Husband is leaving....?

Question

My husband is leaving for 4 months and I am looking for some ways to pass the time with my children. (newborn and 2 1/2) I'm a stay at home mom so I tend to get pretty lonely even when my hubby is just working. We have about three hours that we need to fill a day in our schedule, preferably something outside of the home. I'm trying to find atleast 6 different activities that we can rotate throughout the weeks. So far I have came up with library and the park. Please any other suggestions?

Answer 1

Well some things we do are go to the park, go to the mall our mall has story time one day a week and there is play equipment there, my girls love the zoo, we also go the Science center, and we also go and pick fruit a lot,

Answer 2

My hubby did that for 8 months. I had a newborn and a 3 yr old

The best thing I ever did was get a pass at the local YMCA. They had babysitting available and I took advantage of it.

I would do aquasize for ME while my kids were in the babysitting program. Then I would pick up my 3yr old and spend some time swimming with him. That gave him some special "mommy and me" time without a big hassle of finding a sitter.

We would go 3x a week if not more. It saved my sanity.

On the other days I'd head to the park, friends, etc.

Good luck! It can get longly but at least there's a light at the end of the tunnel.

Answer 3

Mother toddler groups
Pools
Gymboree type play centers
Gymnastics class/dance classes
Relatives homes

Check your local community calendars for more activities! My husband works 2nd shift and I go to school during the day so he is never home in the evenings- he doesnt get home til about 1am. I have a very energetic soon to be 3 yrold and I try to find anything that will use up even an ounce of energy- even if its just strolling the local mall! :)

Answer 4

I like to do stuff at home because I live in a very hot climate and I also have a newborn at home. Think about what your 2 1/2 year old enjoys doing....and try to enjoy being with your children. I know it's not the same as being with adults, but if you feel lonely while you're with your kids, maybe you are depressed or stressed out.
Get some chalk and draw on the sidewalk.
Play outside with a hose or sprinkler.
Go to the beach, mountains, etc. for a special picnic.
Play red light, green light.
Take your child to a track and "race" to see who runs faster.
Go to a pet store and look at the fish, rabbits, rats, whatever your child is into.
Play I Spy
Go to the post office. I always pay my bills online, but once I took my daughter to the post office, had her put the stamps on in the right place, count the letters, and put them in the slot. She enjoyed this so much, I take her as often as I can now.
Go for a walk and talk about what you see. Have your child tell you what they see. (Builds vocabulary)

Some "indoor" activities:
*Allow your child pick what to make for dinner (give them 2 choices so you aren't eating marshmallows and popsicles). Make a list of what you need. Go to the store to get the ingredients. Have the child look for the things you need, then when you go home, let your child help you cook. They can help with getting things out, stirring, adding dry ingredients, etc. Voila! Your child can be proud that he or she "made dinner."
*Play Simon Says
*Sort things into color or shape (good for math skills)
*Make a card to send to daddy, grandma, etc.
*Turn up the stereo and dance
*Take the laundry out of the washer one at a time, pass it to your child, and have them put it into the dryer. Good way to teach about household responsibilites and give them some extra attention.
*Have your child fold the napkins for meals. Let them choose how to do it, then tell them how great they are.
*Ask your 2 year-old to teach the baby the "This little piggy went to market..." story. Good for sibling bonding.
*Take a nap together (this is my favorite!)
*Take a bath together and have the older child help put the soap on the washcloth for the baby, etc.

Answer 5

Have you considered play groups? They are a wonderful resource, where you can have your children socialize with other kids, and you, yourself can meet other mom's in your area and you can socialize as well!

I'm planning on joining a few once I have my baby. I saw what a success it was for my friend who has 2 little ones and her husband is gone for 4-5 months at a time working around the US. It keeps her totally occupied. They've invited me to join their group already, and I haven't even had the baby yet :)

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Hi there,

Maybe do an internet search for a local Mommy's Group so you have have play dates. Your older child can play and be active and you can socialize with other adults. It is great!

Or, is there a pool or splash pad near you? So much fun.

Might you have an indoor play centre near you? They generally affordable and fun.

Those are a few ideas. :)

Answer 8

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Answer 9

Zoo
Indoor playground
Wading pool
Gymboree classes
Music classes
Neighbourhood drop in center
Science center
Form your own playgroup with other moms & kids
McDonalds playground

Answer 10

cuddle and watch cartoon on tv or a disney movie