You see the woman holding a child. It is your child. For the first time in three months, you rock your own baby. The face is hidden as it shrieks a mean cry for attention. All this time, you’ve been alone, but the moment it begs for your food, your time, your attention, a feeling of resentment pervades your senses. You look down at the swaddle of the small creature.
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Albert, good morning.I think becoming a parent is not only about getting to know your child, but also about learning more about yourself. Sometimes you realize you're not as patient or kind as you thought. Other times, you find you're more vulnerable than you expected. And sometimes, you discover you're much stronger than you ever knew. But honestly, I was never very good at parenting. 🥲