Why Am I Resenting My Child?

Minor feelings of resentment are one of the normal emotions of parenting. But more frequent or intense feelings of resentment can be a sign that something needs to change. ... As our kids get older, we might feel resentment because we're doing too much for them. Still try to take time for yourself.

How do I stop resenting my child?

Is it normal to not like your child?

While it's perfectly normal to find your child annoying occasionally, or dislike aspects of him or her, not liking them long term can usually be traced back to a reason, or sometimes several. There might have been a rupture in the bonding process. ... Or they find it hard to cope with a child's extreme vulnerability.