Opposite of Velcro baby
Im not sure if it's just my baby but it makes me sad when my little one doesn't want to be in my arms and all he wants to do is just explore (I am a SAHM). Before my little one turned 6 months he was always in my arms and wanted to sleep in my arms , once he hit 6 months he just wants to be on his own . When he gets fussy tired he fights his sleep in my arms and the only way he can sleep is in the crib and we have a hard time when it's nap time and we are not home so I try to soothe him but he doesn't sleep in my arms any more .When we are with family he sometimes cries because he prefers to be with me or my husband but the majority of the time he's ok . Sometimes I just feel like my little one doesn't care for me . I find it weird because I feel like being a stay at home mom he would become a Velcro baby . I know all kids are different but it does make me a bit sad I can't rock him to sleep or he doesn't care much for me .
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If it helps you feel better, a secure attachment style is a child who is not clinging onto their mother and feels confident to explore and be with other caregivers. It’s actually a very beautiful thing and you can be proud you’re raising a confident, happy kid!! Btw, learned this from my therapist because my kids have similar tendencies. I cherish every snuggle and we are very affectionate but I try to soak in the moments of beauty that is allowing my kids to explore, bond with family, and still come back to me in my arms at the end of the day ❤️
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When I was home on Mat leave w my boys, they'd cry to be put down. I too was confused and a little hurt. They still like their play time, but in the recent months of joining daycare and all the sicknesses that come w it, they are glued to me. I now look back and envy that time. There's only so much time to myself before they're crying to be picked up. I personally am looking at this and wishing I were you, but at the same time, I understand you want that feeling that baby needs you. Maybe start bringing an option for babe to sleep while you're out of space permits. Otherwise in our case we just don't go where we can't accommodate their needs. So not great advice 😅