I felt depressed when I found out my baby has a heart problem. Feeling angry, guilty or depressed is normal. Knowing that your baby has a heart problem is stressful. When you first found out about your baby's problem, you may have been in shock. No, don't be afraid.
Many parents are afraid to handle their sick baby because they fear that they'll hurt the baby.
But you won't hurt your baby by holding him or her. Your baby needs your love and attention. Play with your baby, talk to your baby. These things are important for both of you. In many ways, your baby has the same needs all babies have to be loved and cared for.