13month DD angry as Daddy's not here?

[Dozeyland]

I have a post on here under pregnancy (I think) called "how will I cope".
Will post a link later...

Since dp hasn't been here since 2nd dec, dd has been off character, she is
Usually the most happy and content little girl. She is still that girl to some extent
But most of the past 4 days she has been very angry, grump and easily upset.

She is a cheeky, playful loving little girl but seems aggitated.

Also add she had her 13m jabs on fri, so this could be a factor? She eats well, sleeps through
(With some stirs some nights since dp has been gone)

But due to the stressful/emotional side of these circumstances, I just cry all the time.
I am 17 weeks preg too. So hormones flying. But maybe find the post about this so will make
More sense.

Maybe she is sense my sadness?

We usually go to playgroups 3 times a week and we do do a lot really, plus relax time at home
I just don't know where this sudden temperament change has come from
And I just get so cross sometimes because I can't help her.

If you are stressed and crying, she will be upset too. For her sake try and do some relaxation, breathing, walking, whatever makes you feel calmer. Or atleast save it for when she is asleep.

Its amazing what we can cope with when we have to, once you have children to be strong for.

I saw your other thread, I think it's probably a combination of sad Mummy, feeling crappy after jabs and wondering where Daddy is.

I'm sure things will get easier for you and DD - hang on in there. Every day is one day closer to having him home

Saw your other thread - really sorry to hear you are going through this

Children are resilient - your DD will accept that daddy isn't living with you at the moment and when he comes back she will accept that too.

Have to agree with Albrecht though - she is probably reacting to your mood. i know it is hard but try to put a happy face on for her. Do you have anyone who can look after her for a while so you can have a rest and a good cry?

Your DD is also reacting to the jabs I'm sure. DD was grumpy for 2 weeks after hers. Lots of cuddles for both of you will do wonders.

Don't be hard on yourself - you need to look after yourself and DD - you will get through the next 10 months and then it will be over and your family will be back together again. Get yourself a calendar and count down the days - before you know it it will be 9 months, then 8, then the baby will be here etc

You can do it!!!