Trigger warning (child abuse). How do we cope

[Ahardmanisgoodtofind]

DD 3.5 disclosed something disturbing last night, and more this morning when (gently) questioned. I immediately rang nspcc and police and social services have been in touch.
I don't know how much I can or can't say. I'm devastated. The person involved is a family member. DD is fine in herself and physically afaik, if she hadn't have said what she said I'd never ever have considered the possibility that this could have happened.
I don't even know why I'm posting, my head is all over the place and I've cried every second the DC are out of sight.

Also thank you for the messages here and the PM's, every single one has been a huge help, I wish I could express my gratitude in more than just "thank you"

I’m sorry just as you were on a more even keel they have got back in touch for statements. My thoughts are with you and Jo

You are an amazing mum OP, it is ok and needed to break down and let it out! Even if it means crying at work

Thinking about you all today, sending love ❤️

@youmatter thank you
We've still had no news, statements were signed off early last week, but nothing since. I've started having nightmares, so I'm exhausted constantly. I feel stuck in limbo, as does Jo, at least once we know we can move on to the next step one way or another. Hopefully next week we get some sort of communication.

I hope all is well OP

Just passing! Wondering how you’re holding up and to tell you that you’re absolutely amazing!