glass of wine every day before dinner. I never go beyond that.
My 2 year old child watches this and she says that daddy is drinking juice.
So is it OK for me drink before child every day?
2006-10-03 05:44:44 · 16 answers · asked by John 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I'm not a parent, for so many reasons, but I would say two things:
1) It's not wrong to do this, and in fact as she gets older it can become a great learning experience for her. My best friend was raised by a couple of wine aficionados, and she was taught from an early age that wines (and other alcohols) are something that should be *enjoyed*, and not merely slurped down in large amounts for the sake of intoxication.
2) I would start now and point out that you are not drinking juice. Just like they say you're not ever supposed to refer to pills as "candy" to a child, lest the kids decide to consume more than they really should. It'd be up to you and mommy to decide if she should be allowed to sample the wine and see for herself that it's not juice. (Just from personal experience: if you're drinking red wine, I suspect one sip would be all it takes to keep her off the stuff for a good while yet. ;)
2006-10-03 05:53:52 · answer #1 · answered by Katie S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I grew up in a european household. My father is a german citizen living in the states. My mother is italian and we have drank beer or wine with dinner or at family outtings since I was a small child. I think at 2, it's not a big issue. You could be drinking "moo juice" for milk or "juice" for soda...it shouldn't be a concern at that age what they think your juice really is. As they get older, get curious...it should be explained that it is indeed an adult drink. When they older, as in 10 or older and they ask, sit down and explain it in depth that it is only a once a day thing, you don't abuse it, drive, hurt anyone, etc. When we make children see things as taboo and make things so blown out of proportion, they are more apt to want to experiment and do dumb stuff down the road. Just my two cents. I have a 12 yr old and he's seen how alcohol can be abused by an uncle and he recognized it as dumb and childish and damaging in so many way. Good luck!
2006-10-03 07:09:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure that there are plenty of people who will get all upset and say this is the wrong thing to do, but I think it's almost a good thing. If she's seeing people having a single drink, and being moderate, that's a great example for her to have. It's better than having her watch you drink only on weekends, and until you become intoxicated. At 2 she doesn't even know what you're drinking, so I wouldn't worry at this point.
2016-03-27 03:22:59 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont see anything wrong with that! My aunt does it too. She says its a calm pleasure for her and she only has one glass. If ya go beyond that than yeah you shouldnt drink, but ONE glass is nothing! Just make sure u keep out of her reach!! They have non-alcohol wine for children! Have her do the same with u! So she can feel like shes fit in with u! Its something fun for her if mommy does it why cant I??
2006-10-03 05:50:48 · answer #4 · answered by smile114 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I do not see anything wrong with it. With my own child, I do try to save drinking a wine or a beer until after she is asleep. (It is much more enjoyable that way!) But I think that as long as you do not abuse alcohol, then you are fine. Plus, at that age, they really have no idea the difference between what you are drinking.
2006-10-03 06:24:22 · answer #5 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah a glass of wine I think is fine. kids prob dont know whats in it. Unless they ask for a sip. Beer is diffrent because its in a bottle or can and it all looks the same. You dont want her to say someday that "oh my daddy and/or Mommy drink that all the time. Over all tho I think its okay you are the adult, you can do what you want
2006-10-03 05:49:02 · answer #6 · answered by BOOTS! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am in a high pressure business and I like to enjoy a glass of brandy or scotch when I get home before dinner. We drink wine and beer in front of the kids. they understand that it is an adult drink and that if you drink too much you can get sick. I also let them sip a taste of any new drink I am having. i would rather end their curiosity in front of me than to have them drink behind my back and ingest too much. My three kids understand that wine, beer, and booze is something that adults like to enjoy and that it should be done in moderation.
2006-10-03 06:49:38 · answer #7 · answered by dumb guy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're not drinking to excess and laying around drunk, of course it is okay! I believe it will show her how to have a healthy appreciation for wine/beer as she grows up. When my son was 2, he once said to me in the grocery store "You like beer Mommy??" very loudly. I was a little embarassed, as the lil old ladies just looked at me, but I told him "Yes, honey, I like beer". Just make sure she is not having a drink of your "juice"...LOL.
2006-10-03 05:50:04 · answer #8 · answered by Legs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure it's fine. A nice glass of wine never hurt anyone. As long as you are being responsible and not getting drunk in front of your little girl, I don't see anything wrong with it.
2006-10-03 05:47:50 · answer #9 · answered by DiVenanzo™ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see a problem with if as long as they witness responsible drinking and don't see you getting drunk. I say that because they will follow your example.
It's probably debatable though.
2006-10-03 05:48:37 · answer #10 · answered by Leroy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋