XP: Leaving my babies for the weekend

[bocaburger]

TLDR: I think I have to leave my babies for the weekend, tell me it will be ok.

The long version: H has a weekend-long job interview across the country. In his field it's typical for spouses to join for this part of the process. They have meetings/ activities set up for me including a preschool tour and a meeting with a realtor. I would really like to go. There will not be another chance to check out the area before potentially moving there. However, it will be too distracting for H to have the babies there. We debated getting childcare there but I think it will be too complicated and stressful to travel with them.

So, will it be ok? Have you done it? They are 6.5 months. I have never left them for longer than 6 hours. They are night weaned and STTN the last 2 nights. I BF but occasionally supplement so I can leave formula for them.

What am I not thinking of? I should probably specify that either my parents or ILs will stay at our apartment with them.

[lastkiss]

It'll be harder on you then them - they'll be fine!
We left DS around that age for the first time. I don't think he realized we were gone, although was happy to see us when we came back.

Having your parents stay at your place makes it super easy for supplies.

We left MIL with a typical schedule and list of foods etc to avoid, along with medical cards just in case.

[lotusbee]

You can doooo it! It's hard. We left my son around 7 months or so and it was a great short time away with just DH and I. It's amazing what just a few days can do for you as a reset!

Not to mention, it sounds like you'll be able to focus at the task at hand -- which is important if you might be moving there!

I agree with lastkiss re: the typical schedule. And the fact that they'll be in their own environment will be so much easier for the babes and grandparents!

Good luck!

[pbandj714]

You can do it! Like everyone said, it will be harder on you than them. We are taking our first overnight away trip coming up next month (they'll be 9 mo), and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, but it will all be ok. It will give you guys a chance to really immerse yourselves in the reason for the trip and spend time just the 2 of you. It will be infinitely easier for you and the grandparents that they'll be staying at your place with all the essentials on hand. It sounds like you're on top of things as far as leaving lists and important contacts.

Enjoy!

[bocaburger]

Thanks guys! We decided to go for it. I am freaking out a little. I miss them already!