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Old 04-16-2008, 10:07 AM
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I suggest starting on some mild anti-depressants now like wellbutrin to take the emotional edge off....then give yourself time and space to bond....it seems like the average time for someone to quit feeling like a stranger is around 9 months....concentrate on meeting the baby's needs and holding and cuddling even if you don't feel like it, don't worry about feeling bonded at all for the first year.....once you get to know someone you'll be able to bond easier...also it takes a while to find your groove and routine again.

And look into the Emotional Freedom Technique or "tapping" as it's been called....it has helped me tremendously.
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