My fiance and I are going to head out on a week long honeymoon, and we're leaving our 1-year old son with his grandparents (both sets are going to share him). As a result we're making a sheet of how to care for him, what to do in case of emergency, etc.
Some things we are including:
1) Normal routine
2) How to handle naptime
3) The bedtime routine
4) Emergency contacts
5) Medicines and how to give them
6) How to handle illnesses
7) Food limitations
8) How to prepare his meals (basic hints)
We're also including an insurance note that says that we give his grandparents persmission to take him to the emergency room that will be notorized. The MIL is going a bit crazy over that.
Is there anything we're forgetting. Any tips or hints to include?
Obviously we're not going to go crazy with strict diets and such, but we want to give them some help. HIS parents have never had our son overnight, and we have a perticular bed time routine we want to keep.
2006-09-19 17:27:51 · 15 answers · asked by FaZizzle 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
First, I think your list for your child's grandparents is very thorough. You are a young Mom and have done your homework! If your MIL is offended by a lengthy list, explain to her that even though you realize that they are COMPLETELY capable of caring for your child, the lists are also for you and your sanity. Leaving lists for WHATEVER may arise, is one way to help you relax while you're away. This way you have anticipated your child's needs and have left the tools to have them met while you're gone.Good Mommy. Don't forget Teddy and Blanky! Have a great time!
2006-09-19 18:17:02 · answer #1 · answered by helpmemama 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure they are aware of safety precautions -but you never know - Here are some things you may want to go over
just make sure they are aware of the Shaking baby Syndrome -you'd be suprised at how many grandparents didn't know you could do damage to a baby 0-24 mos by shaking them - Shaking is the first response most people mistakenly do when a child will not stop crying -
Also do a run through the house for any Choking hazards or any dangers that need to be child proofed - anything that should be put away out of his reach just like at home & if they have a pool make sure it has a gate or the outside door stays locked
And since you said he is 1 year - I assume he is over the age of SIDS risk but just make sure he has a safe & comfortable place to sleep
2006-09-20 04:40:27 · answer #2 · answered by Photogra-mama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well looks like you have'nt forgotten anything, except that they are grandparents, so case in point the have had children... I think they'll be okay. We left for mexico 21/2 yrs and 2 months old were ours, yes their routines were broken a bit but they are taking your child and who else in the whole world would you trust more? So relax and get on the plane. So big deal you'll have about a week to get him back in the swing of things. Good luck with the MIL sounds like mine!!! Go have fun and enjoy your Honeymoon!!
2006-09-20 00:42:45 · answer #3 · answered by Caden 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you need to be prepared to understand that most of your wishes may not be met. I don't know your parents or in laws but if they are anything like mine they tend to do the exact opposite of what I ask. I am the same way you are with the strict diet and schedule and if I plan on having them watch my kids, I prepare myself for the mess I will come home too. (the mess being my winy, tired, spoiled children) Just enjoy your honeymoon. Know that your kids are going to be safe and remember, there is no love like a grandparents love.
2006-09-20 10:51:21 · answer #4 · answered by TRUE PATRIOT 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're not going to enjoy this honeymoon if you don't relax...just remember both sets of grandparents raised children or a child of their own, I'm guessing they will have a fairly good idea of how to cope. Emegency contacts, medicines and a rough routine guide should be enough to get them through.
2006-09-20 00:39:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If, he is sleeping in a pack-n-play, you may want to take his crib sheet and transfer it to the pack-n-play (after he has slept on it). My youngest child would only sleep in her crib and this worked perfect on vacations. It will give him a sense of security during naps and bedtimes. As for a particular bedtime, do a dry run with the grandparents, from dinner to bath to bedtime stories to sleep. They will have a better sense of time and how long things should take to do.
2006-09-20 01:42:09 · answer #6 · answered by lynnguys 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would include what they should do in case he wakes up in the middle of the night from a bad dream or whatever. Tell them what you do so they can handle the situation the same way. Knowing that you are gone for this long may cause him to wake up for the first few nights, and he is used to the way you take care of him.
2006-09-20 03:46:44 · answer #7 · answered by momoftwo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely don't forget favortie toys & blankets. Things that are a comfort to him. His favorite cup to drink out of. Pictures of you & daddy. Diapers or potty training needs.
Could you let him stay 1 night with them before you leave for your honeymoon? That way you can see how it goes, and see if his parents tell you, "oh, I wish we'd had this or that".
2006-09-20 00:49:31 · answer #8 · answered by Michelle *The Truth Hurts 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you got most things covered. I know this is about your baby, but make sure that you leave your contact information for the grandparents as well. Phone numbers, location, room number, etc.
2006-09-20 00:39:42 · answer #9 · answered by staysee921 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL how cute...
Good luck, I guess you really have no idea why us grandparents had children..!!!
Your parents were moms and dads you know... send your child to them with his favorite toys & blanket, medicines if he takes any, and the ok to take him to emergency... Thats it
Go and enjoy yourselves, your child could NOT be in better hands..!!!
Remember you and hubby are going on a holiday, and so is your son..!!
2006-09-20 00:44:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋