hi Bec,
I feel the need to respond to your posts on here regarding your present situation. As a mother of two myself I cannot even begin to fathom what you are going through totally. I read in one of your earlier posts on this thread regarding how you feel as though you being on new meds and being your sons trigger makes you feel like a failure and a bad mum (dont think they are the exact words but I have a terrible memory). I just have to say that the fact that you are thinking about how good of a mum you are makes you a good Mum. You are trying your very best for your son and no one can expect more than that. You are seeking help for the both of you and that in itself would be very stressful, and kids are stressing at the best of times (IMO). I was crying as I read your post about not being to afford to take your son up more sweets as I again can only just begin to fathom how you feel about that. But please remember that that doesn't make you a bad mother either. I haven't even met you yet but I can tell already that you are a great Mum- the apparent respect that you and your son have for each other proves that. I agree with the others that you should do some things for yourself while he is away- not only will it help the time go by but it will make you feel a lot better by looking after yourself and doing things you enjoy. I hope all goes well for you both while he is in hospital, and that you keep us informed as to your progress. My thoughts are with you, Tammy