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Feel like I’ve lost bond with DD

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TruckstopTrudy · 02/08/2019 09:37

Since returning to work and dd going to nursery I feel like she has gained independence which is great, but also feel like we don’t have the same bond, if any.

She laughs and jokes with her dad/DH but she just gets frustrated when I try and play with her or screams if I pull her away from danger or stop her doing something she wanted to do (with good reason)

Because of this I feel anxious about spending time with her one on one, and I guess this is also affecting things so it is like a knock on effect.

It’s a horrible feeling because we did have such a strong amazing bond, I knew exactly what she wanted and how to make her happy and I feel like I just get in the way now and make her unhappy

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TruckstopTrudy · 02/08/2019 09:38

Has anyone else experienced this?

Any advice at all for strengthening the relationship? Other than trying to play with her more etc?

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Jenu294 · 02/08/2019 10:53

I've heard it's the usually the parent who drops the child off they get a bit distant with? They associate that parent with leaving them at nursery in the first place so little one is kinda still mad at you!

Just a theory though.

Lots of persistent cuddles before and after drop off will start to reassure her again Smile

TruckstopTrudy · 02/08/2019 11:13

That makes sense really, thank you. Yep haha and persistence is one thing I’m good at I’m not sure if that’s why she’s getting frustrated with me!

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Jenu294 · 02/08/2019 12:00

Lol! They certainly know how to make you feel bad don't they?!

Perhaps say "I love you very much sweetheart and I'm looking forward to picking you up later. Have a fabulous day..." then just kiss her to death Smile

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