Commentary: Is it wrong for new parents to have negative thoughts?

SWANSEA: If you believe what the media tells us, we should feel nothing apart from overwhelming love, gratitude and excitement immediately when our baby is born.

However, parents often hide how they really feel, believing these thoughts are wrong, and that sharing them would have them labelled a “bad parent”. It’s normal for bonding to take time. However, things like skin to skin contact, holding your baby closely in a sling, or even a giving them a gentle baby massage are all shown to help improve bonding – and mental health.Another common emotion was feeling terrified by the responsibility of being a new parent. Many felt shocked that they were now actually expected to care for this baby, despite no tests or training.

If you’re feeling this way, talking to other new parents or with your health visitor or midwife may help reassure you of just how common these feelings are. But missing your old life does not mean you don’t love your baby or are a bad parent. And it does get easier over time as you transition into your new normal.Parents also talked about wanting a break while simultaneously not wanting to be separated from their baby.

Mine is not a new parent. But she still holds negative thoughts about her kids. 🤣

It's normal things

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