I've had this problem in the past, how do you pee when your taking care of little kids? I really don't like taking them in the bathroom with me ( I don't think the parents would like that eather) but I don't think leaving them alone is a good idea (even if it was for two minutes). Now I have this little girl (shes 4) who wants in the bathroom with me! What do i do?
2007-11-12 08:17:43 · 14 answers · asked by Ramblin Rose 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I would just leave her alone, but she looks for things to get into.
2007-11-12 08:36:14 · update #1
I say GOOD FOR YOU for thinking this way! It really shows that you really care for these kids! Not sure how old the other child or children are but the 4 year old will probably ALWAYS try to get into things when someone isn't watching! I had this problem with my son! Have her stand right outside the bathroom door and have her count and see how long it takes you, or if she is not too good at counting yet, bring a puzzle or something outside the door and challenge her to see if she can get it done before you are done! just a couple ideas, hope they help. Plus moms and babysitter eventually develop and perfect the "speed pee" you will be fine! again though congrats on thinking of the kids! Wish i had a babysitter as thoughtful as you!
2007-11-12 09:31:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I work for a child care agency and I too have come across this problem alot. One time, I had to pee super bad and I was watching a 6 year old and a 2 year old. After I put the 2 year old down for his nap, I got the 6 year old involved in the TV. I have never peed so fast in my life, but I come back, and the 6 year old is standing at the refrigerator drawing on it with a marker! They sure are quick... I think the earlier comment of asking them to stand by the door and make a game of it is a really great idea!
2007-11-12 17:37:28 · answer #2 · answered by Kristen 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well first the one response that you have no business babysitting is just rude because ts good that you are concerned enough to care. Second I agree that you should talk to the parents explain that the little girl wants to come in and how you don't think its appropriate, they will appreciate the honesty. Since the child is 4 she should be able to underastand that you must use the restroom and be okay watching tv or playing alone for a few minutes. Her wantning to come in may be because the mother lets her. For me it is my son is too young not to and is getting at the age of needing to understand what I'm doing in there so maybe that's what she is used to, until you talk to the parents just use your best judgement sounds like you have a good head of your shoulders to do the right thing.
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2007-11-12 16:37:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would tell the 4 yr old that you will be out in a minute. I would just use the bathroom and make it quick. Think about it, parents have to use the bathroom too so they will understand!!!
2007-11-12 16:40:59 · answer #4 · answered by Sabrina K 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would talk to the parents (probably the mother) and see what she says. Leaving a child alone isn't a good thing, however, a 4yr old should be fine if she is in a child proof house and it's just to go to the bathroom. It really depends on the child and the practices of the parents. Good luck!
2007-11-12 16:28:38 · answer #5 · answered by shelly 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I don't see what is wrong with you taking a pee break of course you'll be scared to let the kid alone that's normal. take her near the bathroom with you and a book or toy tell her you want her company outside of the door to wait for you.
2007-11-12 16:26:38 · answer #6 · answered by d s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she gets into trouble when left unsupervised your only safe option is to take her into the bathroom with you or leave the door cracked so you can hear/see her. If you take her in with you have her face the wall so you can have some privacy.
2007-11-12 18:25:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i must be weird as i never had this problem i just left the kids playing and went really quick. when watching kids you dont sit and read.
leaving them in another room for about 2 minutes should be ok leave the door cracked so you can hear them
2007-11-12 16:28:02 · answer #8 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's a good idea either. Why don't you make it a "game" tell her to stand outside the door and knock and you can answer her in a silly voice with silly answers to keep her amused long enough to finish your business. This way, you know exactly what she is doing and can talk to her the whole time without actually bringing her in the room with you.
2007-11-12 16:24:11 · answer #9 · answered by Lady Astarte 5 · 11⤊ 1⤋
They're okay to be alone for a few minutes. Just make sure you know where they are, and keep them away from anything dangerous.
2007-11-12 16:32:43 · answer #10 · answered by greenlybuddha 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋