Should I just let him play alone?

bebemama

My son is so independant.  He will look at books, play with his kitchen, color so contently alone.  He loves to play chase and other games like that with me, but most of the time he loves to entertain himself.  I always feel bad like I shoul dbe engaging with him more since he will play independantly for well over an hour.  Should I just leave him when he is content or should I try to join in? I check in with him, kiss him and talk to him about what he is doing probably once every 5-10 minutes.  What would you do?

bls27

Enjoy and appreciate it!  My DD plays independently and I love it.  I will often play a game or do an art project with her but she loves imaginative play on her own.  It will be a great skill for your DS to have if you decide to have another baby.  My DD adjusted very easily to her new little sister and I think it's party due to her independence.

beta7

I would keep doing what you are doing.  Sounds like a good balance between him being independent and you "making yourself known" by checkng in.  If he wants you to play, he knows you're there for him.

ilovemygirls

Definitely appreciate the independence your child shows!  That is a great skill.  I'd say check in a bit less- or if you want to peek in on him every 10min or so, don't necessarily chat with him each time.  I think it's important for our kids to be able to do things 'on their own' (supervised, of course, as you are) but without any adult input for awhile. 

Sarahb34743

I'm another one to say "enjoy it!" my DD is 9 and still wants me to play with her when she's bored. She'll play alone but more often than not, if she doesnt have a friend to play with she comes looking for me to entertain her. which is going to be difficult to do with DS on the way!