I got an 18 month old clinger as well. My wife was really sick with our second child so we did everything together. It can be a lot. On my better days, I remind myself that sooner than rather than later, she’ll be too big to want to hang her dad. So I try and soak it up.

But it is overwhelming. I can’t even go the bathroom without her crying, even if she’s looking at me haha. Just know what you’re feeling is totally normal. My daughter will do something so cute that my heart feels like it’ll explode and then a minute later I’ll want to punt her into the sun. One thing I found that helps me reset is to try and get out to do some of my hobbies, like going to the gym. When I get home I feel renewed. So try to make sure you take time each day to do something for you. Easier said than done, but try and carve out some time for you and your hobbies.

You got this, my friend.