "what your baby is doing" and "what your partner may be e...
Need Help with Resentful Teen Daughters
Asked by G.S. from Austin
on March 12, 2007
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Wanted: Mother who's been there and done that & who's made it out alive!! I've just learned that my daughters really resent me and my poor choices in my past marriag...
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- I can't give you foolproof advice, but talking to them does more than you will know, and trying to show them what a strong person you are now can never hurt. women ha...
- Listen, it's not just resentment towards your choice about your ex. It's also not just them trying to heal. It also has to do with being teenage girls. I know....be...
- I haven't been there yet, but I can say that they sound like typical teenagers to me. I do have experience in counseling. The best thing you can do is just let them ...
Feeling Disconnected with Husband for past Few Months
Asked by E.G. from Kalamazoo
on May 21, 2008
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I am feeing very distant from my husband lately and it's really making me frustrated. His job has been keeping him very busy, and he seems to throw himself fully into...
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- I'm sure your husband is feeling disconnected with you too. If you're breastfeeding and doing all of the child care, then what time do you have for him? When does he...
- I doubt it will make you feel better that its not uncommon. I've experienced that and many friends have, too. In general, men are single purpose driven, and he may not...
- E., I am so sorry. I had a similar issue when we moved to our current house. I had to quit my job and was staying at home and was harboring some resentment. I re...
Stay at Home Dad
Asked by M.I. from Philadelphia
on February 1, 2007
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I am currently on maternity leave with our 3rd little girl. I go back to work March 1st and my husband will be staying home with the kids (8, 5, and 7 weeks). I am l...
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- DEAR M. YOU SOUND LIKE A BEAUTIFUL PERSON WITH ALOT OF RESPONSIBILITIES. YOUR CHILDREN AND BROTHER AND SISTER ARE VERY LUCKY TO HAVE YOU. AND YOU ARE VERY LUCKY TO HAV...
- Hi M., my husband is a stay at home dad. I really didn't want to come back to work, but being a federal government worker, the money and benefits were too hard to wal...
- Hi this is K.'s husband Ben and I was a stay at home dad for 6 months with our 2 1/2 and 4 year old. It was great at first but sadly enough turned into a nightmare. i ...
7 Yr Old Is Scared Constantly and Wont Sleep Through the Night
Asked by C.G. from Austin
on February 4, 2009
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My 7 yr old is always scared and wakes me up constantly at night. He used to sleep with me but now has his own bedroom(shares it with 4 yr old stepbrother) as of about...
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- Hi C.- When I was little I watched The Wizard of Oz and was scared of the witch and the flying monkeys. I remember my mother sat down with me and had me tell her t...
- Is he scared of the dark? Do you have a nightlight or maybe let him leave the light on? Maybe leave his door open at night. Just some suggestions.
- First of all, I have a 7 y.o. that is always scared, too. Can't stand to be in the house, or a room, alone, sometimes. I have told him he has to follow me around, not ...
