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Why you might fear not bonding immediately with your newborn

I'm moments away from meeting my baby and suddenly terrified that I won't feel the instant love everyone talks about.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Anticipating the absence of expected emotions can create performance anxiety around natural processes that can't be forced.

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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.