9 yr old DS, doesn’t let me talk to DH

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LadyGillingham · 09/04/2025 22:24

He constant interrupts and tries to get the attention of one of us. DH and I work full time so we don’t get much time together. DS won’t let me speak to DH for 5 mins! DH doesn’t stop this behaviour - I think he quite enjoys the attn when 2 people are fighting for him.
It’s also quite sad that DH doesn’t prioritise talking to me. what should I do? Just stop talking to DH until he stands up for me?

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MoreChocPls · 09/04/2025 22:28

Consequences are key her from both parents

Tiswa · 09/04/2025 22:28

it is quite sad the picture you paint of your son

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LadyGillingham · 09/04/2025 22:27

I tell him. DH doesn’t back me up. Instead, he stops me mid conversation to give attention to DS!

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SouthLondonMum22 · 09/04/2025 22:27

Do you not stop the behavior?

Apricotfuzz · 09/04/2025 22:27

If you work full time it might be that your child needs your attention more than the adult, who can wait

Dramatic · 09/04/2025 22:26

This is quite bizarre, so neither of you tell your DS not to interrupt and to wait until you have finished speaking?

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