I’m a new mum on Mat Leave and my DD is now 4 months old. We spend every day together and I’m sure we’ve built a strong bond because I try to be very attentive and present and playful but this situation worried me. I’m probably just being silly and over thinking but I’m hopeful for some reassurance if that is the case!
Her Granny my DMIL lives in an annexe in our garden and I asked her to watch her for 20 minutes whilst I just sorted some chores and got dinner on as my DH was out that evening with his football, so I needed a hand.
when I went to pick DD up I knew she would be tired as it was 10 minutes before her bath time and she’d skipped her usual 4pm nap.
when I went in she was happy playing.
My DMIL had her on her knee holding her up at the table so she could play with her toys on the table. She didn’t smile at me when she saw me and barely acknowledged me. Then when she did finally looked at me, she turned back to her toys and then burst into tears. Like she was really sad I was there.
she’s also been way more smiley and excited by my DH (her DF) than me recently too.
am I being paranoid or are these possible signs that she’s not bonded with me like I thought?
TIA