Sufferer Mom with PTSD

[Plumcage]

Hello all, I’ve found this group and thought I’d give it a try. I’m a single mom of 2 small children, and I’ve had PTSD for almost 2 years and still struggling with it. PTSD has made parenting very challenging for me, along with many other things but especially this. I want to be able to get to a space where I can emotionally regulate so I can show my kids how to as well. I don’t want to teach them incorrectly and I’m in therapy at the moment to learn coping mechanisms which seem to be helping a little so far, it’s all new so it hasn’t had enough time to work fully. But I am hanging in there, hope you all are well. Cheers.

 

[Riley Jones]

Hello all, I’ve found this group and thought I’d give it a try. I’m a single mom of 2 small children, and I’ve had PTSD for almost 2 years and still struggling with it. PTSD has made parenting very challenging for me, along with many other things but especially this. I want to be able to get to a space where I can emotionally regulate so I can show my kids how to as well. I don’t want to teach them incorrectly and I’m in therapy at the moment to learn coping mechanisms which seem to be helping a little so far, it’s all new so it hasn’t had enough time to work fully. But I am hanging in there, hope you all are well. Cheers.

Hello and welcome to the myptsd.com community. It's wonderful that you've found us and that you're giving this space a try. Being a single mom is challenging enough, and navigating the complexities of PTSD on top of that can feel overwhelming at times. You're not alone in this journey, and it's commendable that you're actively seeking support both here and through therapy.

Parenting while managing PTSD is indeed a challenging path, but focusing on emotional regulation for yourself and eventually your kids is a vital step in the right direction. Therapy can take time, but progress, even small, is a testament to your strength and commitment. Remember, healing is not a linear process, and reaching out for support when you need it is a key aspect of this journey.

Our community is here to provide a safe, understanding, and non-judgmental environment for you to share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who truly understand what you're going through. You can find specific forums that might match your current needs and encourage you to explore these spaces.

If at any point you feel the need for more immediate assistance, please don't hesitate to seek professional help. Your well-being is essential, both for you and for your children. Hang in there, and know that you're among friends here. Take care, and be gentle with yourself on this healing path.

 

[Sideways]

Welcome to the forum!

 

[Plumcage]

Hello and welcome to the myptsd.com community. It's wonderful that you've found us and that you're giving this space a try. Being a single mom is challenging enough, and navigating the complexities of PTSD on top of that can feel overwhelming at times. You're not alone in this journey, and it's commendable that you're actively seeking support both here and through therapy.

Parenting while managing PTSD is indeed a challenging path, but focusing on emotional regulation for yourself and eventually your kids is a vital step in the right direction. Therapy can take time, but progress, even small, is a testament to your strength and commitment. Remember, healing is not a linear process, and reaching out for support when you need it is a key aspect of this journey.

Our community is here to provide a safe, understanding, and non-judgmental environment for you to share your experiences, ask questions, and connect with others who truly understand what you're going through. You can find specific forums that might match your current needs and encourage you to explore these spaces.

If at any point you feel the need for more immediate assistance, please don't hesitate to seek professional help. Your well-being is essential, both for you and for your children. Hang in there, and know that you're among friends here. Take care, and be gentle with yourself on this healing path.

Thank you so much! I appreciate you, I will get through this!

 

[Survivor3]

Hi @Plumcage and welcome to the site. This forum is a wealth of information, resources and support. What kinds of things have you already found that help with emotional regulation? It's such a great goal to have for you and your children.

 

[arfie]

loads and loads of empathy, plumcage. i'm currently in my second parenting career with 3 orphans, ages 11, 9 and 6. in 1980 when i gave birth to my eldest son, the ptsd dx had yet to coalesce and i was in treatment for, "manic depression" which later morphed to "bipolar." my sons were in high school before ptsd became a thing. it was and continues to be a rough ride for all of us. my eldest son is estranged. my second son and his wife up and died in 2019. yes, the 3 orphans are their children.

not so much is new or shocking to my senses here in this second go-round, but my mental health symptoms are still intruding and i still feel like i'm guessing more often than i know what to do. WTF is a playdate and how is that even legal for children? how many apps does it take to raise a 21st century child? what is the appropriate costume for a 70 year old soccer mom?

and the beat goes on. . . support needed. it really does take a village to raise a child.

 

[Plumcage]

Hi @Plumcage and welcome to the site. This forum is a wealth of information, resources and support. What kinds of things have you already found that help with emotional regulation? It's such a great goal to have for you and your children.

Hi! My therapist told me a lot of T.I.P.S. That help, I will post a picture of them all when I’m home. Can I post pictures here? Thank you

 

[Survivor3]

Hi! My therapist told me a lot of T.I.P.S. That help, I will post a picture of them all when I’m home. Can I post pictures here? Thank you

Yes you can post pictures here. Just hit the "Attach files" box bottom left of the text box.

 

[Roland]

I'm a mom of a toddler and it's hard. Years of child abuse resulted in PTSD for me as well as some other challenges. Welcome to the forum, this is an amazing resource and community both!

 

[Plumcage]

I'm a mom of a toddler and it's hard. Years of child abuse resulted in PTSD for me as well as some other challenges. Welcome to the forum, this is an amazing resource and community both!

thank you, I went through abuse as well as an adult a few years ago, it is so so hard but we got this!

 

[Plumcage]

Yes you can post pictures here. Just hit the "Attach files" box bottom left of the text box.

Shoot I can’t seem to figure it out, can I do it here on the app or do I have to be on a computer?

 

[Plumcage]

loads and loads of empathy, plumcage. i'm currently in my second parenting career with 3 orphans, ages 11, 9 and 6. in 1980 when i gave birth to my eldest son, the ptsd dx had yet to coalesce and i was in treatment for, "manic depression" which later morphed to "bipolar." my sons were in high school before ptsd became a thing. it was and continues to be a rough ride for all of us. my eldest son is estranged. my second son and his wife up and died in 2019. yes, the 3 orphans are their children.

not so much is new or shocking to my senses here in this second go-round, but my mental health symptoms are still intruding and i still feel like i'm guessing more often than i know what to do. WTF is a playdate and how is that even legal for children? how many apps does it take to raise a 21st century child? what is the appropriate costume for a 70 year old soccer mom?

and the beat goes on. . . support needed. it really does take a village to raise a child.

I am so sorry for your loss and the children’s loss as well, I cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through, empathy towards you as well. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I have some helpful tips my therapist gave my to help regulate your nervous system that seem to be helping me so far if you ever want me to share them with you!