Day 2: Attachment Issues?

[SammeeNGypsy]

So, this is the second day I've had my Pearly Conure Gypsy.
Yesturday was kind of rough, but today she's been eatting a lot & I managed to get her out of the cage & teach her how to step up.
But. . .
I brought her into my mom's room.

I feel like this was a mistake, because I was holding her & she kept flying to my mom.
She was only in her room for a little while, but I'm worried she may like my mom more then me.

How do I get her to like me more?
Would keeping her in my room, with only me taking her out help? Or is it too late?

[maxollie]

I think it was a good idea that you brought her into your mom's room. Personally, I think a small room, even the bathroom, is a great place to do bird training. You are doing a great job, Samme, already having taught her to step up and this is only her 2nd day with you. I don't think you have to worry about her liking your mom more than you. Are you the one that is with her most of the time? Are you the one that is feeding her, and interacting with her? You can continue training by teaching her to fly to you from her cage, to your room. Have a treat or a piece of millet in your hand, and give the command for her to fly to you, perhaps to your room. When she does fly to you, then "reward" her with that treat or piece of millet. This teaches her that when you call her to fly to you, and if she does it, she will get a treat. And also, in my opinion, she can be friends with both of you. You will be the main caregiver who is taking care of her, and feeding her, and teaching her new things, but your mom can also be a part of the plan, and interact with her too. So, I really think everything will work out fine, and Gypsy will be your very best friend. Keep up the great work you are doing with her.

[Ghosth]

I agree with Ellen, small bedroom or bathroom is a great place for training.

As for bird bonding with mom vs you, see if you can't entice it to spend a half hour every day sitting on your shoulder. Mom gives short visits, you give shoulder time. Read a book, watch tv, read the tiel forums, just do it with Gypsy on your shoulder.