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Scenario

When maternal bonding doesn't happen immediately

My baby is three weeks old and I feel nothing when I look at her and everyone keeps asking if I am in love yet and I just smile and nod but inside I am terrified something is broken in me.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The gap between societal expectations of instant maternal love and the reality of gradual attachment is creating shame and fear about her capacity to mother.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The newborn phase — survival and attachment?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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