I’m new to Mumsnet,I’ve lurked on a few discussions but feeling like I need some advice.
I have a ds who is 7,he’s very bright and active and we always had a great relationship.His dad walked out on me while I was pregnant and we had been together for 8 years.Its been tough at times but we have made it through, his dad has never contacted me since.
I work full time so arrange most of my leave to cover the summer hols.This year I have struggled to keep him busy.Despite trips out,play dates,a holiday which cost a fortune but which I saved for because he loves it,really everything leaves him saying ‘I’m bored’.Even during dinner time he says he’s bored.
It’s driving me crackers,I have colitis and have flare ups sometimes.Today I have struggled after a flare up during the night,I’ve been exhausted all day.Tried to do jigsaws,drawing etc with ds but his behaviour has been terrible.Constantly bored,playing up, I feel like a rubbish mum.
I have no support network because many of my friends are married and taking hols.My parents are elderly and can’t help and I have no siblings.
I’d be grateful for any advice.I have cried today through sheer exhaustion and frustration with ds,I feel terrible for wishing he’d go back to school.
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Struggling with the summer hols
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venusmay · 24/08/2019 21:22
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