Am I strong woman I removed my pregnancy alone no one checked on me during pregnancy my husband and I have to stay in long distance bcoz of his work so throughout pregnancy I was alone but now his family is asking about my child it makes me think why now they want to see my child..my husband also never says any appreciation words to me. I and baby stay alone solely take care of him...why I feeling that way am I being selfish or protective for baby I don't like anyone touching my baby I don't know why I behaving this way...removed most of the phase alone
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You are an incredibly strong woman, and what you’ve been through is no small thing. Going through pregnancy, birth, and caring for a child alone, without emotional or physical support, is exhausting and deeply challenging. It’s completely understandable that now, when people who were absent before suddenly want to be involved, you feel protective, even resentful. This isn’t selfishness—it’s a natural response to the loneliness, emotional struggle, and self-reliance you had to develop. You were left to handle everything alone, and now that you and your baby have created your own world, it’s hard to let others in. On top of that, the lack of appreciation from your husband may be making you feel even more unseen and undervalued, adding to your frustration and emotional exhaustion.
What you’re feeling is a mix of protectiveness, emotional hurt, and a deep desire to be recognized for your strength and sacrifices. You are not wrong for feeling this way. However, it might help to slowly process these emotions and allow yourself to heal. If your husband’s family truly wants to be involved, you can set boundaries that feel safe for you and your baby rather than shutting them out completely. At the same time, expressing your feelings to your husband—letting him know you need emotional validation and recognition—may help ease some of the resentment. You are doing an amazing job, but you don’t have to carry all of this alone forever. Connect with me at nine eight nine one five two seven six three six, and let’s work through these feelings together so that you feel supported and in control.
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