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Anxiety about being a good enough parent

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3w ago1 min read

Lately I've been spiraling about whether I'm screwing up my kids. Like I yelled at my son for spilling juice and now I'm convinced I'm traumatizing him. Logically I know that's ridiculous but my brain won't shut up about it. Started having panic attacks at work thinking about how they'll need therapy because of me. Is this normal dad stuff or do I need actual help? I've never talked to anyone about this stuff.

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MMichaelNew Dad3w ago

Hey man, yelling at a spill doesn't make you a bad dad. I've been there and the fact that you're even worried about it shows you care. One moment doesn't define your parenting, trust me.

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DDanny G.Regular3w ago

You're being way too hard on yourself. Kids are resilient and they know you love them. The fact that you're anxious about being good enough actually means you probably are.

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EEric W.New Dad3w ago

These spirals are tough but totally normal. I read to my kids every night and still feel like I'm messing up half the time, but they seem to turn out okay. Give yourself a break.

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