We just brought home our child this week. He has 3 cousins that live nearby. This week 2 of those cousins got lice at their school. The one cousin that didn't get it wants to visit. I told his mom no. I can't take the chance of lice getting into my house or is this too protective? My son's twin sister is still in NICU and I honestly don't need another headache of lice in the house. His mom said he is clean but I don't want to take a chance. Agree or Disagree? The boy has been home for less than 2 days.
2007-03-17 07:01:21 · 15 answers · asked by berta44 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I'd be the same as you. Until the lice problem is all cleared up, I wouldn't want to jeopardize the health of my baby. They can all wait till they're all clear, as far as I'm concerned. Young bodies, as brand new as a new-born's, have enough to cope with in adjusting to their new surroundings, without having to deal with parasites! A mother's instincts rule!
2007-03-17 07:10:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I take it that the 3 cousins are all siblings? I'd probably wait too, let her know that when the whole household has been clear of lice for 5 days they can come to visit (this also includes the mom and dad).
2007-03-17 14:06:16 · answer #2 · answered by Heather Y 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're NOT being over protective. The baby is brand new, and you can never be too careful with a newborn. Besides, as you mentioned, your other baby is still in the NICU, so you've got enough on your plate right now. Go with your gut. You know if the situation was reversed, your sister (sister-in-law?) would feel exactly the same way.
2007-03-17 14:50:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you. You did the right thing. What kind of mom would you be if you purposely endangered your child just because you were afraid of hurting the other mom's feelings??
Better to just tell her you don't want to hurt her feelings, or the kids... and that it wouldn't be fair to have just one of the kids visit... so you'd be happy to have them all over when the lice are cleared up and they can all three come to visit... and that'll give your little guy more time to get healthy, too!
Some people... sheeeesh... Hang in there mom.. you did the right thing!
2007-03-17 17:50:26 · answer #4 · answered by Amy S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT let them in contact with each other, and NOT in your home either. If this is offensive, that's too bad. Lice is very catching and hard to get rid of. They jump off and get EVERYWHERE... Once off the cousin onto your carpet or couch....There you go, you'll have them too. They find their way from head to head, and your sweet baby doesn't need to be subjected to this. The cousins? Well, that happens...But you don't have to tempt fate and get them near your child. Their mom ought to understand this...If she don't..."OH WELL"
2007-03-17 14:28:39 · answer #5 · answered by Your Asking Me? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO you are not being to protective. Why take the chance of having something else to worry about. Especially if you have new twins they really should not be around too many people in the first month of life anyways. They are really vulerable to infections in their lungs like RSV. Respiratory System Virus which is common in premies and twins. If you really don't want to cousin to come over then tell them and stick to it. You have to deal with the consequences not them.
2007-03-17 14:17:49 · answer #6 · answered by Brandy R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you are overreacting at all. When you first bring a baby home they are not supposed to be exposed to anything because their immune system is still developing. After a few months it is ok to socialize the baby with friends and family. I think you made the right decision in not having the cousin over. There will always me more opportunities for them to come over, now just isn't the right time.
2007-03-17 14:11:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree with you. The one "uninfected" cousin could still catch it from the other two. You do not need lice in your house. His mom should be a little more understanding.
2007-03-17 14:09:20 · answer #8 · answered by zsmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With all the stuff going on in your house, I would agree with you on this one. You have too much going on to worry about whether or not you need to wash everything the cousin touches. I'm sure the other mom has covered her bases (and you want to reassure her that you know that), but you just never know. In our neighborhood it's pretty much free range in everyone's houses and when someone comes home with it we all go into high gear hair, clothes, and bedding washing, so we all don't worry too much. But in your case, I would use the "I'm paranoid right now" excuse and have the kids wait until they are all clear.
2007-03-17 14:10:25 · answer #9 · answered by chelebeee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell her it's too soon for you to take in someone elses' kid right now. You've got a lot on your plate w/ the new one and the stress of having one in the NICU. Best wishes to you and your new ones, hope everything turns out well!
2007-03-17 14:14:10 · answer #10 · answered by ★Fetal☆ ★And ☆ ★Weeping☆ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋