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5 months, 3 weeks ago
by Teresa

I think what i was trying to say is, it's ok to cut corners. You don't have to be supermum. My own attempts at that are foiled all the time! Hope you settle into a routine that makes life less stressful for you all.

5 months, 3 weeks ago
by Bonkersmad246

Things a lot better tonight. Tinned ravioli for tea - how nutritious, but a big favourite. Not incidents at school, cat costume and iPad and to bed on time - phew.

The child minder will only provide a snack and not a meal. I have thought about reducing my hours but this unfortunalty would not be allowed on my core days tues to thurs.

Aren't us mums left feeling guilty and less than perfect all of the time!

5 months, 3 weeks ago
by Teresa

So true bonkersmad. We continue to strive for perfection though :). Glad you had a better evening yesterday.

5 months, 2 weeks ago
by Heather

Sooooooooooo glad to hear you had a better evening, long may it reign! Don't feel guilty cutting corners. YOU are MUM and the most important person to your kids, look after yourself. x

5 months, 2 weeks ago
by Marie

Glad to hear to had a better night, dont feel guilty so much, you have got to cope each day however you can, if you get too stressed you wont cope and things can get worse, I am sure the biting and hitting will subside, it seemed to with my son as his understanding of language improved. look after yourself and good luck

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