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even if you are a stay at home mom....
We are going to be checking out a part time day care situation.....it will ultimately depend on cost...but we are really wanting her to be around other kids her age and start to develop social skills....now that she is about to turn "1".
And if it works out, I may get a part time job too, to get out of the house for a few hours a day and have some adult interaction.....
now, please don't slam me on not wanting to be with her 24/7. Although I do understand that I am asking for your thoughts.....
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I completely understand you wanting social interaction for you and your daughter but I would not decide on daycare as an option. Unless it was absolutely necessary I would not let anyone take care of my 1 year old on a regular basis. They need their mommy more than they need friends. How about a playdate or just taking her to the park or mall with other kids on a regular basis. I do take my 4 year old to preschool twice a week for social and educational purposes. She understands that she will only be there for a few hours and mommy will pick her up. She loves it. A 1 year old will not understand why you are leaving them. Just my opinion, not slamming!
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I think that is great! Of course I have almost always worked at least part time. My dh last night was saying that we really NEED to get my 4 yr old into daycare because he has become way too Mommy attached!!!!
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I think it's a great thing, too. I worked at 2 day cares before becoming a teacher. One-year-olds can do really well in a day care environment. This would also give you a little break, too - and the opportunity to have adult interaction. Please understand that I am not saying that children should go into day care just to give the parents a break! That isn't it at all. I'm just saying that in your situation, part-time day care could be a really good thing for you and your child. I say, "go for it"! Best of luck whatever you decide to do.
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Originally Posted by Happymom
...... has become way too Mommy attached!!!!
That is exactly what is happening.....I am with her 24/7....and she doesn't want anyone else, doing anything with her or for her. I am thinking she needs a few hours away from me. I don't think that is a bad thing.
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I think it is a great idea! It will give you some time off - even if you are working - and help you stay sane! I always think that regular interaction with other children is great! It really helps with sharing and being comfortable with social interaction. I can see a lot of difference in children who stay at home all day and those that go to day care. Maybe it will help her boost her resistance to illness in preparation for school too!
Go for it! She will enjoy going to see her friends and also getting that special time with mommy afterwards!
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I didn't do it that young, but at 2, all of mine have gone to Mother's Day Out. If you can't find part time daycare, you may look into that. Most area churches do it now. Here, and in Alabama, we have the option of 1, 2, or 3 days a week. Some do it from 9-12pm, some do it from 9-2pm. We are in the 9-2pm, twice a weeker!!! I think social skills are important, too...and this is giving that to them and BACK to me!!!!
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Originally Posted by KayleezMom
I think it is a great idea! It will give you some time off - even if you are working - and help you stay sane! I always think that regular interaction with other children is great! It really helps with sharing and being comfortable with social interaction. I can see a lot of difference in children who stay at home all day and those that go to day care. Maybe it will help her boost her resistance to illness in preparation for school too!
Go for it! She will enjoy going to see her friends and also getting that special time with mommy afterwards!
I'd like to know the difference in children who stay at home all day and those that go to day care. Please share.
Boost resistance too illness? UGGGGGGGGGGGG
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I think it's a great idea...kids needs that interaction with others just to learn social skills, if not for anything else. And don't think of it as getting a break...think of it as a learning experience for both of you; a social and separation experience!
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I have seen a family friend's daughter not being social at all and clinging to her mother 24/7 and she stays home. It is rare to hear the child speak - and she can speak perfectly well. She is very different when she is at home with mom. I'm sure there are many children who stay home and aren't like this. But I see no harm in children going to daycare and expreiencing another environment.
I think it is best as here to support each other. I was merely stating it is a good opportunity. I know I need a break! You need a some time every week where someone isn't depending on you to relax.
I stand corrected after googling and seeing daycare doesn't improve anything in regards to getting sick.