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[quote=Anonymous]OP, a couple thoughts:

You did NOTHING to cause her delays any more than you could have consciously chosen to make her hair brown or her eyes blue. This is how she is, and it's NOT your fault. Don't blame yourself.

If you don't mind saying, what kind of delays is she facing and is there a diagnosis a developmental pediatrician has in mind? This can be helpful to know because parents here have a wide range of experience with many different delays and diagnoses and may be able to offer specific guidance.

Finally, I think the break was a smart to ask for. One week for both of you to clear your heads. My husband and I process differently as well, and it can lead to conflict where he thinks I "don't care" (because I don't get emotional when most upset, I shut down and truly function at a very basic level until I can fully process what's happened). It doesn't mean I don't care though. This might be your husband. What would be most helpful is for BOTH of you to attend individual and marriage counseling to work out your feelings. He's her dad no matter what your status as married people is, so it would be beneficial for him to work out how he will handle any diagnosis as her dad AND as your spouse/co-parent.

Know that you've got a very experienced and helpful shoulder to cry on on this board. Some of the best support I got when we were facing some delays with my oldest was from this board. They are kind, encouraging, empathetic, and they've been there. [/quote]

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