Is it normal to not feel connected to baby?

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I am 32 weeks pregnant and I don’t feel a strong connection to my baby. I can’t even imagine a baby inside of me or coming out of me and being my daughter. I’m scared I won’t feel connected to her when she’s here but I’m hoping I do when I meet her. Is this normal? I would love to hear from others who know how I feel. Will it get better?

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I didn’t with either of my kids. I feel like I bonded with my daughter as soon as she came out, but it took a few weeks after having my son to bond with him.

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It kind of felt just not real to me. Even after baby is here, it just happens so fast. I will say I did feel a connection but it definitely deepened around 3 months when babies personality came in and they start smiling, etc. those days are soooo exciting!
I’d say don’t expect to feel an instant connection right after birth. I think it’s more common than you think not to. So much is happening right after birth and a lot of learning, etc, it’s a process. But as baby gets older and you and baby get more comfortable with how to feed, take care of a baby, etc I’m sure that connection will strengthen

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It's common for some women to not feel a strong connection to their baby during pregnancy. Don't worry, it doesn't mean you won't love your baby when she arrives. It's important to remember that everyone's experience is different. Some women feel an instant connection while others take time to bond with their baby. Give yourself time and be patient. You can try talking to your baby, singing to her, or even writing letters to her to help build a connection. It's also helpful to talk to other moms who have gone through the same thing. You got this!

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I didn’t feel connected with my daughter in the womb and I don’t feel much connection with this baby either. It took me about a good week or two to form a bond with my first baby after I had her. She felt like a stranger to me that just came out of my body, which she basically was. The feelings eventually came and I’m sure I’ll eventually feel the same way after I have this baby. This little person who has taken so much of your time, health, and space for so long is a stranger and it’s ok if it takes you a bit of time to warm up to them. Don’t feel bad about it or anything. It’s a crazy concept to wrap your mind around that your body made a whole new human!

Is it normal to not feel connected to baby?

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