How to cope up with a broken relationship
By jblasi01
@jblasi01 (11)
Philippines
February 12, 2007 2:57am CST
My husband left me. I'm six mos. pregnant and with a 3 yr. old son.. I know my son is very much affected about the situation.. he wont let me leave the house , even for work..Perhaps at the back of his young mind , i would leave him too.. It's hard because of my present condition , i'm dragging myself to work, and my heart will break everytime his begging me to stay... But what can i do? I need to earn a living, something he wouldnt understand.. I need ur advice.
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@jtmblossom (470)
• Philippines
12 Feb 07
Act as mother and father. My mom portrays like a father when he left us when i was 4 year old. Assure your son that you will not leave him,that you will just go to work for their future. My mom help me understand things when i was a kid. Just be open to him. Im sure he will understand you and why their dad left. Just be honest with your son. You can surpass this event in your life im sure. GOD will always be with you.
@LindaLou (483)
• Canada
12 Feb 07
Oh sweetie I feel for you. I'm so sorry you are going through this, especially when you are pregnant and need support the most. There's certainly no "pat" answer that I or anyone on MyLot can give you as to how to cope.
I do hope that you are seeking professional counselling of some kind for both you and your son and that you have a good support system in your area with family and friends. Don't be afraid to ask them for help when you need it. Especially with you son so that you get some time to yourself once in a while.
I think an important part of coping is making sure that you feel stable financially, so make sure you have a lawyer and are going after your husband for the support that is due you and your son.
Whatever you do, I would encourage you not to interfere in your kids' relationship with their father out of hurt and bitterness. This is unlikely to be in your kids' best interest.
God bless and best wishes to you and your little ones.