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helping out my son while his daddy is at GL
So last night i was ripped in two!
my 2 year old son was walking around calling his dad. knocking on doors. and being VERY uset because he couldn't find him. i tried to pick him up and comfort him but he literally pushed me away and said "no mom want dad". it made me feel like crap. i'm not sure how i'm supposed to help him. his daddy has only been gone since april 28th.... and we wont see him till the 1st week of july(hopefully) he's at bootcamo and we wont see him untill we move in with him at his 'A" school. depending on how long it takes to get to our new place that is when we will see my husband. i know he misses his dad, but i feel knda helpless. i show him pictures and home movies of his dad everyday and he talks to the tv.( i tried to turn it on for him thinking he wanted to watch the movie)
if anyone has gone through this, or is currently i need some serious advice on how to help him feel better, i dont want him to think his daddy just abandoned us...
because he left FOR US... for a better life... to be a hero..and so on
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Comment by Anti M on May 18, 2010 at 10:10am
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Are you near any military bases? Navy or otherwise? Because the Family Services have support for spouses and children of deployed service members. I know he isn't deployed, but your child doesn't know the difference.
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Comment by SumiK0125 (wife of a Nuke MM) on May 18, 2010 at 11:38am
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the only base i am close to is March AF base. it's a non-acrive base, i will have to look into what kinds of things they offer, thanks
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he actually isn't even 2 yet he will be turning 2 june 10th.
he has no concept of any of that except that he knows the pictures are daddy and then he will sit bythe door and wait for about an hour as if he's going to walk in any moment...today he fell asleep waiting....
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Comment by navy blue on May 19, 2010 at 8:46pm
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Tell your son exactly where your husband is as if you are speaking to an older child and be consistent! For instance, Daddy is in Alabama working and we'll see him in July at A school.If you know some of the things your husband is honestly doing tell your child. Truth rings a bell and when the child gets older he will remember that you told him the truth. You can have him "write" to Dad (scribbling) and really mail it!!! Also, if Dad calls, put your boy on the phone with him and tell Dad to tell the TRUTH about where he is and what he is doing.Dad will thank him for the letter and see the wheels start turning in your child's brain.These little ones understand way more than we think and the worst thing is lies and baby talk. This kid needs answers. If he is sitting and waiting for Dad, Distract him, lead him gently to do one of his favorite activities.Call Grandma! And your eyes will fill with tears as this tiny person proudly tells her, "My Dad is in Alabama and we'll see him in July at A School!Not knowing what it means, but even accidently overhearing you tell other adults will confirm in his rapidly developing mind that Mama telling me the truth because she says it to everybody. And there is the foundation for your relationship with your child. The things that help you not miss him so much will help your child too.It wouldn't be good for you to watch videos of him a lot, so don't let little one do it.Answer his questions honestly and if you don't know, say that.When you get to A School, say, We are at A school and it is July, and here is Dad!! Now you have set the stage for a secure child who can deal with separation.
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Thank you so much navy blue....
we quit watching the videos but kept the pictures by our beds... you are absolutely right about telling him the truth. that is one thing i thank my mom for especially when my dad left when i was little. (divorced when i was 2 1/2) thank you for reminding me of that.
he did color about 5 pictures for his daddy yesterday and i "helped" him write his name. i hope my husband enjoys it. you were very helpful. this is the best site ever for help and advice...all of you ladies are so nice and understanding and blunt when you have to be. i pretty much love you...lol
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SumiK0125, You are an outstanding Mom for reaching out for help like you did. Some of the loss you felt at a similar age to your son may be making this even harder for you. The reunion of your little family will be as beneficial to you as it is for your bright son. Isn't it great that your husband has such a strong role in your son's life, that he misses him so much? There are some kids who wouldn't notice because the Dad is so disinterested in them. It is better your way!
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it took a lot out of me to have to ask for help...normally i'm on the other side..the strong confident person giving the advice....but it's not so bad..just more emotional...plus i would be more stressed, upset, and crying a lot more if i didnt get your help. my son has stopped waiting by the door and i told him daddy is at camp. we went to a softball game and the coach said where's daddy landon? he just said camping...like it was nothing in less than a day he just knew...you were sooo right! and i was astonished that he did
i am so glad that i do have my husband to be there for him, and love him. i'm sure he will be ready t o see his little man, he used to watch him everyday in the AM when i would go to work. then we would trade.
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Excellent! I really needed to hear this today!
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