How can I love my child more?
Perhaps you were neglected or abused or had a competitive, controlling, jealous, demeaning, or toxic parent. Often, the very defenses people develop to survive such a childhood can cut them off from intimate and loving feelings for their own progeny.
Why do I struggle to love my child?
Make time to play
Playing together is an important way of showing your baby or child that you care for them and love them. You are giving them attention and making them feel special. Playing together doesn't have to cost much. Your time and attention is more important than expensive toys.
How do I start loving my child?
Play a game with your child, read together, do some rough-housing, pillow fights, den building. Implement consistent Special Time with your child so that you have 10 minutes a day dedicated to them to do whatever they want and where you are 100% focused on them and present in their company.
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