I have a 3yo and I want him in the room when I have his brother he has gone to all the appts with me(my husbands in the Military). My husband will be gone over seas when this one is due (Oct). Also what about the BRING A NEW BABY HOME, right know he cant wait and kisses and hugs my belly a few times a day could that change.
2006-08-24 12:58:11 · 13 answers · asked by lacmcentire 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
It could change. Just make sure you spend time with him also.
2006-08-24 13:01:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I personally wouldn't bring a small child into the delivery room with me, but not because of what you might think. I would be more worried about the child getting scared about seeing mommy "hurting"........ at three they don't quite understand the cncept that it will b over soon, all they know is mommys hurting and they can't make it better. As for helping him be ok with the new baby at home, let him help with decisions, where to put the crib in the room, what color sheets, clothes ect.... giving him some control of the situation even that little bit will make him feel like a big helper.......... Good Luck!!
2006-08-25 00:54:28 · answer #2 · answered by kim h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure that having him in the room when you give birth is a great idea. Check with your DR. and see what he thinks. It may be to hard for him to understand what is happening. Yes he probably will be a bit jealous when the new baby comes home, but make sure you set a time aside every day when you can spend time with just him like you do now. This will make it a lot easier and also let him help out as much as he can. Thank you for your husbands bravery and yours for being without him while he is fighting. God Bless him and his fellow troops.
2006-08-24 20:04:57 · answer #3 · answered by {Lisa} 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't bring him into the room. What if there are complications? He would be in total panic if anything happens to you. Have him come in right after the baby is born. When you get home, have him help you with everything. Can you get Mommy a diaper, can you get Mommy a towel, etc... He will feel like he is the most important thing. Good luck to you and Best wishes for your husband's safe return.
2006-08-24 22:25:55 · answer #4 · answered by Lissa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations! I'm not sure he's old enough to see you give birth. That can be pretty scary to see mommy hurting. Best to have him come in the room right after the baby is born. Maybe let him hold the baby with you. Our kids are subjectived to so much now on tv on the streets, you can't protect them from seeing bad things. But don't start him so young, bad things will come soon enough. Give him the good stuff now, happy memories, memories of good feelings. Fill his little head with all the happiness you can give him now that will last him forever. Oh, and thank you and your husband for protecting us!
2006-08-24 20:06:12 · answer #5 · answered by Alterfemego 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why would you take him in the room?He does'nt need to see that.Husbands can barely handle it,he's 3 he should'nt have to.It is not nessacary for him to be in the room while you deliver,he can be there afterwards.Yes his feelings towards the new baby will probably change.All kids get jealous of the new baby at some point.
2006-08-24 21:24:21 · answer #6 · answered by hotmama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure to give lots of love and attention to your 3 year old as well. Shouldn't be a big problem. Also, check out Mommytalk.com for lots of advice and tips -- I've been spending so much time on there lately -- it's my new fav website, besides Yahoo answers! hehe
2006-08-24 20:04:29 · answer #7 · answered by Amanda B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont bring him in the room. it could tramatize him for life! it probably will change. he probably wont like him once hes here b/c he would be taking his mom away from him. try to include your 3yo in everything you do with the new baby!
2006-08-24 20:03:02 · answer #8 · answered by Ariel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think being in the delivery room is inappropriate for a young child. they have no concept of what is really going on and what would happen if he suddenly threw a fit. some doctors won't even allow young children in the room. he would only really be in the way.
2006-08-24 20:43:17 · answer #9 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi thinck that it is great that your 3yr old is so open to a new baby i think that this bond that he already has whith his little brother will only get stronger when he arrives and as they get older.I am sorry your husband will miss out on the birth of his child.
2006-08-24 20:03:04 · answer #10 · answered by mcdanieljoanie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋