Close to giving up
Notifications OFF
I'm starting to just give up. It's been 1 year since we had the knock and investigation is still pending. Waiting for forensics.
I am by myself 1 h from family. I have four children (all very young. Oldest is 6). I'm not allowed to supervise so visit is very limited. I'm close to giving up. I'm so tired. Like so so tired and I don't see the light at the end of the tunnel. ????????????????
I am by myself 1 h from family. I have four children (all very young. Oldest is 6). I'm not allowed to supervise so visit is very limited. I'm close to giving up. I'm so tired. Like so so tired and I don't see the light at the end of the tunnel. ????????????????
Hold on there and don't give up. Can someone give you a break? Call the helpline and see if they can help?
Not really - there's 3 people to supervise but they come to my house so I don't really get time off. And none of them are much of an emotional support for me.
im not sure what support a support line can give. Unless they are going to send round a cleaner, a child minder, and some money lol
im not sure what support a support line can give. Unless they are going to send round a cleaner, a child minder, and some money lol
Ha doubt they can help with all that no, but maybe give some advice on what else might help, emotional support etc. Sounds like you need a break and they might be able to advise other services that can help.
Can you maybe refer to Social Services for some help at all. Some support in your local area. Not sure of your circumstances but are you managing to get out the house much? Local mother and children groups perhaps. They are usually quite cheap and it can give you a sort of break. Do the kids qualify for any free childcare so you can at least get some time to yourself.
I really do feel you, the minute I sit down after bed I sit here thinking of ways to get out of this, and SS aren't supportive in any way they are adding to the stress.
I'm so sorry you are feeling like giving up. It feels so big and overwhelming and like you are trying to hold so many strands alone. Can you ask for more help? We got the knock in 2021, it's only 5 years down the line and life feels considerably lighter, my children are healthy and happy and so am I. Sending love and understanding, it feels so lonely when you are right in it but it won't feel like this forever. x
