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12 week old making strange with her dad. help!

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FaneFeyre · 20/04/2012 18:48

That's it really. She seems to want only me, ever. Will tolerate being held by others for a very short while and then whinges for me. Bath time is her absolute favourite time of day, and DP and I do it together. but DP just tried to give her a bath on his own tonight and she had a complete meltdown.
Is there anything I can do? I know it's natural and a phase but I think he's really hurt :(

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Mothership1 · 20/04/2012 19:59

It's completely normal! You are with her all day and you comfort her when she needs you ect, my little boy went through the same stage, he is 18 months now and still does it now sometimes which can be frustrating for your partner ...... And you when you just want 5 mins to yourself!! do not worry at all xxx

candr · 21/04/2012 19:05

It happens and is distressing for dad, just make sure you are not saying phrases like 'it's ok, mummy is here now' as this teaches child that daddy can't do something or that they need rescuing. Maybe start bath together and slip out for a bit then back again so they get used to it being just dad but you are not just dissappearing.

Octaviapink · 22/04/2012 15:34

Perfectly normal - she's only 12 weeks old! Your partner shouldn't be upset by it, it doesn't mean she doesn't like him. Make sure he does lots of things for her (feeds, nappies etc) so that she'll get used to the different way he does things/ handles her.

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