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Most new dads worry more than moms about bonding. It's often hard to see their wives or partners time so consumed with the newborn, and it isn't uncommon for dads to feel a little jealous of the time that mom and newborn are sharing together

Many dads start feeling more bonded to their newborn when they are given the opportunity to share in newborn feedings. If you are able to introduce a bottle to your newborn, consider letting dad share in one or two of the daily feedings

Fortunately if this is not possible there are a number of other ways that a dad can create a bond, including by changing the baby, rocking the baby to sleep and even burping the baby. Remember that it is important for a dad to find time to enjoy your baby at times other than when he/she is simply crying.