Feeling no attachment to baby boy - possible PPD?

My baby is only 6 weeks old, but today I realised that I still don’t feel any attachment to him … I feed him, change him, cuddle him because I’m his mum and it’s what he needs, but I don’t think I feel any real bond/attachment with him, it’s like I’m just going through the motions. I feel so terrible, as he deserves a mum who is besotted with him, but so far I just don’t feel that way? I feel sad, and know he deserves better. Anyone else felt this way? Did the feelings eventually pass??

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2 days ago

Bless you, contact your health visitor xxx

2 days ago

I felt this after a traumatic birth and first few days of postpartum. Please understand that it's normal that not everyone feels "in love" with their little ones right away. Don't worry, it will come. It happened a few weeks later for me, and even then just yesterday I was commenting with my husband that I love my son 1000% more now than in his first few months. At the end of the day you have just met them. Give it time x

3 days ago

Nah everyone develops their attachment in their own time. If you're worried, talk to your OBGYN about your feelings. I felt very very bad for the first month and a half or two. Baby's are a huge adjustment. Give yourself a break.

3 days ago

It sounds like ppd, just remember it's not your fault but it's unlikely it will pass on it's own so please reach out to your hv, midwife, Dr and get some support xxx

3 days ago

Maybe might just be