Time to leave?

[Dumpling92]

I've been with my partner for coming up to 7 years. We have a 2 year old and things just haven't been the same since he was born. I feel so unhappy and I can't work out if I'm unhappy with my partner, or if this is just the norm when raising young children. Has anyone been through this and it's got better? Is there a way of figuring out if I should just leave?

Have you considered if you're depressed? If this has all happened after the birth of your child it might not solely be a relationship issue at all.

How supportive is he? Does he take on half the chores and childcare? Do you have equal quality sleep and rest?

If he is pulling his weight then it could possibly still be depression from the birth as pp suggests and it's best to speak to GP about that.

To try and figure out if it's him, or you, or being a parent (lack of sleep and free time) start by imaging if he left tomorrow. Relief or scared - why? Then imagine if your child was fostered. Relief or panic - why? It might help you narrow things down enough to figure out what needs changing/where you need more support. Good luck