Something is always happening to my son. I feel like I am incompetent sometimes, am I alone?
2006-11-22 14:39:49 · 9 answers · asked by sks26 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
you are not alone. no one has perfect children and no one parenting skills are perfect. people pretend they are so you can envy them but no one is perfect
2006-11-22 14:48:41 · answer #1 · answered by jumiboo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you are not alone. Boys are constantly getting into things and pushing the limits. Things happen to kids all the time, even though we try to be as protective as possible. It is a part of growing up. (broken bones, stitches, bicycle wrecks, etc.)
As long as you try to teach your son that these things can happen and he needs to be more careful, things will work out.
Every child is different, every one has a different personality, they learn at different rates, they grow at different rates, some are easy to keep up with, while others are more difficult.
We just have to do the best we can by teaching them what we learned growing up.
Just remember, we all feel like bad parents at some point, and if we went around thinking what perfect parents we are all the time, then we would be lying to ourselves.
Don't doubt yourself.
I wish you the best of luck with your son.
2006-11-22 23:55:01 · answer #2 · answered by sylvrrain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I feel like a bad mother when I lose patience with my extremely independent 3 year old. My 14 year old is a breeze to handle, but I just feel like I'm doing something wrong because I lose patience with someone I love so much it hurts. But it only lasts a few minutes and after I breathe deeply for a bit, it works out.
2006-11-22 22:59:56 · answer #3 · answered by ihave5katz 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not alone! I always felt like I could not measure up and it didn't help that my parents reinforced that belief!
They wanted me to spank I don't believe in spanking........
Well My son's turned out just fine! But yes I felt like a bad mother. I tried the best way I knew how.
2006-11-22 22:44:50 · answer #4 · answered by Pamela V 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I want you to know you are NOT ALONE!!! I feel the same way... my son is fine at school and stuff, but at home its like the devil takes over him, and he doesnt listen to a word ne one says, sometimes he can be soooo sweet, but im telling oyu sometimes i feel like pulling my hairs out, sometimes i have to argue with him to do something, likecleaning up or putting his stuff away, etc... your not alone!!
2006-11-22 22:49:23 · answer #5 · answered by Romy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! I don't know you but I have a feeling you're a great mom! I have a 7yro and I OFTEN feel the same way! I believe most moms do feel this way from time to time!! VERY NORMAL!!
Have wonderful holidays with your precious son
Christine
2006-11-22 22:59:28 · answer #6 · answered by submissive48d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have felt like a bad mom before too. its all a part of parenting.My kids are now 21 and 18,and they turned out pretty decent,and they actually fill me in on their lives.
2006-11-22 22:50:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its an awful feeling isnt it, yes it happens but all mothers can do is their best . we cant protect them 24/ 7 even though we try. yes i have felt that way but you must care or you wouldnt have asked.
2006-11-22 22:42:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I often find myself feeling that way. It is so normal.
2006-11-22 22:44:24 · answer #9 · answered by blue_6670 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋