When Does the Baby Clingy Stage End?
“For the love of god when does the baby clingy stage end? I haven’t had a moment to myself in months and I am desperate.“
There is not an ‘official clingy stage’. It is not bad for children to be clingy (although I very well know that it is utterly exhausting). It is fact, a good sign that your child is clingy because that means that he has established a strong bond with you, which is fantastic for his development.
When will this stage finish? When he is ready to let go. There is nothing wrong with him being clingy. Some children need time alone while others want to be close to their mum or dad all the time. The key to remember is that all children go through development at a different pace. I can assure that at some point he will let go of you and because you two have established a strong bond, he will feel secure to go out and explore the world, knowing that you will be there for him when he needs you. And that is beautiful. Exhausting for you? Absolutely and I feel for you.
I don’t know your situation so it is difficult to give you more specific advice but try as much as you can to get help from your family and friends. Maybe the baby won’t go with them but they can give you a hand around the house, so you have less on your plate. Also, if you are feeling overwhelmed try not to be alone with the baby a lot. Go for walks with a friend, join a local mum and baby group, or simply sit with the baby at a café. I know that this is tough for you and I feel for you.
I hope this information helps and do let me know if you want to discuss it further.
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I wish you both all the very best.
Love,
Ana
Qué fantástico artículo y que buenos consejos. Ha sido de una gran ayuda. Un abrazo muy fuerte
Maravilloso artículo sobre la serie Adolescentes y consejos de gran ayuda en una etapa tan complicada de nuestros hijos , tan desprotegidos frente a las nuevas tecnologías.Es una ayuda tremenda para nosotros. Muchas gracias
I'd imagine this is quite deteremental for a childs development in the long run as nothing stays the same forever, and we shouldn't really be making these categorisations, especially towards our children.
Just live life, sometimes you'll have to be the parent that's the shoulder to cry on. The week after you may have to raise your voice a little when everyone is in a rush and you're trying to get your children's shoes on.
Just balance it all out, don't be too self critical and pick up on what your child wants and needs.
Again, great writeup!
Thank you so much for your comment. I totally get what you mean. It is always difficult to have kids living with you, wanting to support them and their parents but at the same time not wanting to step in anyone's toes. If there's anything we can do to support you and your family, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
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sO great to have you here! Totally agree that Zara is great! What other topics would you like us to discuss?
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