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Daycare for new baby

lhgd1989lhgd1989 member
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I have a 8 and 10 year old. Both were at home with me until preschool at age three. When they went to elementary, I went back to work FT and worked my way up to a management position that I love. My husband and I have recently talked about adding to our family. I have the option to stay home but I did not do well as a SAHM and was often lonely and felt the drive to work. We are contemplating having the next baby go to child care after my 3 month maternity leave. I am worried that I will not get to bond with the new baby as much as I did with the first two. Does anyone have experience with one child who you were home with and the other that went to child care? Any advice is appreciated! TIA
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  • knottie2666a30e70379154knottie2666a30e70379154 Just Joined
    Hi I totally understands how you feel. my two kids was at the daycare at a very tender age (3 months of age). and i was frustrated by the not having to spend more time with them and that made me to open my own daycare so i can be at home with them. opening a daycare helped me to make other parents that was in the same situation more comfortable to bring there kids to me. you can take your time and tour the daycares in your neighborhood and choose the right one. and put ur trust in God.
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  • knottie94f71e2170859e36knottie94f71e2170859e36 member
    I go into the office twice a week and work from home the other 3. We do a nanny share with friends, so on days when I'm in office baby goes to their house, and when I'm at home their son comes here. I don't know if you can afford to have in-home childcare as well as get partial or full time telework, but it's worked out great for us so far. Best wishes.
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  • knottie04de01dc4d6d1c8cknottie04de01dc4d6d1c8c Newbie
    edited October 2024
    It sounds like you’ve put a lot of thought into this, and it’s great that you’re considering all your options! While I don’t have direct experience with having one child at home and another in childcare, I do know several parents who have gone through similar situations. They’ve shared that even though they had less time at home with the second or third child, they still developed strong bonds. The key was making the most of the time they had together, whether in the evenings, on weekends, or during time off.

    Childcare can also provide valuable socialization for your baby early on, and many parents find comfort in knowing their child is being cared for in a nurturing environment while they pursue their career. Plus, maintaining your personal and professional fulfillment could contribute to your overall well-being, which benefits both you and your children.

    It’s such a personal decision, but you know your family best. Trust yourself to create a bond with your new baby in a way that works for you, even if the path looks a little different this time around. Good luck with whatever you decide!
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