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Xp from toddlers, sending my 18 month old to preprepreschool and I'm sad

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Ds2 is 18 months old and starting "preschool" next week. ?Two mornings 9am-12 at Ds1's school (he is 4 yrs- also my pediatrician sent her kids there which gives me some comfort).? ?? I'm having such a tough time, I haven't had regular time to myself in 4 years. ?Thing is that I don't HAVE to take him there for work or anything. ?I'm doing it because I think the socialization will be good for him and because I have put many of my own needs on the back burner these last four years. ?I have a serious medical condition and have eschewed more healthful or effective treatments for those that do not require me to go to the doctor twice a week. ? I can't keep it up forever. ?Still- I celebrate every adorable moment I spend with him (even when he is "Hank the Crank"). It would help if I knew the teachers were appreciating how adorable he is and didnt think of the kids as a burden, job, or annoyance (well obs its a job but YKWIM) ?It's hard to give up my time with him.? ?? When we went to a day of class together he played on his own or with the other kids (next to them mostly but did have a game of "catch" with a classmate w/o any adult intervention). He did check in with me every thirty minutes or so. ?He would tug on my pant for a quick snuggle, then wiggle away to play or climb in my lap for a kiss and off to find another airplane. ?The teachers said he seemed as ready as any kid they had seen and were not reccomending a second intro day unless I wanted it. ? ?? ?? ?He is my baby!!!! ?Any words to make me feel better? ?I feel guilty for sending him, i feel guilty for not sending him. ?Help!
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Re: Xp from toddlers, sending my 18 month old to preprepreschool and I'm sad

  • funchickenfunchicken member
    I take my 19 month old DD to "preschool" for a couple of hours every week, so I can take my older DD to therapy.  I'm not going to lie, it's a tough age for it, especially if he hasn't been away from you very much.  DD2 cried a lot the first couple of weeks.  By the third week, she was a little more comfortable and started playing a bit.  I would just try to stick it out for a few weeks and see if he settles in.  Don't feel guilty about needing time for yourself!  GL!
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  • weddedwifeweddedwife member
    I'm not usually one to recommend "school" or daycare type situations for very young kids, but I think your case might be an exception. If you have a medical condition that requires treatment, you need to get it. I think you need to weigh the pros/cons of postponing treatment any longer; I'm not sure what your condition is but if it can escalate due to lack of treatment, then you may actually be doing your kiddo a disservice in the long run.
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