Sick??????

Question

My little boy Nigel is sick and i've already tooken a day off for a week and my boss says if i don't go back to work tomorrow than i'm fired.
I'd have my hubby stay home but he can't because he's working on this project @ work and he just can't stay home.
All of my family members are doing something for like the rest of the week AND i dont trust sitters to take care of my sick child.
What do i do?
Please help!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

If your boss would fire u for looking after your kid, then he is a loser, and your probably better off getting another job. Maybe look for a new job where they respect the responsibilities of parenting.

Answer 2

If your little one is still sick after a week, he probably needs to see a doctor. Check your insurance and see where you can take him? Don't have insurance? Contact your local welfare, department of economic security, whatever they may call it, and get information about programs to provide healthcare to kids.

If you plan to work while your children are young, it's just going to happen that they're going to be sick when you need to work. You have made a commitment to your job to be there, and they expect you to live up to it. You need to get to know some sitters well enough to trust one or two, for times like this. If you check out your local places of worship, or similar gathering places, you can probably meet some nice folks who stay home during the day, who can be trusted. It may also help to re-acquaint yourself with your mother's friends, especially those who don't work.

Also, call your local children's hospital. Some hospitals these days have daycare for sick children, when parents have to work. Some daycare centers also will take sick children on a day-by-day business until they're healthy enough to return to their regular daycare. These programs are usually run by trained professionals, who are very good at not only entertaining your child, but making sure he's getting enough nutrients, water, rest, and appropriate medicine.

And if all else fails, bring a nap mat, couple quiet toys, and a snack, and put him down under your desk. That's what my mama did with me lots, when she had to work. Her boss actually told her to bring me, because he couldn't let her miss any more days due to company rules, but he knew she didn't have anywhere to leave me.

For the long-term solution, though, check out your finances, and be sure you're actually earning money by working. Unless you have a great job you love, or make a lot of money, many mothers find that daycare fees, business clothes, gas and insurance, lunches, take-out dinners, and instant meals cost more than they earn at their jobs, and that the family would be better off financially if they quit and didn't need to spend money on all that. I know that was true for our family, when we worked out the math. It's a tough thing to be a working parent, I know... be sure it's worth it for your family.

Answer 3

Your baby is sick and apparently very sick if it's been a week. If you have a doctor's word that he is that sick, I really don't think your boss can fire you legally. Depends where you are. In some states they don't even have to have a reason anymore. If he's that heartless, I wouldn't want to work for him anyway. If your son is that sick, he needs his mommy. To **** with your boss! You were looking for a job when you got that one. Hope the little guy feels better soon!

Answer 4

Has your child been sick for a week? What type of sickness does he have? If he's been sick for a week, take him to a doctor. Twice before, I've been sick for two weeks, and last August I was sick for three weeks. It's not fun. An adult has a hard time throwing up for so long, and children have a much harder time because they are not fully developed. If your child has been vomiting for a week, take him to a doctor. How old is your child? And if you have to ask strangers in a blog on the internet what to do with your child who's been sick for a week, you need a doctor too, but one for the brain. You ALWAYS take your sick child to the doctor, PERIOD!!!!!! The doctor is there to heal us, and your child is sick, so you take him to the doctor! If you don't, I ask, are you greatly enjoying watching your son vomit?

Answer 5

Have your husband come home for half the day while you go to work and then have him go to work for the rest of the day while you stay home. Can you both take at least half the day off?

Answer 6

LOOK if i told you this you may think its made up. BUT my sister was fired from 6 jobs before she finally went home to stay 4 a while. SHE started up a yard sale business and made 100+ a week and she stayed home.

Answer 7

That is a problem. First you have to know what is your number one priority. Your son I hope. You can always find a new job.
Stay at home with your son and find a new job. That's what I would do if I was in your place.

Answer 8

I am sorry but your hubby is a prick if he doesn't wanna miss work for one day. I don't care if he has a project to do. His child comes first, and if you are being threatened at work, he should understand that. Ask him to stay home and you go to work. Don't lose your job.

Answer 9

Take your child to the dr. and get an excuse. Your job can not fire you if you have the excuse. If they try to you can get in touch with the department of labor for your area. Try to explain to your supervisor your problem. Hopefully they will understand. I hope your son feels better.

Answer 10

either you take him to work and dont let your boss know hes sick any more or you should get a close friend to watch him and then you wont get fired you wont have to get a babysitter and your son will get better and it also depends on how old he is if you should leave him at the house by him self