Retainers...

I just broke another retainer yet again. This is going to be the second time I have to replace this one. In normal circumstances, I'd tell my mom about it, but she's having a hard time financially already. She is about to have her insurance taken off of her, because she is laid off at the moment. One of her newest prescriptions costs about $300 without insurance, and she'll never be able to afford that. If I tell her about my retainer, it'll just make it worse. I'll just try to keep it a secret until my next orthodontist appointment, whenever that is.

I have a horrible habit of popping it off of my teeth while it is in my mouth. Does anyone else have this problem? I can't stop it. I do it even without thinking! It's horrible! The orthodontist is going to be so mad at me >.<... This sucks. Does anyone know how to break the habit? I honestly don't even think before I do it. That's how bad it is. Ugh. :( This sucks bad. Looks like I'll have to go without the bottom retainer for a while. I just wish I didn't have to wear it anymore!