I'm not sure if I've posted in the correct place but I've just had my baby (13 days ago) and I absolutely hate being a mum.
I haven't felt any bond or love for him. I just see him as a job that I really don't want.
I feel like I've made such a huge mistake having a baby and there is nothing I or anyone can do to change it.
I've been told it will get easier, but the truth is I don't actually find it that hard. He is a good baby but I just don't want to look after him. I feel like I would feel better if I had a bond or felt the love towards him, but I don't. I just feel responsible for him and I just want someone else to take over for me.
I feel like such a terrible person and I'm just confused as I always wanted a baby. If I knew it would be like this I never would have had a child. I feel utterly hopeless and guilty for bringing him into this world to a mother who does not want him or love him.
Did anyone else feel this way? When will things get better? I feel so desperate and am grieving the loss of my old life and all of the things I never appreciated before.
Just to confirm, he is safe and healthy. I keep him fed, clean and safe. I would never hurt him or leave him when he needs something.
I'm not sure what I hope to gain from this post. Maybe just to hear that someone else felt this way and got better? Other than that I feel like there is no hope for me and my life will always be like this. Please help :(
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My baby is 2 WO and I hate being a mum
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anonmum1921 · 02/05/2021 15:47
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