How To Get A Baby To Like You?
OK, so here's the deal...
This is Ava. My newest Granddaughter. She's 6 months old.
Looks friendly, right?
Looks approachable!
Think again.
Every time she is handed to me, she lets out a blood-curdling scream, loud enough to raise the dead!
And before you suggest sitting with her through a "bit" of screaming, and then she will probably stop, I've tried that, and no, she does not stop until I hand her back to "The Momma." (My Daughter, Becca)
Her sister, 2-year-old, Sophia, has no issues with me, readily climbing up in my lap to read a book, or just sitting and talking with Pee-Paw for a while.
But, Ava? No way, Jose!
I even tried to research "Ways To Make A Baby Happy" on Google.
Here are some of the so called "Easy Tricks"...
1. Sing a happy song! (I can't even hear myself think over the screaming!)
2. Pat the little one on the back gently. (This intensifies the screaming.)
3. Bounce the baby-Babies enjoy this. (Ava does NOT enjoy this!)
4. Take care of the baby (I'm going to try giving her a bottle on the next feeding.)
5. Do a silly dance. (I'm pretty good at silly dances, but this does not seem to impress her.)
6. Get a puppy! (This might work, but unfortunately, it's not an option. My Daughter has 2 cats!)
7. Other babies or older children...(She definitely likes Sister Sophia more than she likes me, but will scream when I hold her, even if her Sister is right next to us.)
8. Tickle your baby! (She doesn't seem to enjoy tickling.)
9. Make weird sounds. (Again, I'm pretty creative at making weird sounds, but it only increases the overall noise level, and doesn't diminish the screaming.)
10. Peek-a-Boo...(She seems frightened when I do this, and ramps up the screaming a notch.)
Nothing seems to work. She sits on Mom's lap, and kind of looks at me like I'm an alien.
I know she will outgrow this, but in the meantime, I'm throwing myself at the mercy of my comrades here at Wealthy Affiliate...
How can I get baby Ava to like me?
UPDATE: Ava took half a bottle from me, although she seemed a bit anxious. I was also able to get her to sleep, by holding her tight against my chest. It was actually a fairly quick procedure.
Suggestions, anyone?
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There is NO chance in this world that she is not going to love you.
You are going to see to it that she does...besides she is a girl.
You know how to handle those beasts!!!!!
That is one of your areas of expertise.
Those are beautiful pictures of gorgeous little girls.
Thank you for sharing them with us.
For now, be grateful that Ave is as she is. You love a challenge.
I have a feeling she is going to be the inspiration for a song or two.
Great post.
Susan
Hahaha... That might have been the only girl who didn't fall for Rick- he is anxious....lol..:)
Hey Rick,
Be patient man. She has to grow and she will come around. As much as you are liked and admired by WA members, you are in
the cat bird's seat and you will be rewarded. It will be so special
that you will be overjoyed. Hang in there.
Your Friend,
Ken
Give her a little bit of time -- sounds like you made a little bit of progress with the feeding! Maybe try singing a little song to her while she is eating! In time, you have both Ava and Sophia fighting for the right to have you all to herself! LOL
Haha, my in-laws have the same issue with my daughter (she is 5.5m) :D:D:D I read that at this age babies go through emotional development what does it mean is that babies do not like strangers :D I know that you are not (so my in-laws are not strangers), but babies do not see some ppl very often so it takes time for them to accept them:) Just try to be around your granddaughter more often so she will get use to you :)
Thanks, Anna. Unfortunately, we're 4 or 5 hours apart, and everybody works, so it's tough to visit more often. We do our best. Thanks for commenting! :)
well, my in-laws live 10 mins from us but they visit us once a week still. It will go away with the time so do not stress out:) It is one of the periods of their development:) Ask her parents may be to show your pictures and telling that that is her grandfather just an idea)
Every baby is unique and it looks like your granddaughter has quite a temper so does my little girl:)
Yep. The parents do show pictures and such, but I think she's just still too little, Anna! :)
Music works on mine Rick and since you are such an expert in that I'm sure it will soothe them in short order. My latest grandson was wailing a storm and when a great song along with a smile happened his face cleared to a smile instantly! Not just a happy song but actions and emphasis along with it.
I'm sure the Sue started smiling fast when it was her turn!
They all seem to go through the Mommyitis, Mike, but that doesn't make it any easier. I kind of bide my time until they like me better. :)
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You got me on this one.
It's a dilemma, Kevin.