I've coached thousands of parents on connecting with their infants, and this simple activity for bonding with baby is one of the best I've found.

This 3-minute activity is pure magic when it comes to bonding with baby

I've coached thousands of parents on connecting with their infants, and this simple activity is pure magic.

This 3-minute activity will make your bond with your baby stronger than ever

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Bonding with newborn takes time—after all, you just met, even if they grew inside you. Try to drop the guilt and get to know them.

Bonding with newborn: What if I don't feel it?

It takes time to feel attached to someone you just met, even if they grew inside you, so try to drop the guilt and get to know them.

Why don't I feel like I'm bonding with my newborn?

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New mom

Caring for an infant is the most thankless job, so try not to take it personally—and look for the subtle signs that baby most definintely doesn't hate you.

I can't tell if my baby hates me

There is literally no job more thankless than caring for an infant, so try not to take it personally—and look for the subtle signs of baby's love.

Does my baby hate me?

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New baby

Canadian paediatricians have updated their rules about how to promote early literacy and they're a reassuring pat on the back for new parents.

7 best ways to develop early literacy (you're probably already doing them!)

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Reading

After losing a twin in the womb, I was forced to deliver his brother too early. The grief and self-blame that enveloped me was almost too much to bear.

After losing a twin in the womb, I couldn't bond with my surviving son

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Postpartum depression

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Family life

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Giving birth

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Mother's Day

So you always knew you wanted kids, but you're not the type of person to squeal over a cute baby. Do you ever worry you might not have a maternal instinct?

What if it turns out I’m just not a baby person?

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Maternal health

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Pregnancy

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