Our DD is gorgeous but for some reason is very mum-centric and almost anti-dad. First thing in the morning on waking and last thing at night before bed are the worst moments. She slaps him away, screams, twists (if being held) and can be a bit violent. Frankly at times she's really hurt him or me by hitting us. Most of the rest of the time she is calm and lovely. She doesn't seem to want him near her. He's nothing but kind and patient. Often honestly he's more patient than I am. Its really getting him and therefore us down. She's also violent if we hold hands, kiss or anything icky or lovey-dovey. This I get a bit more as I realise kids don't like parents being affectionate to each other much. Im just lost as to how to help her develop a great relationship with dad better than where she is right now.
She spends most days with me as Im a SAHM presently. She plays if he lets me have a lie in and they seem to get on ok then but its very much on her terms and if she feels like it. What can we do or does anyone have similar experiences? I realise mums are best but this is getting us both down a little.