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[quote=Anonymous]I have not read the responses or any follow up posts. However, I wanted to say that the lack of interest is somewhat normal- my DH definitely was not interested in our babies when they were that age. I think this is common- babies that age are pretty boring! My DH turned out to be a very involved father- but he was more engaged once they hit around a year old. All 3 of mine are in elementary school now and I think he spends more time with them than I do!

My advice: ask NICE-ly and show appreciation when he helps. Is this fair? NO! Should you have to do this (he is a parent too)- NO! But, you catch more flies with honey and do not need marital stress right now.

If you need real help, I’d ask family or hire a qualified sitter as needed. It will be money well spent! I did not have family around so used a sitter from a young-ish age and it was totally fine! Also don’t worry about cleaning, cooking etc as much (if you are). Takeout and sandwiches won’t kill you, and if he wants something better he can arrange it for himself.

I’d expect little from Dh at this stage- keep expectations low and seek support elsewhere.  Stinks and is unfair but is unfortunately typical.

If he is still like this by the time kiddo is a toddler then you have a problem. [/quote]

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