Grieving Like a Mother
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Tuesday 26 May 2026 15:45:02 GMT
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ChrissyK69&2weiners :
Ok so I’m gonna weigh in… firstly I think you have to let him have those moments and be there to help him navigate through them. ( which is exactly what you did ). Kids act up or out for a whole host of reasons. Your son’s reason is very obvious. You did everything right in my opinion. I wouldn’t have left the first time either. You pulled aside and validated his feelings and you gave him an opportunity to get back out there. There was no way for you to know how that would have played out. Taking him home immediately doesn’t give him the chance to self correct and move on. You took home after the second incident and you let him express his feelings. You made him feel validated while also holding him accountable. You are actively trying to help him deal with the anger , sadness, frustrated etc. Don’t be so hard on yourself. This is a very difficult situation and it doesn’t come with a simple , one size fits all solution. You did great momma. 🥰❤️
2026-05-26 18:05:11
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Puanani :
As a child, I lost 2 siblings. I struggled through my grief and acted out in every way possible. I didn't understand why life was so dysfunctional until I started going to therapy as an adult.
2026-05-26 16:02:10
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user1714980624512 :
This could have very easily just been a hard parenting moment—these things absolutely happen. But because you’re so in tune with your son, I do believe his anger and frustration are coming from his circumstances. If you’re questioning yourself, I want to say this: you did the right thing. I would have given him a second chance too, especially in your situation. Unfortunately, the world isn’t going to give him a pass because he’s carrying a burden no 8-year-old should ever have to bear. If negative behaviors aren’t addressed, he risks growing up believing there are no consequences. At the same time, he’s only 8. How is he supposed to know how to process feelings that many adults struggle to understand? Sometimes there simply have to be firm, consistent boundaries while still recognizing the pain that’s driving the behavior. I also applaud the honest conversation you had with him afterward. Give yourself some grace—you were trying to balance compassion with accountability, and that’s not easy. From everything you’ve shared, you’re doing an incredible job under unimaginable circumstances and he's doing the best he can and hopefully therapy will help him with better coping strategies.
2026-06-19 22:06:33
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CassFoz :
“It’s easier to be angry than sad” Woof that’s powerful and so true. 🩷
2026-05-26 19:19:42
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WordGirl 🇨🇦 :
He’s going to be angry, Deanna. It is too much for anyone to manage, never mind a kiddo. Deep breath. Keep doing what you are doing: therapy, consistency, love and time. 🦋❤️
2026-05-26 23:26:35
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nursezee :
You’re learning. He’s learning. You’re letting him be. You’re an amazing, AMAZING MOM!!!!! These conversations are so important. You’re doing everything you can do!!! You only know what you know!!! ❤️hugs to you and your family 🥹❤️❤️❤️
2026-05-26 16:50:14
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Diane :
He is growing up and learning but you are also a mom who’s learning. We are never gonna get it right all the time no matter what has happened in our lives. Next time you will recognize the signs and you will know better. We are all just living and learning no matter how old our children become. ❤️
2026-05-26 16:36:56
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Izz :
You’re such a good Mom ❤️I hope you know that.
2026-05-26 17:48:34
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Nanak :
It’s so hard to know when to call it. Esp for you in this new territory ❤️❤️❤️
2026-05-26 17:40:46
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LaurSnet :
Hindsight is 20/20 and we as parents - and grieving parents especially - are doing the best we can. You’re doing amazing. “Embarrassed, sympathetic and sad” is something that truly resonated with me ❤️💔
2026-05-26 18:51:39
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greatmomof3 :
You are a great mother, please do not feel badly about this, things happen with kids, you handled this beautifully and you are a great mother.
2026-05-26 22:38:51
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Cindy Joy :
You are such a great Mom!
2026-05-26 22:50:35
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user6788970101616 :
Mama, I can’t tell you how perfectly you handled your son. When my youngest was overstimulated and acted out, I would remove her from the situation, and tell her, as a mother sometimes I have to quiet your world because you can’t see that you need it. Please give yourself some grace. You are handling things perfectly!!!!!
2026-06-11 00:50:56
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user1877739183717 :
As parents , we do the best for the time being . Please don’t beat yourself up! it is so hard when both the parent and the child are struggling , and the husband ! I’m sure it’s an everyday struggle ♥️…
2026-05-26 19:15:29
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Gma11 :
You did good mama you gave him the chance to be a 8yr old and even if that meant acting up a bit and then you knew when you had to say ok this is not acceptable and took him out of the situation and then talked to him so he can tell you how he feels you are a good mom and doing the best you can navigating your new life
2026-05-26 20:49:46
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The Clout Club :
That must be sooo hard to do
2026-06-19 15:00:04
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Elle🇱🇧✨ :
I wish I could give you the biggest hug right now 🫂💔
2026-05-26 16:07:42
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Dawneegirl2003🌼 :
The layers of pain that you are enduring is unimaginable. Sending you so much love , support and strength 💜
2026-05-26 16:21:10
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VeraG :
Parenting is hard under normal situations. The difficulty gets escalated with grief … you are doing a wonderful job and your son is lucky to have you 💕 I love your openness with him and love that he feels comfortable to talk to you about how he is feeling. Please be kind to yourself your doing a great job ❤️
2026-05-26 20:34:00
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Marie Dilorenzo Catalfamo :
Your the best mom love you my heart breaks
2026-05-27 00:15:13
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Jen :
You are the Mom he needs to help him navigate this. Hugs!♥️
2026-05-27 01:04:31
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Lisamarie_367 :
Parenting is so hard even with no grief! Deanna you are doing the best you can and Gio will have a great life because you are a great mom 🥰
2026-05-26 16:43:42
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Jerseygirl19 🫧 🌊 🐚 :
You’re doing the best you can under the circumstances 💙💙 thinking of you and your family often
2026-05-26 20:55:43
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Rachael :
You are an amazing mother.
2026-05-26 17:17:38
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