i dont see why not....any advice?
2007-09-04 03:03:40 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
They're probably worried he'll drop his phone in there.
2007-09-04 03:07:12 · answer #1 · answered by lillilou 7 · 7⤊ 1⤋
Well I don't think letting them do the laundry or dishes on there own is ok but I assume you mean along side you. I don't think there is anything wrong with that. My 2 1/2 yr old son loves to "help" me do dishes or throw the clothes into the washer or from the washer to the dryer. I'm always right there to help him. Teaching kids to be responsible starts at an early age. Right now he just thinks it's fun and he's being a big boy by helping mommy out!
2007-09-04 12:18:52 · answer #2 · answered by kgpink2714 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 3 1/2 year old son loves to help wash clothes, dishes and the kitchen floor. I am happy to let him help me as long as I am there helping to. Be careful about the laundry, the washer and drying could be a dangerous place to play if they are not supervised. Have fun with the help, they won't always be willing. Good Luck!
2007-09-04 14:21:01 · answer #3 · answered by D's Mom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not have him/her do the dishes or laundry alone but being allowed to help makes a child feel important and needed. In my preschool class the kids ask to help wash the table and sweep the floor! They are also expected to put away the toys they play with and their rest stuff. It helps them to learn responsibility.
2007-09-04 10:09:59 · answer #4 · answered by Tammy 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As long as s/he's not doing too much. Kids love doing that kind of stuff, they just want to be like mum. I remember at that age I wanted to do things like washing up and doing the laundry so my parents got me a mini clothes line and I remember washing my dolls clothes. No problems there, I say!
2007-09-04 10:14:39 · answer #5 · answered by Stephanie D 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My son (now 4) loves to help with both. Quite often he does all of the rinsing when I wash dishes. Sometimes (even at 3) he would try to wash by himself. I just had to check later to make sure everything was actually clean (and of course mop the water off the floor).
2007-09-04 10:15:23 · answer #6 · answered by CiCi Elder 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
as long as your keeping an eye on him and don't expect him to actually get the dishes clean there's nothing wrong. kids that age just want to do what they see everyone else do, it's a game not a chore to them. plus it's great mommy and baby time. And you're telling your child that doing house work is a good thing by letting them help.
2007-09-04 10:11:09 · answer #7 · answered by Jenn 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You are his mother, not your in-laws - so things get done YOUR way. They are perfectly entitled to their own views about child-rearing - but if he's happy helping you out then let him. Don't stifle his inclinations. I am assuming you are with him all the time while he's doing his 'chores' and you aren't leaving him alone to smash the crockery or drown in the washing machine. How else is he going to learn about hot water and the other dangers that lurk in the home? I wouldn't fall out with your in-laws over this though (or your husband if he's feeling obliged to side with them). It's not a big issue so be diplomatic all round. Basically, you are supervising your child while he's helping out - not them. Unless they want to stand over you 24/7 it's going to be done your way anyway - but no need to underline that to them either.
2007-09-04 10:27:38 · answer #8 · answered by chris n 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
2 and 1/2 is a little young, but as long as you are there and make sure there are no knifes or anything that is sharp or could break, you should be fine. Just do not force them. Many are too small to assist much but you can make it a play time thing with them. I am wondering if there is more to this than what meets the eye though.
2007-09-04 10:13:34 · answer #9 · answered by julvrug 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I dont really see the issue my children help me, I have three children ages, 5, 3, 2 and they all help me with the cleaning one way or another, it is always simple tasks but parenting magazine tell you that it is a good thing for your children to help with the house work
2007-09-04 11:56:44 · answer #10 · answered by morningstar_1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's why THEY are the in-laws and YOU are the parent. Just smile and nod and ignore every word they say. lol Kids that age LOVE to help with those types of chores. Soon, you'll be begging them to help out while they are playing video games with their friends. Enjoy it while it lasts.
2007-09-04 10:21:36 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋