tigerlover

i brought a male african grey called charlie from pet shop, he was a womans bird but she had to get rid of him due to no pets allowed in flat. I am so nervous as i suffer anxiety so scared in case he bites, but he tends to go to my partner more than me and it upsets me as i love charlie and want him to trust me, i dont know what to do, im not rushing him i talk to him alot and give him treats, and he says morning mummy. But how can we both stop feeling nervous as i know he wants to bond with me. charlie is 7 years old he has so much character and is a sweet boy. we have only had him a week and a half. my partner can stroke him and tickle him but sometimes does accept partner and sometimes dont, i tell my partner to go slow, dont rush him, thats why he shows he has had enough. I tell charlie i love him and wont hurt him as he shakes when i go near him so i sing to him. any ideas so i dont feel nervous. i will post some pics of charlie soon.