I know that everyone loves a baby, and they are just so precious you could grab them and hug them. BUT, I don't touch people's children if I don't know them. I think it's weird for the parent and unhygenic. Other parents don't know where my hands have been, and I don't know where other peoples hands have been. So, how can I keep people from touching my 4 month old without being rude. Although, I will be rude if I have to!!
2007-10-05 11:33:12 · 19 answers · asked by al_xs_mama_jama 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
This drives me crazy and use to gross me out! I find it completely strange how random people in the mall or the grocery store felt the need to touch one of my babies!
My kids are now 9, 7, 3 and 2ms old. I tell people that the baby isn't feeling good and to stand back. It keeps them from being right up in my baby's face and out of range for touching them. It also keeps the little kids away from the baby as well.
It works and I've used that excuse since my oldest was a baby. I also use this little shaw and put it right over the stroller so I can see and hear her but it keeps hands away. If they don't get the message, just simply say "Please don't touch the baby." It's really not too much to ask.
Best Wishes and congrats! =]
2007-10-05 14:10:31 · answer #1 · answered by Sam 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A couple of options are to carry the baby in a sling, or to purchase some of that mosquito netting that they sell to attach to the stroller. Both will inhibit the ability to touch the baby.
Otherwise, you just simply have to say that you do not want for the baby to be touched. It is hard, but a necessity!
2007-10-05 17:06:06 · answer #2 · answered by StayAtHomeMomOnTheGo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you care about ' nicely'? when it involves your child's well being? Practice saying ' OH NO the doctor said to keep the baby away from potential germs from others so I must tell you to not touch him'
This is only the beginning of a long ride for you to protect your child and never worry that you are being overprotective since this world is scary
2007-10-05 12:36:10 · answer #3 · answered by barthebear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I ran into a mom with a sign on her stroller that asked people nicely not to touch her baby. it was cute. i asked her about it and she said she makes the signs herself.
She has a website that offers these signs but i cant find it. You could make your own i suppose and lamate then tie to your childs carrier or stroller with some cute ribbon.
I usually carry hand sanitizer around so if people ask i let them use the sanitizer. I know how you feel!
2007-10-05 11:38:42 · answer #4 · answered by .Jules. 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your child's health and welfare comes before other people's feelings. I used a soft carrier for my son until he was too big for me to "wear," but that didn't stop people from trying to touch him. The worst was supermarket checkout clerks - I mean, really! Not only were they complete strangers, but they had been handling money all day! I would just step back, smile, and say, "You can look at him, but please don't touch." One know - it - all woman didn't listen to me when my son was about 6 months old. I asked her politely to not touch my son, and she accused me of being overprotective. She then told me my son would be a recluse if I didn't let him be around strangers (ridiculous!) and that she had 4 kids, so she knew better. Before I could say something back, she started touching his head again. Before I knew it, I gave her a light slap on the hand, not - so - politely informed her that she could let strangers grope her own kids, but I get to decide who touches mine, and left her standing their speechless. I'll admit it wasn't one of my finest moments, but it worked! Be assertive first, but if all else fails, be rude!
2007-10-05 11:50:23 · answer #5 · answered by SoBox 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes you have to be rude. Just ask them nicely to not touch. Most parents understand. I was the same way with my child. Anyone who has children knows that a parent is very strict with newborns, if they don't understand than you have to explain it to them. If it's a stranger, ask them to back up, if it's someone you know, just ask them to kindly wash their hands.
2007-10-05 11:40:21 · answer #6 · answered by cotoncandy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you know why polio crippled so many kids 50 years ago? (Answer: improved sanitation) Did you know families with dogs and cats (i.e. germ carriers) have fewer colds? Though underdeveloped, your child has a natural immune system, which develops by exposure to germs.
In some way, by avoiding the the touch of strangers who carry virtually 100% harmless germs, you are avoiding innoculations. Let them touch.
2007-10-05 12:18:03 · answer #7 · answered by TryItOnce 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
My son was born almost 3 months early so I just told people to please not touch him because he could get ill enough to be hospitalized.
2007-10-05 12:43:26 · answer #8 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went thru this with my son.....and it drove me nuts! Turns out he has food allergies, so I used to say "Oh, please don't touch him, he has severe allergies." People usually apologized and stepped away. U can say something along the lines.
2007-10-05 11:38:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
tell him he hasnt been vaccinated or has something or that you would just appreciate it if you didnt touch him or make something up like hes sick or has a weak immune system or cries around strangers or something
2007-10-05 11:37:29 · answer #10 · answered by moocowmeow11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋