Dependence in Relationships
It has been said that, in love relationships, we are seeking to duplicate the unconditional and total love we felt from our mothers in our earliest weeks and months.
By Gwen Randall-Young
October 20, 2024
Key Points from This Story:
- Mother prioritizes baby's needs
- Adults may expect similar care
- Unrealistic expectations can harm relationships
- Independence is crucial in adult love
- Self-care builds emotional resilience
- Mature love values shared growth
In a situation where mother and baby are healthy, and there has been appropriate bonding, the mother is extremely attentive to the baby's every need. She learns to anticipate what her baby will be needing next, so that she is ready and the baby does not need to experience much discomfort.
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