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This is normal - she's what Dr. Sears calls a high needs child. Also at 7 1/2 months they're starting to get the concept of object permanence and so when things 'disappear' they have anxiety.
My suggestions:
First, if you haven't, check out The Baby Book by Dr. Sears.
Second, if you're not already, invest in a good sling and/or Baby Bjorn to carry your daughter.
Third, give her 5 minute timed seperations - i.e. put her in a room, say "Mommy will be back in 5 mintues", leave, then come back exactly 5 minutes later. She'll start to 'get' that Mommy comes back.
BTW It's impossible IMHO to spoil an infant. 3 YO, yes. 7 1/2 month old - no. You're building secure attachments that will allow your child to be more independent as they grow.
HTH
Regina
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