Not sure what to think

[Amumtomyson]

If you heard from someone else that someone's child wouldn't sleep and the dad is getting frustrated and loses his temper with the child, is that ok when they are genuinely sorry and they've had a hard life and the mum has mental health issues so it's hard for everyone.

@Amumtomyson

The child was laid on the bed upset and didn't want to sleep, the adult snapped at them and aggressively picked them up and put them down on the bed sitting upright.

How did the child react?

Of course all the perfect parents pile on with shite like you shouldn't loose your temper with an 18 month old. Of course you can, you can loose your temper with a child of any age, because people are human. And everyone's assuming the op has heard this of someone else acting like this, but it may be her who has done so and is seeking advice, suggesting social services should be called is really going to help her if she's posting about herself.

I appreciate they've said the genders but it may be a change of info to real life

Not sure if this is you but if the child wont sleep can you try taking it in the car for a drive instead or walk in the buggy? Often easier to get the baby to sleep this way.

Why is this person trying to force a child to nap?

The childs safety should always trump that of the carers. Why are you making excuses for something which is obviously not settling with you? It sounds as though you have doubts - call social services and they will assess and offer help if they think its needed.

@Amumtomyson

The child was laid on the bed upset and didn't want to sleep, the adult snapped at them and aggressively picked them up and put them down on the bed sitting upright.

And they knew another adult was watching? I wonder how much further they might have gone if you hadn't been there.

This child is at risk from serious harm, surely you know that deep down, don't you?