Any high-need babies all grown up?

Question

I am just wondering what to expect out of my son. Yes, everyone is different, but knowing that my high-need infant will be a successful, highly motivated person may help me get through this stressful and draining time. So, if you were a high-need child, what are you like now?

Answer 1

Oh sweetie...dont worry. Your boy will be ok.

Its so hard when you have a baby who doesnt give you a break at all. I know...my daughter had colic and is still at 8 months such a pistol for me at times.

I was a colicky baby and I grew up ok. Not necessarily the most calm laid back person...but until I had my kids, I was right in there with the execs and taking the corp. world by storm.

Hang in there....you'll survive it. Try to get some sense of humor back....its vital with these tough kids.

good luck

Answer 2

My gma turned me into a high-needs child.  I would cry my little heart out if someone did not hold me and was very clingy.  I am not out going, I dont like to be touched, and Im working on my Masters in Forensic Nursing.  There is a light at the end of the tunnel for you.

Answer 3

My good friend and neighbor had a high-need infant who is now a 30-something adult.  Turns out he had some serious sensitivities to foods (not really allergies) and if he stays away from artificial additives and colors he does pretty well.  But, even now, you can tell when he isn't eating right as he becomes extremely active, almost to the point of manic, never sleeps, and can't focus.  He's extremely intelligent and is a whiz in the computer field, but still has some problems that still give his mom grief.  You are right, though, everyone is different.  My middle daughter is 23 and was the most easy going infant and child, but now that she's grown, I find her doing things that exasperate me to no end.  We're always dealing with some crisis or another with her and some have been quite serious - she's now my high needs adult child.  She's seriously dating a fine young man (finally) that we like and I'd like to think they may be headed for marriage.  She still lives part-time at home and I'd never kick her out, but life would sure be calmer if she didn't live at home!  I love her, she's a great person, but we butt heads all the time.