Thanks all. It was just a crazy moment. Yes, the swaddle is something you figure out with a baby. Mine even at 6 months will simply not go to sleep without one.
W came bright and early to pick up our S to take him to daycare and school. He had been up since 5:50 this morning, so I had everything set before she got here. He had been fed, changed, bag packed, bottles filled, and just ready to go.
Next to the bag, I made her a to-go coffee cup with a taped note on it. (I know, I know). This was in a much different tone from the apologetic text from last night. It simply said that I recognized how this week (first ever daycare, new job, etc.) has been completely emotionally and physically exhausting for her. I couldn't imagine how she felt right now and understand that she just wanted a quiet night with some dinner and a bed. I told her that I hope she had a better day, and that I promised it would all get easier.
No apologies. Just validations.
When she got here, she actually apologized for her behavior. This was very welcoming. (I am a very apologetic person when I do wrong. W not so much.) She said that she was just so tired and only wanted a small break while I had our S. I accepted her apology and told her to have a great day as she left.
Crisis aborted. I'm pretty sure.
Me - 33 W - 33 S - 9 months M - 3 years T - 5.5 years Bomb - 12/14/10 ILYBNILWY PA discovered - 1/18/11 PA began - 3/22/10 Separated