So... my daughter is about 5 years old now. She's going to start school in a week and right now there is a huge struggle between the two of us. she is a strong willed child and I love her for it. I believe that she is going to do wonderful things with her life, but right now there seems to be no light at the end of this tunnel. It's a daily battle to do the simple things; picking up, eating, brushing her teeth. Its been crazy and honestly it's wearing me down.

I'm a stay at home mom and my family lives far away from me. I'm just looking for some advice from anyone else who has been here and knows the boat i'm in. Please let me know what you have done with your kids and how you were able to make it through tough times, or are currently dealing with this. I just need some motherly support.

thanks guys!

My son is only four months old, so I'm afraid I haven't hit the same obstacles myself yet - but I certainly can offer solidarity and reassurance that "this too shall pass". With a new baby, everyone has been constantly reminding me that this stressful stage won't last forever - and I know the same can me said for you and your daughter. You will get through it; and, as always, there will be new challenges and headaches that follow. Just take it one day at a time. You got this. <3