My Dad is sick and I am having to fly back to Ireland this weekend for a week to try and find out how bad things are really are and work out a plan for when things deteriorate. I am going back on my own leaving DS who is 2.5 here with his Dad. Taking him wasn't an option as I would have had to cope with his jetlag and I would got nothing done as I'd need to entertain him and look after him while I really need to see doctors etc. Leaving him is breaking my heart but I know it is the right thing to do. Luckily DH is has always been a very hands on Dad so while the week and a bit will be trying for him I know he can do it.

My question is what or how do I tell DS tomorrow that Mummy isn't going to be there for a while. We will be able to skype so it is not like he won't see me but what if anything should i say?

Any advice really gratefully received especially if anyone has had to do the same thing themselves. I am a total sook and don't know which is making me sicker the thought of leaving him or what I will have to face and work though in the next week.

Thanks