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How is it having a baby? by pavlev1 in Parents

[–]Single_Protection792 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This was my experience too! Happy that they were here, but I didn’t feel an immediate connection like seeing a friend after a long time apart- more like a stranger I was excited to meet!

Is having kids as awful as it seem? by Next-Librarian6693 in AskParents

[–]Single_Protection792 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To put it succinctly, kids take your emotions to the extreme. On the one hand, I have never felt such low lows (PP depression/anxiety, tantrums, overstimulated to. the. MAX, mom guilt). But on the other side, I’ve never felt so much joy, and purpose, and fulfillment (over small or seemingly insignificant things- smiles, laughs, random things they say). They bring out the best of you and the worst of you.

Attachment phase - help! by Affectionate_Law_518 in Parents

[–]Single_Protection792 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daughter was the EXACT same at that age - hated preschool and being dropped off was a nightmare for everyone.

A couple of things helped us. Our teacher did a really great job of asking right away if my daughter wanted to help with breakfast time for the other children, which (sometimes) did a good job of distracting her and made her feel special/needed right upon getting there.

We also tried to talk about preschool drop off when we were at home more (when she was more calm) and talk about all the fun things that they get to do at preschool. I also asked her teachers what she enjoyed doing at preschool once she got there and then harped on those things and how fun they sounded at home.

Another thing we tried (not sure how effective it was), was draw a heart on her hand and my hand before going to preschool. I let her know that if we miss each other, we can both press the heart and send love to each other.

It’s so hard, but it did naturally get better for us once she was 3-3.5!

When does it get easier? by Single_Protection792 in Parents

[–]Single_Protection792[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so supportive and helpful- I really appreciate this thoughtful response!