Regular user 4+ yrs but first time poster. My CM died unexpectedly around 5 weeks ago after a short illness. My DS 3 has turned into a different child who constantly whinges/cries for what appears to be no reason. He is more clingy than before and refuses to spend any time with GP's and aunts unless I or his Dad are present. Everything is an issue for him or a reason to cry and it's really wearing us all down. I feel like all I do is give out at him which I pretty much do as it's draining me and DP. We explained the CM was ill and died and didn't make up any stories about heaven etc. and he seemed fine with it however the constant bad behaviour and wanting the opposite of everything just isn't normal for him and I'm not sure what to do - there doesn't seem to be much out there regarding grieving toddlers. He is quite aware for his age so I'm willing to give anything a go to make home life a little happier!!
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