• iarigby@lemmy.world
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    6 days ago

    thanks for sharing this, it’s really encouraging to know that I don’t have to feel the connection immediately

    • SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz
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      5 days ago

      You absolutely don’t have to! Parenthood is not always an instant connection. I loved my child, sure, but they were more like a needy roommate to start off. I developed the bond as we went. It eventually clicked after some months.

      And remember: you always love your child– but it’s okay to have times where you just sometimes don’t like them. Especially good to remember during the toddler stage!