Leaving bub for the first time

[Sterla]

I think there was a thread similar to this, but I can't find it.

My DS is almost 2 months old and I haven't left him with anyone to go out, etc, - not even my DH. The closest I've had was my mum watching my DS while I had my haircut. It was only for an hour though, and she was in the same shopping complex the hairdresser is in...

I know my DS would be fine being watched by my DH or the grandparents... but I just can't bring myself to even consider leaving him with anyone. And I feel like the longer I leave it the harder it's going to be. I seem to be building it up more and more in my mind.

So... at what age did you first leave bub with someone else? How did you feel about it, how did you cope? Any tips to make it easier? I have some very keen grandparents wanting to babysit!

[Lady-bug]

I am exactly like you! Except DS is nearly 6 months and I still haven't left him with anyone! Oh well maybe one day!!

[Jakabella]

I have 2ce now... both times for only a few hrs. 1st time DH and I went out for breaky and 2nd time was today when I was cleaning a friend house.

DD was so spoilt that she didnt even miss me! She was with my parents... the cuddle from her when I got back was heven!!

Its hard but little bits at first help make it easier!! I go back to work 2 days a week in 2 month so I am working up to it so its not so hard on me..

Good luck!!

Kate

[{sarah}]

Make sure you're doing something that keeps you busy!! I left Juliette for the first time (other than with daddy) three weeks ago & was fine until we sat down for dinner then I had time to think. I was at my friend's hens night that I had organised so was nice & busy but once I sat down to rest & have dinner I was thinking about her & wanting to go home!

[feeb]

DS has only be left with DH for short periods eg for me to do grocerys!!

And 1 night i went out for 2 hrs for dinner with mothers group and was tempted to ring DH and ask how things were!

Dont stress you will do it when ready!

[AliBaby]

Oh I remember the first time I left DD and I was trying to get home so quickly, it does get easier though. I have only been out for a maximum of an hour to do groceries but start with a little trip maybe to go up to get a loaf of bread. Remember to take your phone and then you can always be contacted. You will be fine hun. Big to you

[Sterla]

Thanks for your replies. That's a good idea starting with small trips. I might try that first... my mum has been telling me and DH to go to the movies, but I don't feel ready for that just yet.

I know I shouldn't, but I feel guilty for denying my parents the chance to babysit, cause they (especially my mum) want to so much.