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Kissing My Baby's Face Off |
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2009-08-10
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Kissing My Baby's Face Off
Hi, I'm Dr. Laura Schlessinger and welcome to my YouTube Channel. And this question came in from a mommy, who got embarrassed. Her name is Mallorie:
"Recently my husband and I took a plane trip with our then 3 month old son. [Chuckles] (You're really brave) A fellow woman passenger actually said to me, "You're going to kiss that baby's face off." (Is that close to saying, 'If you make a face, it stays frozen'?) I replied, 'I know, I can't help it.' After thinking about it, I realized she said it with annoyance and not a sweet disposition. I mentioned to my husband some days later that her comment bothered me. And his reply? 'Well, the kissing was kind of annoying.' [Laughs] (I guess because you weren't doing it to him.) I listen to you everyday and I am extra curious as to what you think! I will continue to kiss my bundle of joy miracle, but still wonder, how is loving your baby annoying? Could I kiss him and hug him and love him too much?"
Uh, I think the lady was feeling guilt because she was not that affectionate, and people tend to get critical when they feel guilt. I think your husband was envious because, maybe, he's not getting that attention. So I think it is wonderful that you're kissing your baby up like a storm. I mean, sucking on the cheeks, biting on --I think it's wonderful. It's all great and fabulous.
I think when somebody criticizes you like that, say, "You know what? I'm sorry you missed out on this great feeling." (That'll shut them up.) And when your husband says it was annoying, say, "How about I do it to you?" And then do it! He's probably not getting enough affection and it's all going to the kid. Come on, spread it around! (Just not with the lady in the plane.)
I'm Dr. Laura Schlessinger [makes kissing noises], see you next time.
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