I cannot possible think of anyone I would feel 100% comfortable leaving my baby with for 2 hours. My mother in law is gonna babysit my baby for 2 hours this coming saturday and Im feeling VERY uneasy about it, Ive seen her handle the baby with alot of care when were around but is she like that when im not there??? I DONT KNOW.
2007-05-15 06:50:42 · 14 answers · asked by Carla 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I know it is hard, with all of my children the first 6 months are the hardest for me. When I am in that situation I try to think ahead, like when I get home. I always think about the "what if" and it is very hard to think of anything else. When I had to leave my girls that young for a couple hours I always called and I did it several times. My mother in law is going to be watching my 5 month old next week and she is at the stage where she is having separation anxiety, so all I can do really is prepare my mother in law for it and try to make things as comfortable for her as possible. That way as long as my mother in law is calm then the baby will be calmer. Make sure that your mother in law spends alittle time with you and your baby before you go than that way she gets familiar with her smell and things should go smooth.
I think it is good that you are worried, I'm sure you are a good mom and being protective of your baby is what you are supposed to do. Good luck and you will do just fine, so will your baby.
2007-05-15 07:13:01 · answer #1 · answered by elizabeth 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is completely normal to feel the way you feel. i don't think anyone can take care of a baby better the the mother, I don't even think i will let anyone hold my baby,but I think the baby will be just fine with the grandmother it's only 2 hours. it's gonna be the longest 2 hours of your life but fear not your baby is safe. you can always call every half an hour to check on the little bundle of joy.
2007-05-15 06:57:39 · answer #2 · answered by Ethan's Mama 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We all go through this as new mom's. Most of the time it's the fact that we carried these babies in a protected environment for so long that we feel the need to continue protecting that child. You need to take baby steps hon, we all go through this. Try to keep your mind off it, I'm sure your mother n law loves this baby and will most likely take just as much care in protecting them.
2007-05-15 07:12:31 · answer #3 · answered by rae s 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly normal to feel that way.I wouldn't even let anyone hold my daughter when she was born,because I was afraid something might happen.Though nothing ever did...You have seen her with the baby and I am sure even if you aren't around she will handle your newborn with the same care.It is only two hours and there is no reason you can't call to check up on her.Good Luck sweetie;)
2007-05-15 07:00:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know exactly how you feel and it's normal!! I can't offer any advice other than you just have to trust them and go. I have a 4 week old baby and I'm the same way. I have not been away from her at all since she was born and the thought of having to leave her with ANYONE (even her father) scares me!! Good luck!!!
2007-05-15 06:56:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
What you are experiencing is totally natural. Mothers are the caretakers of a baby they carried inside them for 9 months or so... You cherished your body & the baby's. The attachment/ bond is very strong. Don't feel like you have to fight it.
What is unnatural is the lack of affection some parents have for their children.
Just call her to calm your fears while she has the baby. I am sure she loves the child very much & will be protective like you.
2007-05-15 07:06:11 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am so happy, it was only a 35 minute drive ( 70 minutes total) but absolutely no sign of anxiety or panic i shopped till I dropped - brilliant! I will now go for the next stage DUAL CARRIAGE way, probably at the weekend, with my husband accompanying me first then the solo drive, if successful the final stage of driving on motorway
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2016-05-17 01:45:34 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't leave my baby with anyone until I absolutely had to, which was @ 7 weeks when I had to return to work. Hardest thing I ever had to do. If you don't feel comfortable don't do it if you can avoid it. You will eventually overcome that anxiety.
2007-05-15 07:26:20 · answer #8 · answered by gypsy g 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I totally understand how you feel... When you are a mother you believe that NO ONE can do things like you do, and you just want to do them yourself...
But...
#1 You need time for yourself, even if it is to run a few errands.
#2 I believe "grannie" will take good care of your baby, I bet she loves him/her to death.
If it's just for a few hours, always keep in mind you are just a phone call away... Everything will be ok... enjoy your "time-off", we all need it...
2007-05-15 08:49:52 · answer #9 · answered by lilly_mom_pr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm the same way. I will only leave my children with my mother since obviously I know how she is with children. My in laws are old fashioned, so I don't feel comfortable leaving them with them. I either leave them with who I feel comfortable with or I stay in. Maybe give it a shot and see how it goes..
2007-05-15 06:59:02 · answer #10 · answered by Kerri 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋