Sunday, February 3, 2013

Outings

I should probably clarify regarding my post from yesterday. I will most definitely be getting out for walks with these girls once the weather warms up. I worked in daycare for many years and walks are just a  given to the day. Fresh air is very much needed for everyone! However, I will have to wait for the warmer days because it just isn't cool to take a month old baby out for a walk in 20 degree weather. Well, in my opinion anyways. So I am going to be on the lookout for a double stroller off craigslist soon. I could do the baby carrier. But would really prefer to just push two, rather than carry one and push the other.

What I meant by "getting out" during the day was in regards to heading to the store or places like that. And I will explain why. I just do not feel comfortable taking someone else's newborn baby out for car rides and here and there. I know it might sound silly, but it's just how I feel. I also wouldn't want someone taking Samantha out here and there in the car if they were babysitting her everyday, unless it was a good friend or family. I know I know. That doesn't make much sense, because I know any "bad" things can happen in a car whether they are family or not! But just at this age, I'm a little more nervous I guess. Maybe if I'm still doing this when they are a bit older I will feel more comfortable for outings with the car. You know, a lot of times I just don't trust OTHER crazy drivers and I get afraid someone will hit us or something crazy will happen at a store! I know, it's a stupid fear..but it is what it is right now. I would just be so devastated if something were to happen to someone else's child in my care. I am nervous enough as it is just being home with someone else's most prized possession!!!

Like I said, I am sure I will get over all these fears. Just not any time soon. So for now, just walks will be are outings for the day :)

5 comments:

Kelly said...

I don't blame you. I'd feel the same way!

Lauren said...

I totally get that, I wouldn't want someone putting my child in a car nor would I want to take anyone else's child out...and maybe your level of comfort will change once you get to know the family and they get to know you, but for now I think you are completely right!

Rebecca said...

I'm sure you'll soon be really comfortable with the new one to watch.

grkanga said...

Thank you SO MUCH for answering my worry. I did not know what your weather was being and having lived in such weather once upon a time your approach makes total sense to me. Hope you can find a deal on a double stroller for when spring does arrive. Driving with other people's children, esp. babies, is always a variable to consider because you are right about other drivers... particularly when you live where ice and snow and cold create more interesting road conditions. SO, my thanks for your understanding my concern for you and Sam. And, much joy in dealing with two babies even part time. Really will show how much Sam has grown and developed! Cheers and joy to you.

Faith said...

I totally get it - I am a TERRIFIED driver, very defensive, since having my babies. And many moms I know would not want anyone else driving their babies around anyway....