So lately things haven't been going well between DSD and I. About 18 months ago things were great between us. We got on really well (as much as one can with a 4 year old), we had fun and I enjoyed spending time with her. But our relationship has been gradually going downhill and I think we've hit rock bottom. She's 5 and has the worst temper tantrums I've ever seen and I don't handle it too well. I have depression and anxiety and find it really hard to deal with. A few months ago my mental health hit rock bottom, DSD who's now almost 6 was having lots of temper tantrums and I snapped and shouted at her. Over the next few weeks then, she would have a temper tantrum, I would end up shouting and the whole situation got worse. I feel awful! I'm meant to be the adult and I know I royally fucked up (lots). I think she's scared of me and that's awful. Every time I ask her to do anything ( like really simple things) she has a meltdown and starts shouting. I don't know how to rebuild the relationship where do we even go from here?
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How do I rebuild our relationship? I royally fucked up!
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SadSM · 28/08/2017 14:32
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