I'm thinking about putting my 18mth old toddler into a day nursery for two days a week.opinions please?

Answer 1

You know what? I think you would both benefit. You would have a chance to have some time to yourself and thus would be happier. Your child would be able to interact with others his/her age and have a full days program of activities.
All you need to do is to make sure that the nursery you choose is a good one and that your child feels happy there.
Don't feel guilty about wanting a break - it's beneficial to you both. Good luck !

I can't believe how many people are against this - do they think that school is cruel too becuse it is "separation", bearing in mind that most kids start school full time at four and a half in the UK?I think it is up to the individual- two days is not a long time and SURELY a happy mum is better for the child?
How would a child who had never been away from its mother cope with school? Is it healthy for a child to have your sole, undivided attention - what about interacting with other children - sometimes nursery may be the only solution.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

i put both my kids into nursery at 18 months and it's the best thing i ever did.My daughters speech improved and because there was some other kids in her class getting potty trained,she was watching what was going on and wanted out of nappies quicker which was a success.Both my kids have their own group of friends that come round some days to play which is great as there are no other kids their age in the neighbourhood.They enjoy the time apart from me and my husband.It also gets them ready for primary school which nowadays is very important.

I have a friend that did'nt take her child to nursery and stuck her straight into school at the age of 4/12 and she's had nothing but problems as that child has never interacted with other kids or never been away from her parents.If you feel your child is ready for nursery then go for it,it's the best thing you can do for your child.

Answer 4

Due to financial reasons we had to put our (then) 4 month old into a creche full time. I would have loved to be able to stay at home but unfortuantely was not able.

She is now 10 months old and is well adjusted little girl. She enjoys creche ( I know this because we get good feedback from the school) and loves being around people.

Choose a creche that comes recommended from another mom and compare day nurserys. Make sure the classes aren't too big and that they are registered with the correct authorities. Good luck!!

Answer 5

My son went to nursery at that age ,and for a couple of days a week too.he came on in leaps and bounds and the interaction with other kids helped him become more confident and he learnt a lot more than he would have done at home with me,on his own all day.You need a break also,so it would be good for the both of you!

Answer 6

I am so puzzled.

Upon what are people here basing their statements that your 18 month old will benefit from being away from you? Their own choices? I notice many of those telling you to do this are single moms and so have had to, because of their bad luck or bad choices, turn their kids over to the care of others. Of course they want you to join it, too. That makes it okay!

Babies do adapt, or they'd go mad, wouldn't they. However, when you look at any medical lit at what babies need at 18 months old, and what they are capable of, these needs and capacities do not intersect with a day nursery two days a week.

At this age, babies need to be with their mothers. At this age, they are still harmed by being apart from their mothers for more than a couple of hours at a time. As Marie Montessori said, at this age, they should still be nurslings, so their mothers are less inclined to leave their sides too soon.

Babies learn to talk from adults, learn appropriate social interaction from adults. They need a nice smooth daily rhythm they share with mommy.

If you spend a few hours in a day care centre/nursery/creche amongst children to whom you are not related, and really observe what you see, you will see lonely children clinging together because each other is all they have.

Kurt Vonnegut had a parable in his book Blue Beard. Once upon a time, mother birds laid their eggs on top of a dangerous precipice (on a particular island.) Much care went into the egg's safety and wellbeing and after the baby bird was born, the mother carefully and lovingly fed it, then nurtured it, then taught it to fly and finally, watched proudly as away the babes flew. Today, he writes, the mother bird flies in, barely pausing, lays her egg on the precipice and is flying away again too soon to notice the egg rolling and bouncing helplessly down the precipice.

The time for two day a week separation from mom for any primate is at about human age 5. Before that, it doesn't jive with their emotional needs or learning style.

Answer 7

I think that this will be great for your child, I feel that nursery is important for chidren so that they can learn how to build friendships with other children, its teaches them how to share and communicate with other children and adults, it will set them up for going to school at the age of 4 or 5 aswell. Also it will give you time to apar to do things like house work or paying bills and even having a bit of relaxing time so that when you pick up your child your free to spend time with them and focus on strengthening your relationship with your child

Answer 8

I think it's an excellent decision. Toddlers need interaction with other kids to help develop their social skills. It also offers them (and you) a stimulating break from their day-to-day routine.

Two out of 7 days is not "institutionalizing" your child. You can always try it and see if it works for you and your family. If it doesn't work, then your child stops going.

Answer 9

All children need to become socially adept. Their speech will really pick up aswell. It gives you peace for 2 days, to catch up on......... girlie time! I guarantee after 4 sessions, you will be amazed!
My daughter only goes for 4 hours a week and I certainly saw a difference!

Answer 10

I think this would be a great idea. Your toddler would have a chance to socialize and learn from other children. Plus you can get some errands done and rest a little. It's always good to take a break from your children. It gives both of you a chance to miss each other instead you always being around each other.