Is it normal that some days you just don't take your toddler anywhere. I am pregnant and just don't feel like going anywhere or feel like spending money so we stay in the whole day. He gets whiny and I have him do some activities like paint, play with play doh and play with shavign cream but I just can't get myself to leave the house some days.
2006-08-28 06:18:41 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I guess I should mention that we have afenced in yard and he is free to come and go whenever he likes.
2006-08-28 06:26:17 · update #1
It is perfectly normal to stay in when you are pregnant and have a toddler. You are not depriving your small child anything, you are actually helping to form a solid relationship with your child. One on one time before the new baby, parental bonding. Cherish these moments, because once the new arrival is here, they will be few and far between. You don't have to go out, spend money and be seen to enjoy life!
2006-08-28 06:25:35 · answer #1 · answered by lee911 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing wrong with that at all. Your toddler also needs to learn that you can do things at home that are fun that don't cost money. If you go out all the time and have to spend something to make them happy then you might run into problems later on. Once you have the new baby it might be even harder to get out. Now he can get used to the idea that being at home is just as much fun. You sound like you know enough about what activities are good. So just go with that. If he gets too winy than change what room you are in and play in a different room or go outside for a little bit. Sometimes all one needs is a little change of scenery and you can do that without going out.
2006-08-28 06:26:55 · answer #2 · answered by AB11 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was pregnant with my third child. I just wanted to stay home with my 3 and 1 year old. Well through all my pregnancies. I think a little outdoor activity is good for you, your toddler and the baby you are carrying. You can go out, but you don't have to do it all the time. Just don't close yourself in.
2006-08-28 06:27:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's no rule that says you have to go out everyday. I am a stay at home mom with only 1 child and I have days when I stay in. Nothing wrong with it, sounds like you have some nice activities and access to the yard. You need the rest being pregnant too. Don't beat yourself up, you're doing nothing wrong!
2006-08-28 14:41:28 · answer #4 · answered by mooseny35 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a work at home mom with 3 kids. (7, 3, and 8 months old.) I am wearing my pajamas AS WE SPEAK! Don't feel bad about not wanting to leave the house. Do you have a safe area for the toddler to be outdoors for a while? I let mine play out in the back so he can get rid of his energy. Try letting him play with the tupperware cupboard.
2006-08-28 06:23:03 · answer #5 · answered by mama 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're pregnant for crying out loud! Give yourself a break! He's lucky that he's got such a good mommy that has indoor activities for him and a safe place for him to play outside. And don't forget that you are his favorite toy. He's lucky just to have your full and complete attention. And good for you saving your money, too.
And since you're going to have another baby soon, get him used to helping at home a little. Put a chair in the kitchen for him to stand on and help with the dishes or making cookie dough, or something like that. Get him one of those popping rollers so that he can pretend to vacuum when you are vacuuming.
Again, your kid's just lucky that you are home with him. Good for you.
2006-08-28 06:48:41 · answer #6 · answered by MornGloryHM 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think that beings you are expecting that you do get tired and don't want to " play". You do give him activities to do in the house. But on the other hand how hard would it be for you to pull up a nice comfy lawn chair and sit with him while he plays outside? Or is the park too far? You sit in the house, why can't you sit on a lawn chair in the yard or park? I for one would not let him play with shaving cream tho, instead give him some cool whip......lol.
2006-08-28 06:24:08 · answer #7 · answered by snobunny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like the painting and other activities you're already doing are good for building creativity in your toddler.
Look into finding a local mom's club. It gives the kids peer interactions, and you get a real adult conversation. And connections if you have more parenting questions like this.
2006-08-28 06:29:55 · answer #8 · answered by Tekguy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tis totally normal to feel a bit overwhelmed right now. I can totally empathize =) Try and find some friends locally you can go have coffee/tea with on a semi-regular basis. Even having a get together at your local McDonald's or a park would work because your toddler could play and get out their energy. My prayers are with you =)
2006-08-28 06:22:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's understandable. If you don't want to, than don't. I know that when your pregnant sometimes doing nothing can the most fun. Even that get boring sooner or later. Do as much as you want when you want to and just relaxe the rest of the time. Try to keep your toddler busy, for your sake. They love special projects. Just supervise and toddler will be happily busy and you will be okay.
2006-08-29 08:42:51 · answer #10 · answered by jrodr2001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋