Am I More Fragile Now?

That's normal teenage behavior, and it will change! My oldest was the worst teenager ever, and there were times I actually despised him!! Now he's going to turn 21 in a month, he's been living on his own for 2 years, and he's the sweetest kid ever. He will text me goodnight, tell me he loves me... Not a lot, I mean he's not a mama's boy, but just enough to make it special. I have 2 more teenagers in the house now, and 2 that have yet to hit their teenage years. Seeing how my oldest turned out is all I need to get me through the tough days.

No, its not you, its not him either, its his age. Our son went thru that at 17, and I really disliked that time period in his life. But remember........this too shall pass.

Losing your son is definitely the worse thing a parent can go through. Hopefully, what your other son is only dealing with some teenage stuff, but that doesn't mean it's not hard to go through. I hope things get easier. I'm sure you'll get through this.

No, your are not more fragile, but do not feel too down, it is his age. This moment will pass and he will be again your sweet son.

That's kids, he is trying to find his power and where he belongs as far as an adult in your relationship. It is so hard for them to be in the middle, not an adult, not a little kid.

Its not you! It is his age, he does not know how to deal with life yet but feel like a grown man.I am not a mom but I raised a couple kids, even the girls act like this!

Losing a child must be something horrible.

Losing a child is certainly most shattering for a mom. Submit yourself and the son to God. I believe He wants to say something to you. He will give you the strength and hold you through the difficult days. Trust in Him.

Of course it is a very tough situation. But he is also going through a really hard time, being a teenager sucks and being a mother of a teenager is even worse, I wouldn't know since I am not a mother, but I remember the terror I gave my mother. It gets a lot easier when they get older and have more freedom and finally figure themselves out. I'm very sorry for all you are going through. Just invest your time in him, show that you love him, and he may not always show it or say, but he loves you and is grateful for you. Just remember how it was like to be a teenager and remember how you felt and you will see a lot of similarities.

@jillybean1222 I am so so sorry. It must be very hard for you and you are not a failure.

Losing a son is for sure the worst think to happen in ones life. Maybe your son is just passing through some teenager problem. I am sure you are a great mother.

I will leave it to the mums

Does he somehow blame you for the loss of his brother?

Ohh sorry to hear about your son. Anyway, I am hoping that everything will be fine between you and your son as day passes. Good luck to you. Be strong , I know there's no weak mother, especially when it comes to their children.