Oh no Astrid, I do feel for you as I felt the exact same as way as you and often left my mothers group meetings in tears. I eventually come to the conclusion that not everyone is the same and Matthew and I did not have to be around such negative people - or maybe saying different is better - and decided to leave. Oh such a heavy weight was lifted and I definitely did not need the added stress.

That is why BB is such a support to me and without it I would be lost. Just coming here makes me feel 1000 times better knowing that there are others out there that feel the same as me.

I run into people with gentle parenting issues everywhere, I try to let it wash over me but sometimes it does get to you!

Just so you know, Matthew still demand feeds his breast milk feeds, I don't let him cry - ever, I hate hearing that mums let their babies cry! Matthew would sleep with us if he liked it - he doesn't unfortunately. He is 11 months old, so I think everything you are doing for Maggie is wonderful - you are a brillant mum! Just remember that! Hope you are feeling better soon.

(PS - I always read one of Pinky's books when I am feeling a bit down about things - her words always cheer me up.)