I dont feel drawn to babies at all. I feel no desire to hold a baby. It just feels awkward when new parents bring their baby to you and say with delight “Look at our little girl, ain’t she beautiful. Here, hold her. Please hold her.” Inside, I cringe. Many times I have tried to decline while moving away but I always get stuck holding it. I have to lie, “oh yeah, awesome.” And put on the best smile I can muster. What I really want to say is, “Ah no, that’s a hard pass. No, I don’t want to hold your baby. No, that ain’t the most beautiful thing I’ve seen. No, I can’t really see if she looks like mom or dad.” I don’t dislike babies. I just don’t care to be around them until they reach their adult years. Now if you bring me a furry puppy, kitten, or bunny – I will instantly melt and eagerly want to hold them. If any of you new parents notice that a friend appears to withdraw at your offer and says no, don’t push your baby into their arms. We are very happy for you – it’s your beautiful bundle of joy. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.