“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
