Hey there, sleepyheads! Get ready for a wild ride as we dive into the world of a single mama bear just trying to help her little cub catch some much-needed Zzz’s! But with a deadbeat dad stirring up drama, this bedtime story might just keep you up all night! So grab your favorite stuffie , snuggle up, and let’s see if this mom’s melatonin magic makes her an a-hole or a hero! ♀️
Mommy’s Little Insomniac

Ambien Ain’t an Option

Tried Every Trick in the Book

⚕️ Doc’s Orders: Melatonin Magic

Bye-Bye Dark Circles, Hello Happy Kid!

Daddy Dearest’s Custody Woes

Co-Parenting Chaos

Spilling the Gummy Secret

⚖️ Mama Knows Best, Legally Speaking

Deadbeat Dad’s Ulterior Motives

Following Doctor’s Orders

Doubting Myself After Daddy’s Dramatics

Melatonin Mama vs. Deadbeat Daddy: Who’s the Real A-Hole?
Well, well, well… looks like this single mama is caught between a rock and a hard place! She’s just trying to help her little one get some shut-eye, but Daddy dearest is throwing a fit! With a history of neglect and a mountain of unpaid child support, it seems like he’s more interested in causing chaos than being a real father. But hey, at least the kiddo’s getting some solid sleep now, right? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sleepy situation…
Following doctor’s orders, benefiting child, CPS won’t interfere. NTA

Supportive comment recommends legal advice for messy ex-husband.

Pediatrician-recommended melatonin deemed safe by NTA commenter.
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Defending giving child sleep support gummy against ex-partner’s accusations

Relief as parent isn’t drugging child, just following doctor’s advice

NTA parent fights for toddler’s sleep with helpful advice

Giving melatonin to a toddler: NTA or legal trouble?

Mom defends giving toddler ‘special vitamin’ against dad’s claims

Proactive tip for handling CPS investigation

Mother defends giving ‘special vitamin’ to daughter with doctor’s approval. NTA.

Father’s visitation despite neglectful past sparks debate. NTA.
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Following pediatrician’s advice benefits child, but father drags to court

NTA wants custody but commenter advises getting a lawyer

Supportive comment suggests getting dosage recommendation from pediatrician for CPS.
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Melatonin for the toddler? NTA explains it all.
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Taking melatonin gummies for sleep? Here’s a dental hygiene tip!

Concerns raised about daughter’s safety during visitation

Fighting for custody to protect child from greedy father ♂️

Seek legal counsel ASAP, father’s actions may be emotional abuse

Melatonin: natural and harmless sleep aid. NTA for administering it.

Melatonin gummies are supplements, not drugs. NTA.

Supportive comment: Sleep is important for toddler’s health

Melatonin is a mineral and safe like vitamins. Personal experience shared.

Melatonin mishap: Comparing adult and toddler dosages

Melatonin is a natural substance, not drugging. NTA.

Parent faces custody battle over prescribed medication for child

Supportive comment on medicating toddler for health issue. NTA
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Melatonin is an OTC supplement and not prescribed. NTA
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NTA fights for daughter’s sleep and offers helpful advice

Document everything and go to court. NTA.

Melatonin isn’t a drug, it’s like chamomile tea
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Melatonin helps kids with sleep issues. NTA for giving it.

Following doctor’s advice makes you NTA, not the caregiver
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Parent defends giving toddler prescribed medication against custody battle

Melatonin for toddlers? Common or concerning?

Pediatrician advice = NTA. Concerns for sister’s sleep schedule.

Melatonin helped me too. NTA. Sleep is vital!

Melatonin is a supplement, not a drug. NTA.

Sleep physician advises caution and suggests second opinion ⚕️

Importance of sleep for children and following doctor’s orders

Melatonin therapy for child insomnia supported by commenter.

Melatonin is not a drug, it’s a hormone. Giving it to kids with ADHD and Autism is helpful.

Support for melatonin use and criticism of the father’s behavior.

Supportive comment on questionable parenting and CPS intervention. NTA x a million

Doctor’s advice and CPS will laugh at this custody battle

Melatonin use with doctor’s approval deemed NTA by commenter.
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Supportive comment on giving toddler “special vitamin” recommended by doctor.

Melatonin supplement justified, but be cautious with dosage ✅

Pediatrician-recommended melatonin use sparks custody battle. NTA for mom.

Following doctor’s orders vs controlling ex in custody battle

Melatonin is safe and not a drug, NTA for using it.

A helpful suggestion for sleep issues amidst a custody battle ✌

Doctor-recommended melatonin for kids is safe and effective

Parent defends using doctor’s recommendation for daughter’s health #NTA
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TV in kid’s room linked to obesity? NTA for vitamins.
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Explaining the natural occurrence of melatonin and NTA judgment

Following medical advice, NTA in custody battle over toddler’s vitamin.

Melatonin helps child sleep. Ex denying daughter sleep and growth.

Melatonin is natural, CPS won’t side with dad. NTA
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Mother defended for giving natural sleep aid to child

Giving a toddler melatonin: NTA or YTA?

Melatonin is natural, OTC, and not worth a custody battle

Following doctor’s orders, not child abuse. Others just jealous.

Melatonin prescription justified. Dad is reaching.

Defending use of melatonin for toddler, questioning visitation rights.

Father overreacts to melatonin, NTA calmly explains its properties
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Following doctor’s orders for child’s melatonin supplement, NTA wins custody.

Defending custody with a vengeance

Melatonin for better sleep: commenter shares personal experience and supports OP.

Defending use of melatonin as harmless and not drugging child.

Consult a lawyer and a doctor regarding melatonin deficiency.

Melatonin is plant-based and non-addictive, NTA for giving it.
