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Have you tried baby wearing? My son is very clingy and if I really need to get something done I pop him in a baby carrier and carry him round that way and I’ve got free hands to get stuff done with. It’s the same when we go out I pop him in the carrier and reduces meltdowns.

Postpartum is very lonely but it gets better. Have you thought about going to baby groups?x

My little girl is 10 weeks and she is also very attached from the moment she was born. To the point she would only sleep in my arms even at night I found a baby carrier or sling was the answer I’m able to get things done round the house and even manage to go out to the shops and she would just sleep. I found postpartum lonely aswell and I live far away from my family and friends so just hoping it does get better

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I'm sorry you're feeling isolated and alone at this time, and I can completely relate. My girl is 9 weeks old and everything you have said here is exactly what I am experiencing too.
It's very overwhelming, especially with all the feeding, pumping etc. Wanting to get out of the house, but that anxiety of when they will have a meltdown, and not having your partner around or another person to help settle her/comfort you.
Local baby groups may help, but if you're like me, the thought of making that step and going makes me nervous.
The only advice I could possibly give, which I am working on myself, is to just get out. Get that fresh air, sunlight, walk around the block at first. Slowly build up to more public spaces, and remind yourself that you're doing your best and be gentle with yourself.
Try and meet up with some local mums (if I was local I would love to meet, seeing as we both feel the same way)
But most importantly, know this feeling isn't forever 🫶

I feel the exact same so don’t feel alone! I’m hoping in time it will get easier, my little one is 6 weeks