[annarbor931]

Hi moms. My little guy has a host of delays, and he is is chronically asthmatic during winter months. I really feel a general lack of support and understanding from my spouse and extended family. Last night, we went to a birthday party, and he puked all over the place after running around like a wild man. I spent 40 min cleaning puke off the bathroom floor and walls. My husband got mad that I wanted to leave. My step-daughter is regularly embarrassed too. I do not take him out when he is coughing, despite how well he seems. He tends to cough and puke a lot. I feel left out for always staying at home, and then I feel miserable trying to take him places. What am I doing wrong?

 

[2boyzmama]

Oh mama,

, you're not doing anything wrong, THEY are!!! Your son has special needs, it shouldn't be too much for your family (particularly your immediate family) to accomodate them!!! From your short description, you're not being unreasonable...your son wasn't feeling well, of course you wanted to go home!!!

Your DSD is at an awkward age...lots of things embarass 13 year olds. But your husband should definitely be much more supportive.

BTW, I have family in Atlanta. I was born there, and two of my brothers still live there. One in Marietta, the other I can never remember the name of the town

 

[LoveChild421]

You aren't doing anything wrong. I'm sorry you aren't getting more support for your son's special needs. You might want to look into local special needs/moms support/playgroups. Check out http://www.parenttoparentofga.org/ for local groups and mentors.