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Sick child and feeling isolated

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NE1else · 18/11/2023 16:03

My youngest has been sick through the night, I have sole custody and work full time and feel pretty exhausted. Today I was meant to be meeting friends and their kids and seeing family laster. Instead I'm at home with DS ( DD asked to go to her grans instead ) All my family are still getting together and I'm heartbroken. I don't think they get how lonely it can be on your own. I'm torn between wanting to go to my parents to see everyone with my little one or doing the sensible thing and staying at home. He's currently asleep while I feel sorry for myself. Am I being selfish?

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MyFuckRationsAreDepleated · 18/11/2023 16:05

You’re doing the right thing staying at home but it’s ok to feel upset and sad about it. Can you treat yourself to a good film and a takeaway or something to make it nicer?

NE1else · 18/11/2023 16:10

Thank you, I will put the kettle on and choose a film :) Im sure I can still have a nice time. I've told my family I'm a bit lonely at the moment.

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