Hi Fiona,

I am sorry to say but i do agree with Misty. I believe that you have decided that DSD cannot look after your daughter and you did inform your friend of how she let you down. So therefore it should be your friends decision whether or not she will allow her to babysit her child.

I also think if she takes her for a walk or to a friends house that gives you a break whether DD is sitting in front of the TV or not, it gives you a break and her a change of environment.

I think that should also keep in mind that she is also 16 yo and has a busy social life. It sounds like that she has been alot of help to you in the past and has let you down on the odd occacsion. I do think you are overreacting a little bit but i think you should ask her for help when you require it. Please keep in mind that there are other things she would probably prefer to be doing and if there is something she has already planned she shouldnt have to put it aside to look after her baby sister.

I am sorry this is a little harsh but i don't think you are being fair. You should be grateful for any help you have and will recieve from DSD and put the past occurance in the past.