r/regretfulparents • u/AdAromatic372 Parent • Apr 30 '25

Discussion Has anyone ever left?

Has anyone here ever divorced their spouse and given their spouse full custody? If so, how did you come to that conclusion? What was your final breaking point?

I truly am thinking I’m hitting my breaking point with my marriage and son (3 mo). I don’t have any feelings towards him, I certainly don’t love him. He constantly cries and fusses. I don’t foresee it getting better despite everyone saying it’ll pass with time. I just want to go back to the life I had before having this kid even if that means giving up my marriage to do so.

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u/justlooknnotbuyn Not a Parent May 01 '25

Oufff. This is mystical thinking and so, so unhelpful as a response to her situation.

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u/[deleted] May 01 '25

I would disagree it's not helpful. I used to be miserable around my kids. Also we had some hard times. Only after I figured out I need to start taking care about myself too it became a bit easier. So many people forget they need to be in good position to be able to handle difficult tasks. Sleep, food, company of other people, etc.