Actually I have 2. ?One is how do I keep everyone from holding/touching Owen without being rude about it? ?This will be the first time most of my family will have seen him and I know they want to hold him, but at flu season and people being sick, I am just not comfortable with it. ?How can I tell them no without being rude?
Two is, what do I dress him in and where can I find it? ?I have no good dressy clothes for him, I don't want a suit or anything Christmas-y but I am not going to take him in sweatpants and a shirt or anything. ?I am heading out to the outlets this afternoon to hunt around, but I didn't know if anyone knew of anything cheap somewhere.?
Re: Funeral ?
First I'm sorry to hear about your loved one passing away. Although for the better it is still tough, I know. Hugs to you.
Grady was pretty clingy towards me during the whole ordeal so that helped. I also kept his hands washed and hand sanitizer nearby at all times. You could always use the excuse he's tired and doesn't want anyone to hold him but me. Or he's off his schedule so he really grumpy and only wants me to hold him.
As far as what to dress him in, I put Grady in khakis and shirt and tie but I had that at home. I'm sure you could do khakis and long sleeve polo or something like that. The khakis you could reuse for Christmas time with a shirt.
Ditto marryingacoach - I was going to suggest you tell them Owen's been fussy all day (and if they persist, just say you'd prefer to keep holding him to prevent another breakdown - you've already had SO many today and want to keep him happy). I also like the khaki idea - b/c they are dressy enough for him now, but you can reuse them this winter.
I've been thinking about you, and am keeping you and your family in my T&P!
I'm sorry for your loss! I'm not sure of a way to avoid people holding/touching him. Hopefully people will follow your cues and not ask you to give him up.
As for what to wear, I would say khakis or corduroy pants with a button up top. I believe Old Navy had a few good options last week.
Take care.