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Is it normal to be obsessed with your toddler?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes—if you mean you adore your toddler and love spending time with them, that’s a very common part of being a parent. It’s also normal to need breaks and have parts of your life that aren’t about your child.

If “obsessed” is your playful way of saying you think your toddler is wonderful, want to cuddle them, and can’t stop talking about their latest tiny achievement, you’re in familiar parent territory. Toddlers change so quickly, and caring for them can make your attention feel very focused on them.

You can love your kid intensely and still want time alone, adult conversation, or a closed bathroom door. Those things don’t make you a less devoted parent. If the feeling is distressing or is making it hard to function or respect your child’s boundaries, it may help to talk it through with someone you trust.

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