Could my daughter be going through something and not telling me?

My daughter is 8, and every time I come and tuck her in at night, She says "Mom, Can I lock my door?". At first, I was like "OK whatever sure!" Because normally kids don't want the door shut because of monsters or whatever. But then, I ask her "Wait, why baby? You're not scared of the monsters anymore?" She looks at the ceiling and says "I would rather the monsters that are in here every night to come get me, than the one that comes in here every other night..." I didnt know what to say so I just kiss her on her forehead, and walk out of the room, i have had this on my mind since last night...Please tell me she is just talking about a nightmare....

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  • Fucking find out!

    And get back to us

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  • thinkingaboutit

    ?

    dead ass?

    You don't understand what she's saying?

    Why don't you start off by being a concerned parent and asking "who is this monster?"

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  • 1776

    This story is fucked up scary. How can you walk away and dont care about it??????

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  • Captain_Kegstand

    I would very much like you to do me a favor and SERIOUSLY investigate the source of this "monster" that comes in there every night. It could be that she just has an active imagination, and it could be that something very terrible is happening under your own roof! It's hard to imagine that things like that actually happen, but we live in a fucked up world and they do.

    I hope that your daughter is just overly imaginative, but I would feel morally remiss if I didn't put my 2 cents in and say that this needs serious investigation.

    (I really wish this was a troll, the only thing worse than women beaters is the very person that might be this "monster")

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  • Avant-Garde

    Shouldn't you be more worried about the "monster" who comes in every night than the fictional ones?! Maybe, she's being molested!

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  • EVIL1234

    Ok I have read ever comment and I agree with them all "Every other night" set up cameras inside your little girls room and DON'T tell your husband at all and try to keep them out of sight ok. Next I would honestly suggest a way to find out what happens at her school please keep in touch.

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    • Java

      What this guy said. Don't tell ANYBODY.

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      • Java

        Even one of those baby monitors would do...

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        • EVIL1234

          Yeah I agree baby monitors would be fine but do try to keep them out of sight or near the bottom/underneath the bed.

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  • anti-hero

    You should be having a serious talk with her and any adults in the house that could be molesting her.

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  • Gelmurag

    I know I'm open about family things with kids and all that, but I agree with everyone else. You really need to find out about this other monster. It raises alarm bells in my head, and with her being so specific "every other night" that sets it to be something quite ominous. Please look into it. Especially since you never said if she has siblings or there are other adults in the house.

    On a side note - If its just the two of you and she is saying things like that, we can explore the paranormal reasons. But until the other things are ruled out, this doesn't sound very paranormal.

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  • Not a very good week for me. Took my daughter to the Hospital, and at 1st I was not really feeling like the cameras were effective especially if My daughter locks her door, I caught a certain person trying to get into my daughters room with a key and so , I did get the cameras, and I found out that the worst. Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs), did a an examination with the rape kit, and other stuff, which took like 6 hours. and a Dr. named "Dr Rensch (pronounced wrench) told me that they did find Bruises, rashes, cuts, multiple and poorly explained injuries.She told the doctor that she was feeling pain, itching, bleeding and that she had been limping,and they said they found some fluid or rawness. I am kinda upset why she wouldn't tell em. But more importantly I have no idea what I am going to do i'm stuck. Shit shit shit shit shit.....0_0!

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    • Avant-Garde

      Call the police.

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      • Caity21Lifee

        Thirded.

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      • Gelmurag

        Seconded

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  • So I did, I took everyone's advice although Avant-Garde killed me with his/her forwardness, No She will not tell me anything, she is more seclusive,and draws herself away from me now, I have set her up with a psychologist on Thursday, adn she has a Dr. appointment the week after, but before i make it official do you guys think that i am putting to much pressure on her? Should I do something else?

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    • IHATEUSERNAMES

      cammeras or other ways of checking if any enters her room.
      try puting marbles on her floor in a pattern if somone stands on them they will move.

      ive got other ideas so reply!

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      • GuessWho

        I second cameras.

        Allow her to lock her door for her own safety and put a hidden camera in the hallway to see who tries to open it. Ensure that no-one else in the house finds out about this.

        I also hope the psychologist can crack her and get to the bottom of this. Their minds are fragile at that age so it's understandable that she doesn't want to talk out of fear of what the "monster" will do.

        Ideally, she should feel safe in her own home and be able to leave her door unlocked so that you can get to her quickly in the event of an emergency.

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        • Gelmurag

          I third cameras.

          And I read that you do have your husband and dog home, so that adds to even more ominous behavior by one of them.

          But please make sure no one else but you know about the camera. If a camera is absolutely out of the question, at least invest in a sound recorder and hide it in a drawer or something where no one will get easy access.

          I don't want to accuse your husband or dog of anything, but they'd at least make some kind of noise coming in on your daughter.

          If you can rule out the husband and the dog, and STILL hear something on the recorder, well that gets into paranormal things. But I still highly suggest doing all you can. Your daughter doesn't want this kind of attention, and she's openly withdrawing from everything because of it. Its not good.

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          • Avant-Garde

            If she gets the cameras she needs to hide them in a good place like a bowl of fake fruit, behind a plant etc.

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  • Flirty108

    Oh wow, oh non no no no, I feel so horrible, i hope it is paranormal activity!!! I shall pray for you!!!

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  • alv1592

    Wow, I think you need to talk to her. Maybe she's being bullied, or worse someone could have touched her inappropriately. It may or may not be that serious, but you should talk to her. She may be afraid to talk about it, but try to be comforting and let her know you're there for her. Good luck.

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  • *~ThePurplePixie~*

    Hello there!

    Yes, this does indeed sound quite worrying - kids at that age don't usually ask to lock their doors.

    Perhaps you could try asking her about her fears, for instance making it seem like nothing daunting and just a bit of fun.

    This could be something serious, so perhaps ask her about who ther monsters are.

    Please keep me posted!

    xx

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  • Caity21Lifee

    Yeah. Whos the monster... Please keep us posted.. I have a wild guess on who it is. Ive gotten Abused.... In that way before *-*

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  • Aurora93

    So did you find out who the monster was? I'm interested and concerned for your daughter. Is she ok now?

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  • Mersaphe

    She sounds mentally disturbed

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  • jessicababy33

    I suggest a therapist. Sounds scary but its not. You will only benefit from it. My mom did it for me when I was little And I wouldn't be where I am today if she hadn't

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  • So sorry about that.

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  • Well for those of you who follow this , I am going to court now....And taking my husbands ass with me! Sadly i am still married to him whether i am getting a divorce or not, i still am married through god, but
    anyways , we haven't set up a court date the lawyer and I are still going through the case and all that gudd stuff...

    As far as my daughter....she not good she is still in denial,and she saying it wasn't her dad, and that we are wrong,so i signed her up for therapy. She is angry with me, really confuses me .....:/

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  • EVIL1234

    I have a wild guess on who the "certain person" is. I have spoken to my sister about this and she knows abit about psychology and has a friend who has been sexually abused. She says that the best thing is to get cameras and ensure your daughters safety. She say if this means leaving your husband in the dark then as a mother it is your responsability to do so. She also said that if this is the case your daughter will not open up easily because she likely blames her self or is being threatend. The only thing you can do is get proof to secure any suspicions and ensure your daughters safety.

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  • Definately use cameras and sound recorders. Like everyone else said, DONT TELL ANYONE no matter how much you trust them.

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  • IDon'tBelong.

    You could try telling her that you can't help her if she doesn't talk to you. Also is there anyone else living with you?

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    • YES, my husbdand....and our dog....Maybe she thinks the dog is the mosnter....

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      • Avant-Garde

        Forgive me, but I don't think the dog is the "monster"...

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      • Java

        Maybe your husband? Please keep us updated.

        I don't mean to accuse him in any way but...

        For crying out loud why aren't you getting your daughter's vag tested?! Check for semen samples, anything!

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        • I am,actually,as akward it is yes i am, the appointment is on thursday thats the earliest i can get it, i cannot find any walk in hospitals, so i dont know...

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          • Java

            I hope there is nothing bad. Keep us updated :( I'll hope the best for you.

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