I’m truly blessed to have a 2-year-old. We worked hard to conceive, and though I faced challenges early on, things have been going well overall. I’m grateful for the support around me. As a first-time mum working in education, I see how some parents struggle, so I take my role seriously. I can be hard on myself, especially now that he’s going through the “terrible twos.” At his two-year checkup, I mentioned this to the health visitor, who reassured me it’s a normal phase.
Last night, after his bath, he refused to let me cut his nails, even though they were long and he’d scratched his eye the night before. I tried everything, but eventually cut them while he cried for about 5 minutes. (I have tried it while he sleeps before anyone says that)
Afterward, a woman from across the street knocked on my door, offering “support” because she thought I was young and alone. I’m 35, and my husband was in the living room with our son, who was fine after the nail trim. I thanked her and explained, then had my husband join us at the door.
Later, I learned from several neighbors that she’d gone to them, claiming concern about my child, saying she’s a social worker. Part of me thinks it’s good she’s looking out for children but another part feels she overstepped. I’m unsure whether I should address it with her or just let it go. Thoughts? Please don’t eat me alive in the comments I genuinely am shocked and don’t know what to do - if anything.