I work nights and my husband works days so we spend equal time with our 8 month old. Is there any technique to make my son want to be with his dad as much as he wants me. As soon as he sees me he starts to cry if his dad is holding or playing with him. It really hurts my hubbbies feelings.
2007-01-31 19:18:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
children differ throughout age who or what person they "want". just give the child the best quality time you can. that is all you can do. sorry. your husband sounds really involved and that is a plus not a negative. be thankful.
2007-01-31 19:23:47 · answer #1 · answered by REALLY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of my worst memories is telling my dad I loved my mom more than him (I was like 4 but I still feel terrible) it's a normal thing because you had a 9 month head start on the bonding issue. It might be best to let the baby spend more time with your husband if there are activites that you normally bathe or change him let daddy do it. And tell your husband not to feel too ofended, the father/son relationship grows more in later years.
2007-02-01 03:26:03 · answer #2 · answered by Graham S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your child will be like that until he's about 5. Remeber you carried him and you are his comfor and his security. He loves dad i'm sure but when he's tired or insecure or not feeling well, then mommy is his warmth and security and he remembers that from the womb. Tell your husband not to stress it will pass, i think all daddies can relate with how he is feeling but its a baby stage that will pass. Once your son realised he can pee standing up like daddy trust me everything will change. Good luck
2007-02-01 03:29:04 · answer #3 · answered by Tabby T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your son will feel more of an attachment to you as you carried him for 9 months and he knew your voice above anyone else's whilst he was inside you. He will grow to love spending time with his dad as much as his mum.
2007-02-01 05:48:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children usually do usually cling to their mom or dad more. My cousin would rather be with his dad.. and some go back and forth between the 2. Just give it time
2007-02-01 04:05:00 · answer #5 · answered by jasmyn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, and you need to explain this to your husband. The time will come where the situation will be reversed and you have to make sure you will be understanding as well. Make sure you aren't being overbearing, though.
2007-02-01 07:07:34 · answer #6 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
funny thing is. i was going to ask the same question... but my son is 2 years old and he doesn't want his dad when im around and my husband gets really hurt by it... but if im not around.. he cries but realises that dad is there... its starting to worry me more as he has learnt to say "go away" and says it to my husband when he trys to hug or put him to sleep..
2007-02-01 06:04:35 · answer #7 · answered by brunette_mum 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They switch back and forth between mommy and daddy's babies forever so just wait for the tide to turn. ( mines 8)
2007-02-01 03:34:09 · answer #8 · answered by Jani Maia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes cuz carried it for 9months and It loves you
2007-02-01 03:23:25 · answer #9 · answered by Smiley17 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋