I just wrote a massive post about how worried/guilty I am that ds and I have lost our closeness since ds2 was born and ds1 started school (he's now in Y1) ... and now I've deleted it because it was seriously incoherent and rambly.
Basically though, I want to know what the signs are of a good/healthy parent-child relationship at this stage... or, conversely, the signs of a bad one.
My 5yo is often quite moody and prone to tears, seems FAR less eager to please than he used to be, is much less effusive about loving me than he used to be...the list goes on. I feel horribly guilty that my postnatal depression after ds2 was born might in particular have caused this, along with the fact that I feel so drained all the time dealing with my demanding toddler.
Starting to ramble again so I'll cut this short..!
Any responses very much appreciated.
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What's your bond like with your 5yo?
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starburns · 11/02/2016 22:25
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