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Bring your worries over here, the Night Shift are here to mind them.

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NaomiFromMilkShake · 11/03/2020 10:56

Starting a new thread because the old one is full, I never thought when I started it that it would a) be moved to Classics and b) help so many people.

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Frownette · 19/07/2020 03:08

@HannaYeah how's move going?

HannaYeah · 19/07/2020 08:15

@Frownette

It’s quite an adventure! Got locked out this morning and had to call a locksmith. I’m exhausted but less stressed now. 3rd night in the house and it’s getting more comfortable. I cleaned today and that helped so much. Made it feel and smell more like home.

How about you? How are you doing and are you getting settled?

Frownette · 19/07/2020 08:20

@HannaYeah oh god!! I guess you'll get a copy made and hide it outside or leave it with someone.

Didn't realise you moved exact same day as me! I've not settled as yet, the house is like a mini hotel, don't know why the landlord wanted it like this. Ah well given how stressful moving is we're doing well :)

LyraSilvertongueBelacqua · 19/07/2020 23:06

Dropping them in again tonight so they can hang around here for a while, thank you Thanks

GenuineKlatchianPottery · 20/07/2020 00:26

Signing in for the night watch and ready to take care of any worries that are plaguing you. I promise to take good care of them for you.

colouringindoors · 20/07/2020 00:35

Thank you so much you kind women.

I'm worried my back will not recover and I'll be in this much pain ongoing. I'm worried that due to divorcing ex I'll be living in poverty once children leave home (no more dla/tax credits). I'll not recover from ptsd and that I'll never have someone care about me and kiss me again.

Frownette · 20/07/2020 00:37

They will always come back and love you and kiss you.

You are safe in an an envelope of love, erase your worries and rest, we are guarding your fears

JudithGrimesHat · 20/07/2020 00:44

I’ve never posted on this thread before so I hope this is ok.

I thought I was doing ok with the current situation but it’s really getting to me.

I’m so worried about my dd. She is 10 and an only child. She is struggling so much, she says she is really lonely and has now started getting really upset. She cry’s most days and begs me to “to make it stop” because she just wants things to be normal. She tells me her head and tummy hurt. By the time school starts again in September it will have been 6 months since she’s seen any of her friends. I’m keeping her busy and planning days out over the summer but I just want to make it better for her but can’t. I’m so worried about her mental well-being, and wether she’ll be able to bounce back after this is over.

HannaYeah · 20/07/2020 00:58

@JudithGrimesHat

I’m here and so is my yellow lab. We will take your worries and mind them so you can rest now.

HannaYeah · 20/07/2020 01:00

@Frownette

How do you mean like a mini-hotel?

I haven’t sat down in days, but I’m quite happy. It’s super hot here and by noon today my brain had nearly stopped functioning! But I’m so so delighted and actually love the work that we have to put into this place.

JudithGrimesHat · 20/07/2020 01:02

@HannaYeah thank you x

Fifipop185 · 20/07/2020 01:23

Can someone hold my worries for a bit. DH is burnt out from working on front line during the pandemic and has one week left until 2 weeks of annual leave. I'm desperate for him to rest and recharge but he just can't seem to slow down. I'm listening to him struggling to sleep now. So very worried about him and so tired of trying to hold everything together.

HannaYeah · 20/07/2020 01:29

@Fifipop185

I’ve got your worries. Just rest and know that your DH is fortunate to have you by his side.

Cindersinlockdown · 20/07/2020 16:55

Sorry it’s not even really evening yet

But can someone cross their Fingers for ds
As he is in hospital and waiting for Covid results

Someone the other night left a message re missing
Family and having our own time machine in our memories

Thank you

2018SoFarSoGreat · 20/07/2020 17:31

@Cindersinlockdown I will hold your worries for your lovely DS. Poor thing. Poor you - this s such a worrying time.

Yes, that time machine is what keeps me going these days. The missing is the hardest bit, in many ways.

I've got you, for today. You just do what you must, and leave your worries with me. It's okay.

MyNameHasBeenTaken · 20/07/2020 17:36

Anybody have a huge space for a huge worry?
I think I am about to loose my house due to incompetence and lies from my agent

SpeedofaSloth · 20/07/2020 17:47

I am on leave this week, I can hold it for you tonight @MyNameHasBeenTaken

MyNameHasBeenTaken · 20/07/2020 18:12

Thanks sloth.
Please dont waste your leave though!

Love your username

LyraSilvertongueBelacqua · 21/07/2020 00:27

Dropping mine in again, I hope that's ok.

2018SoFarSoGreat · 21/07/2020 00:47

Hello @LyraSilvertongueBelacqua no worries, happy to take these from you. They've got a space right here, near the sleeping kitty. Not too near - she's a bit skittish.

You go and rest your weary self. All will be well after a good night's sleep, and what isn't, you can handle. For tonight, I've got you.

chairofindefinitestudies · 21/07/2020 00:54

Breaking years of lurking to ask if someone could hold my worries for a bit, please? They're not that big but feel heavy right now and I'd like a sleep.

2018SoFarSoGreat · 21/07/2020 01:08

@chairofindefinitestudies glad you dropped them off here. I've got them. You just leave them in my capable hands. My kitty shall corral them if they dare to try to wander home.

You just get some rest. One big sleep can make a world of difference. Nothing to worry about for now, so you just shut your eyes.

saltycat · 21/07/2020 01:15

Sorry I cannot sleep, wonderful thread and hello everyone.

My Dad and my sister (49) Died within two days of each other.

I don't think I have recovered yet from such a loss. Sorry to bring the thread down.

Frownette · 21/07/2020 01:34

[quote HannaYeah]@Frownette

How do you mean like a mini-hotel?

I haven’t sat down in days, but I’m quite happy. It’s super hot here and by noon today my brain had nearly stopped functioning! But I’m so so delighted and actually love the work that we have to put into this place.[/quote]
Oh it's brand new and sort of plush minimalist, very tasteful. I'm slowly getting used to it though.

Not the bathroom though as it has motion lights and if you're still for too long you have to wave around an arm to get the light back on.

Frownette · 21/07/2020 01:36

@saltycat

Sorry I cannot sleep, wonderful thread and hello everyone.

My Dad and my sister (49) Died within two days of each other.

I don't think I have recovered yet from such a loss. Sorry to bring the thread down.

@saltycat what a terrible loss :(

For tonight, we will take away the pain and let you rest. Sleep well and remember they are in your heart.