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Think it's time to leave DD w/ DH...

destea1destea1 member
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For a whole weekend.

I haven't had a 'girls' weekend in ... yeah I don't even remember how long. Over 2 years probably. I'm already knocked up, so that limits some of the fun but my friends mom owns a vacation condo in Tahoe.

We're thinking when I hit 2nd trimester in September it's time for a spa weekend. I've never had one, even just a day w/ a trip to the spa sounds absolutely amazing.

The longest DH has been w/ DD without me around is like 4 or 5 hours. Ridiculous, right? O.o I think it's time for him to dive in. I won't get a break after having a new baby and breastfeeding again for a whole year, so I really think I should take the opportunity while I still can.

Anyone here left their LO with DH for more than a night? :) DH admits he'd be damn near cluless, I'd have to leave schedule lists and foods she eats :P

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  • happilyhishappilyhis member
    I've left them together for several weekends, both for business and pleasure. However, my husband is an above-average dad. Seriously, he does everything all the time, so it's no big deal for us. Idk if the fact that Nick is a boy has anything to do with it or not.
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    Luckily my DH would be fine for a weekend, but he is more nervous about the overnights alone. He is home along 2 mornings a week now, so I think that helps. Get away! you'll love it.

    side note: I love your site! actually I used your blog template to build mine. Do you do photography full time or is it just a part time hobby thing with another job thrown in? Just curious. thanks!

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  • destea1destea1 member
    Thanks caytibeth! I just opened up the business on the side... I SAH with DD, and needed a little something for me on the side to keep the creative juices flowing you know? It's my only 'job' but I guess it's more of a side job technically... the new website just went live so I'm hoping to find some new clients!
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  • saragussaragus member
    I left for a girls weekend when DD was 13 months old.  It was great!  Just like you, DH had never had her for longer than a few hours alone.  I did leave a rough schedule for eating and napping, but I didn't care how closely he followed it.  She slept and ate like an angel for Dad, of course!  They had a wonderful time and it was really, really good for DH to have her to himself.  I was so burnt out that I didn't even miss her (them) until Sunday afternoon! 
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  • carcirrotticarcirrotti

    Im totally with you! ....can i come? LOL!

    DH has done the evening routine, and he gets up and gives her breakfast on Sundays so I can get a break. Usually I get to church and squeeze in a little shopping time before coming home! 4 to 5 hours sounds about right. LOL.

    I would LOVE a whole weekend, but Id take a WHOLE DAY! I think he would damn near pass out after she was in bed!

    Sound familiar?

     

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  • Mrs.JLCMrs.JLC
    I haven't done it for more than a few hours but I know DH would be just fine. He definitely wouldn't need a list. He is a super involved Dad. He picks DD up every night and feeds her dinner most nights. He used to make her bottles and lunch every day as well but I took over. He **REQUESTED** that I go out one night a week before DD went to bed so they could have some 1 on 1 time. So if I had the chance for a girls weekend I'd be gone.
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  • tanny05tanny05

    I've never left DS overnight with DH just because we've never needed to.  That said this upcoming week they will be by themselves and I'm sure they will be fine.  DH does everything for DS. Everything. He knows his schedule by heart, favourite things/foods and moods. I have no qualms about leaving him. 

    Atleast he'll see what you have to deal with and they won't have a choice but to figure it out.  Enjoy your weekend!

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  • LaroogirlLaroogirl

    Do it!  I work nights so DH knows every detail of the morning, afternoon and evening routine.  Plus he is now a teacher so the summer makes him mr.MOM! 

    Have fun and don't feel bad one bit!

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  • kkramer99kkramer99
    I'm doing it for the first time this weekend, actually, and though I'm nervous (about missing her, not about DH's ability to deal), I'm looking forward to it. I'm taking my mom to Monterey/Carmel for her birthday. I say do it. You'll have some much needed time off and you'll appreciate her even more when you return!
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  • destea1destea1 member

    I know DH can do it just fine, but I know he'll be a little nervous about it :) He does plenty of dinner/bath/bedtime routines but only does breakfast once in a while, and rarely lunch.

    I'm definitely looking forward to a little time off (for real....) so it needs to happen! Thanks for the feedback everyone :)

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  • byrne15byrne15 member
    have lots of fun!

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  • babyluv617babyluv617 member

    Can I come with you? I tried leaving DS with DH for a day while I worked but he called his mom. I don't think he's been alone with him for more than maybe 2 hours!!!!!!!!

    A spa weekend sounds well deserved. =)

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  • MattsWifey<3MattsWifey<3
    I've never left DD alone with DH overnight. But, I would, if I had the opportunity. He's amazing with our kids. He's been alone with DS for days...
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