You've closed your question, but I just wanted to say, I'm sorry if I came across as being harsh on you - I was annoyed at some of the flippant answers being given and I took your rant at face value. If it's any consolation, mum's have nights like that too, my daughter has had me tearing my hair out and bawling my eyes out, and that's with 13 years experience, so you're doing pretty damn well for only a few months at this game. Like I said, it's a difficult age too, but dad shouldn't be expecting you to take over as mum, it's not fair on anyone. I hope you don't feel too down hearted, we all have our own particular battle grounds with our kids and I hope I was able to offer some helpful suggestions - I didn't mean it to come across as criticism. Again, good luck
Karen