My son just turned one and I have caught his baby sitter laying him down flat on his back with a bottle and/or sippy cup. I know this can cause ear infections in younger babies. Isn't the same true for toddlers? I have rarely given him a bottle, he is breastfed. Surely the babysitter should know not to do this. She has been watching kids for years. I am sure that she does it just so that she won't have to worry about him. If this is the case I want to switch babysitters. She told me last night that the only way he will take his sippy cup is if he is laying down or propped way back.
I am going to say something to her this evening when I pick him up. This problem needs to be solved.
2007-09-13 05:27:10 · 14 answers · asked by Trini_^ 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
well if she is a good baby sitter other wise then i dont think that you should let her go.
every sitter or parent has his or her own way of doing for the child. so she probably does this with all the kids and really doesnt see any problem with it.
you have said he doesnt use the sippi cup at home so, maybe what she say's is true.
however, you are the mom and what you want is the way it should go ALWAYS. i think if she is open to finding better ways to get your child to use the sippi cup, you know 2 heads are better then one then, thats great.
if she is not open to that then get rid of her. there should be no clashing. like i said it's your way or the high way. if she agree's to your want's then behind your back she still gives the sippi cup, definetly fire her.
as for the question is it good for the baby. no, i dont think so. my 2 year old chokes sometimes standing up.
so good luck hope this was helpful
2007-09-13 05:44:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
At 1 yr old, he shouldn't need "propping." She should hand him the cup and if he chooses to lay down with it, then that's fine. He should no longer be given a bottle at all, so that shouldn't be an issue. He shouldn't have any liquids at naptime for several reasons. 1. his teeth won't have been brushed and he can develop cavities and 2. he'll become dependent on it and will have troubles potty training at nap and bedtime if he is given liquids in bed. Just voice your concerns and if it doesn't change, then get a new sitter if it bothers you that much.
2007-09-13 05:40:05 · answer #2 · answered by Sit'nTeach'nNanny 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not an old wives tale...there is a higher risk of choking. It sounds like laziness on behalf of the babysitter to me - I'd find another sitter if she isn't willing to respect your wishes about this. Chances are, she's lacking in other areas too if that's the case.
2007-09-13 08:24:56 · answer #3 · answered by Romans 8:28 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it could cause ear problems if it happens all the time... although it sounds like she's already been doing it for a while and there hasn't been any ear infections. But I don't think it's worth firing her over. Just explain your concerns to her, that you would like her to correct this behavior. She might be worried that your son won't drink anything unless she bends to his wishes to lay down.
2007-09-13 05:34:27 · answer #4 · answered by Karen H 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think it's fine because i breastfed my daughter while we were laying down every night and she never had any issues...and sometimes while i'm changing her diaper i'll let her drink from her sippy...i don't think it's that big of a deal but if it makes you uncomfortable then let the sitter know
2007-09-13 05:43:54 · answer #5 · answered by riya 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter only drank her juice/milk in a bottle or sippy laying down on her back for over a year and never had one problem. Your son is old enough to control how much he drinks, put the bottle down, roll over, etc., so there is nothing to worry about. It may be relaxing for him and help him relax when it's time for a nap, etc. Don't worry so much.
2007-09-13 05:38:09 · answer #6 · answered by Precious 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I think its probably not good till hes about two. At one theres a possiblity he can still choke id ask her to either sit him up or get a new sitter i dont think its safe.
2007-09-13 05:34:36 · answer #7 · answered by Brittayyy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my boyfriends daughter is 2yo. she drinks from her sippy while laying down. she's done that since she can hold a bottle or cup. it's no biggie.
call your ped dr if you are worried about it causing probs. they can advise you and set you at ease that there is no problem.
if she's been sitting for years she knows her stuff.
2007-09-13 05:33:28 · answer #8 · answered by nataliexoxo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I took it ... sorry you have wasted lots time, and all. oftentimes i'm not the style to do this way of element, yet, annoying circumstances, ya be attentive to. extra perfect pray those gas expenses save going on. i've got have been given my eyes on some different issues ;-) Socks, brushes, and umbrellas are next.
2016-10-10 12:23:14 · answer #9 · answered by kuder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that at a year old there would be any problems, but as his mother she should respect what you ask of her, even if you are being over-protective..
I would for sure talk to her this evening about it, Good Luck!
2007-09-13 05:31:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋