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“That rejected feeling you get when you hold a baby and it starts to cry.” quote by Anonymous
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“That rejected feeling you get when you hold a baby and it starts to cry.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Holding a baby can trigger an unexpected surge of disappointment when they cry.

In simple terms: Crying baby feels disappointing.

Key Takeaway

Accept emotional reactions.

Themes

parenthood emotion expectation

Mood

empathetic calm

Type

parental reflective

When to use this quote

  • newborn care
  • parenting workshops
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

attachment theory stress response

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you manage disappointment in caregiving?
  • What supports help soothe both baby and caregiver?
A Different Perspective

Crying is a normal infant signal, not a personal failure.

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