This is one of those recipe born out of sheer desperation. (whereismyspoon.co)
On this with practical parenting advice [link] you'll find a multitude of typical challenging child situations that cause many parents to pull out their own hair in sheer desperation. (positive-parenting-ally.com)
I gave in 1/3 out of love, 2/3 out of sheer desperation and need for survival. (attachmentparenting.org)