Joanna Fortune: My baby won't let me cuddle him since my hospital stay 

He may look cross with you but the truth is probably nearer to the fact that he missed you — he was sad and couldn’t understand why you disappeared

The hospitalisation of a parent can be very disruptive for any child and it is quite typical that their behaviour reflects this. Picture: iStock 

 

I had to go to the hospital for a small procedure but ended up staying over a week as I developed an infection. Though my 14-month-old was very well looked after by his dad and grandparents, he was very angry when I got home and even slapped me. Though it's a month since it happened, he’s still off form and won’t let me cuddle him. I’m being patient but the lack of connection is deeply upsetting. What would you suggest?