Well at least this morning it's snowy, I had no idea it would be snowy like this. Debating whether to hit the road to go to gym, we will see what happens over the next hour. What's everyone up to this weekend?
E has a birthday party for a girl in her class. I'm driving myself crazy trying to figure out what to do for childcare. Center? But O has never been in a center and has been with the same 3-5 kids his whole life (one being his sister), and I am worried putting him in full time all at once. Or try to get O in preschool this fall that has a class for 2 yo a couple days a week and do a nanny? Switch both kids to Montessori? H also suggested putting both kids in preschool and having him go part time (80%-60%) and seeing if our moms could each take a day or two (which is actually the most logistically nightmarish situation). I don't think he realizes that since the kids are only going to be in half day preschools (and different ones) most of that "downtime" is going to be spent driving around picking kids up. I started researching au pairs too, but I don't think it'd be a good fit for us. We're not the most warm and fuzzy family and I feel like au pairs work best when they become part of your family. H also suggest this morning that we both go part time (80%) and see if our moms would watch the kids a day or two.
Can someone slap me and tell me I'm overthinking this?
E has a birthday party for a girl in her class. I'm driving myself crazy trying to figure out what to do for childcare. Center? But O has never been in a center and has been with the same 3-5 kids his whole life (one being his sister), and I am worried putting him in full time all at once. Or try to get O in preschool this fall that has a class for 2 yo a couple days a week and do a nanny? Switch both kids to Montessori? H also suggested putting both kids in preschool and having him go part time (80%-60%) and seeing if our moms could each take a day or two (which is actually the most logistically nightmarish situation). I don't think he realizes that since the kids are only going to be in half day preschools (and different ones) most of that "downtime" is going to be spent driving around picking kids up. I started researching au pairs too, but I don't think it'd be a good fit for us. We're not the most warm and fuzzy family and I feel like au pairs work best when they become part of your family. H also suggest this morning that we both go part time (80%) and see if our moms would watch the kids a day or two.
Can someone slap me and tell me I'm overthinking this?
For sure overthinking. They would both totally be fine in a center. Most kids love it. My nephew has a nanny and they can hardly get him out of the class when he goes to pick up my DS. It's like they just know "hey these are my people, I'll do what they do." And it's totally fine. It's just a preference.
With your alls work schedule nanny would seem easier for you all and they could take the kids to part time preschool and do all the dressing and running around. If you and your H could stagger start and end time, like you be gone 6am-4pm and your H gone 8-6 or something - that way you're only paying nanny for 8-4 or whatever. Idk which would be the cheaper option.
I would go with a center, and have your moms help out with the transition. So maybe O could only be part time for a week or two until he's more comfortable and then go full time. I'm sure he'll adjust just fine. I was worried about the transition from one daycare to another (which I know is different than what you're facing) but it has been seamless so far.
chrispy1122 how long did your current dcp give you to find a new place? I'd probably go with a center, it would just be easier logistically and I think he'll do fine with the transition, although I'm sure there will be some rough drop offs at first. But N loves her school now and is always happy to go.
Post by chrispy1122 on Mar 4, 2017 10:08:20 GMT -5
We have until June so plenty of time to figure things out. I think a center probably makes the most sense for us. If we pick a center in the area, they probably have transportation to E's school, so she could still go there during the school year. I like the idea of transitioning over a week or two.
I think I'm stuck on the idea of a nanny because it would be so nice to have the flexibility of letting the kids sleep in just a little longer when they need it. Mornings are miserable because the kids are so tired and I worry about them not getting enough sleep.
Post by mrscatfarmer13 on Mar 4, 2017 10:10:29 GMT -5
chrispy1122 M went from being with my mom FT for 3 years to a center FT and has adjusted well. O will be fine if that's what you decide. Kids are resilient.
We have until June so plenty of time to figure things out. I think a center probably makes the most sense for us. If we pick a center in the area, they probably have transportation to E's school, so she could still go there during the school year. I like the idea of transitioning over a week or two.
I think I'm stuck on the idea of a nanny because it would be so nice to have the flexibility of letting the kids sleep in just a little longer when they need it. Mornings are miserable because the kids are so tired and I worry about them not getting enough sleep.
What about seeing if you can find a nanny who could work 4 long days a week (I'm assuming the thing holding you back with a nanny is your long work hours?) and then having your moms handle Fridays? That way each grandmother will only have to take every other Friday instead of 1-2 days each week.
We have until June so plenty of time to figure things out. I think a center probably makes the most sense for us. If we pick a center in the area, they probably have transportation to E's school, so she could still go there during the school year. I like the idea of transitioning over a week or two.
I think I'm stuck on the idea of a nanny because it would be so nice to have the flexibility of letting the kids sleep in just a little longer when they need it. Mornings are miserable because the kids are so tired and I worry about them not getting enough sleep.
What about seeing if you can find a nanny who could work 4 long days a week (I'm assuming the thing holding you back with a nanny is your long work hours?) and then having your moms handle Fridays? That way each grandmother will only have to take every other Friday instead of 1-2 days each week.
This is what I was thinking. Though I'm sure both would be fine in a center. If I had to change today and start DS2 at a center I think with two weeks he would be totally adjusted. Kids are better with the change than we are as adults.
Waiting to get my blood drawn for the glucose test. Honestly the drink wasn't as awful as I remember it with DD. I opted for fruit punch instead of orange this time, and that was much easier to get down. FX I can pass...
And then go get chick fil a for lunch lol. I can't stop thinking about the nuggets and fries.
Waiting to get my blood drawn for the glucose test. Honestly the drink wasn't as awful as I remember it with DD. I opted for fruit punch instead of orange this time, and that was much easier to get down. FX I can pass...
And then go get chick fil a for lunch lol. I can't stop thinking about the nuggets and fries.
Good luck! Glad to hear it wasn't that bad. I chose fruit punch this time too. I remember the orange drink being orange in color last time, and this time all the options were clear. So I am hoping it's like a "new and improved" version. My glucose test is in 2 weeks.
I hated that drink the first go around. The second time I just asked and they let me eat food instead. I think it was like a bagel and cream cheese with orange juice. Much more enjoyable.
Post by sstwinklinglites on Mar 4, 2017 12:13:04 GMT -5
GL with the test lindsay. Mine is being scheduled at my next appt. at 25 weeks. I failed the one hr. last time and had to go for the three. I asked and it's still being done the same way.
Post by sstwinklinglites on Mar 4, 2017 12:30:13 GMT -5
My days been great so far ::sarcasm font.::
1. DS has a cold. The snot is flowing aplenty.
2. We took my car to the mechanic. We know there's something wrong with the fuel system. Hoping it's an injector and not the fuel pump. When we got there they were closed. So we left the car and I have to go back Monday to drop off he keys and talk to them. The car almost didn't make the drive to the mechanic.
2. My clueless H has been driving his car around with a bad control arm (this holds the chasis to the wheel basically). It sounds awful. It's also dangerous. We just got four new tires and the car is already terribly out of alignment. I'm like, wtf did you think was wrong with it? So as soon as my car comes out of the mechanic, his has to go back in. And this is the car I'm stuck with while mine is at the mechanic (will only drive when totally necessary). His job got him a rental because he's heading to Cleveland tomorrow for a few days.
4. Oh, and we're supposed to be moving, but these cars are sucking every last dime from us. I keep telling myself these are normal wear / tear repairs and it's still cheaper than two car payments, but I'm feeling super bummed.
I finally got all caught up from being MIA yesterday. So not only did MIL just move, then we are in the middle of moving, but my friend is moving this weekend too. Thankfully she is a single lady, so she has way less stuff, but still. Holy balls. I helped her all day yesterday and I'm exhausted. Tomorrow we are going back to the house to clean and get the rest of our stuff organized and in the garage. Carpet goes in on tues, then we should be on the market. I'm hoping it sells quick!
It seems like with finances, when it rains, it pours sstwinklinglites. I hope you can still get into a house soon. babylove518 moving once was exhausting. Just thinking of moving 3 people makes me want a nap. FX your house goes quickly!
I'm so mortified. We were just at Kroger and from across the dairy department DS1 yells loud, "mommy, what's wrong with that boy?" It was a little kid with severe eczema on his face. He also had downs, but DS1 clarifying yell of "his face is all red" leads me to believe that was what he noticed. The kid's dad heard. I wanted to die. DS1 and I pulled over in a quiet aisle and had a long talk about. Someone tell me this is just my kid being a kid and not me sucking as a mom?
I'm so mortified. We were just at Kroger and from across the dairy department DS1 yells loud, "mommy, what's wrong with that boy?" It was a little kid with severe eczema on his face. He also had downs, but DS1 clarifying yell of "his face is all red" leads me to believe that was what he noticed. The kid's dad heard. I wanted to die. DS1 and I pulled over in a quiet aisle and had a long talk about. Someone tell me this is just my kid being a kid and not me sucking as a mom?
He's 2.5. He's being 2.5. You're a great mom. You did perfectly by having a talk with him. Hopefully the dad understands that it was just a toddler being a toddler.
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