Anybody has this issue where ur LO prefers your husband over you, for everything including both in times of play and comfort? My LO is 9 months, will look for her dad actively and wants her dad to carry, and will quieten down when crying once her dad carries her but pushes me away and cries though I try to play with her and spend more time with her. Feeling sad about this:(

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Me! My girl was like this at ard age too and I was feeling so sad abt it. It was as if I'm the stepmother. But I read somewhere, don't let this defeat us or turn away from LO as it will only damage the r/s further. Continue to give her hugs and tickles, as it produces endorphins and will make her feel happy when she's with you. And u know what? My LO became sticky to me overnight! Now at 17 months, she seems to love both dad and mum equally. I guess babies will change as they start to learn abt human r/s. So hang on there mummy!

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Thanks for ur reply mummy! This gives me much encouragement and reassurance that I'm not the only one facing this:)