I've been living here in South Florida since 2006 (dang, 7 years!) and honestly, I knew before moving down here that Sean was going to be the "One". Before even thinking of having kids, I knew that we would have our obstacles and challenges ahead for us before we really settled down getting married and having kids. I knew that the day would come when I officially became a mom and that time would just tell when we were going to have to face all the challenges that come with not having my parents nearby (my parents are separated) to help or any sort of extra help like alot of my friends do. Sean's parents do live in S. Miami but it can be a bit challenging for them to come visit at times and Sean's mother still works. So, that in itself, I know is hard. This is something that I've had to work through since the day Hunter was born. I'm not trying to throw a pity party for myself but I do realize that it could be alot easier if we had some extra help (free and hassle free kind!). For one, trying to find someone to watch Hunter for a full day on the days that day care is closed (holiday) and Sean and I both have to work. Two, what if Sean is working and I'm running really late getting home to pick him up from daycare? Also, I can't just leave him with anyone (there are a bunch of crazies out there)!. With that being said, here are a few options that Sean and I have created for ourselves:
1. If Hunter is sick and Sean has to work, I just stay home. One, who wants to take care of a sick baby? Two, he only wants me anyway and I'm just going to worry my little heart out for him the whole day if I were to go to work.
2. Luckily, Hunter's teacher (former) absolutely loves Hunter and she has watched him before if Sean and I have to work and the day care is closed. She lives near us and I just drop him off over there. She knows him just as well as I do and how can I not trust her! I felt really bad asking her one day because I know its her day off too (she works in the 4-5 yr old class now) but she immediately agreed and has told me numerous times to call her if I need her. Plus, she goes and checks on Hunter at school alot for me and texts me every now and then a photo of Hunter =)
3. Sean's sister has watched Hunter occasionally for a few hours at night if we want to go out on a date as well as our neighbor who is 20 yrs old. So this is perfect!
4. We also have some friends in the neighborhood whose daughter is 2.5 yrs old and she is expecting her second child the same day that I am due!!! Sean works with the father so it works out perfectly for us to call each other if we need some help. Hey, both of our houses are baby proofed!
4. We have also looked into Care.com. because there is going to be a time that I really just need someone reliable to watch Hunter (and Tyler) one day because I have this or that to do and Sean is working. I wanted to check it out now so that Hunter is aware of who that person is and isn't completely freaked out. Sooooo, we are going to try out a few "nannies" or babysitters and see which one we like. Don't get me wrong, its a bit pricey but since its a reliable source, I have to look into it.
5. Sean and I are joining a church that has a pre-school with it and are planning on sending Hunter there when he turns 2 (that's when they start taking them, they don't take infants..). What better place to meet other moms and just explore some options for us and join a church!
Now that I am in the middle of my pregnancy, I am starting to really see how even more difficult it will be when I return to work (when and if I do...lol). We're pretty much settled now in our new community so what better time to branch out some more. If anyone else out there has any other ideas, please pass them along!
1. If Hunter is sick and Sean has to work, I just stay home. One, who wants to take care of a sick baby? Two, he only wants me anyway and I'm just going to worry my little heart out for him the whole day if I were to go to work.
2. Luckily, Hunter's teacher (former) absolutely loves Hunter and she has watched him before if Sean and I have to work and the day care is closed. She lives near us and I just drop him off over there. She knows him just as well as I do and how can I not trust her! I felt really bad asking her one day because I know its her day off too (she works in the 4-5 yr old class now) but she immediately agreed and has told me numerous times to call her if I need her. Plus, she goes and checks on Hunter at school alot for me and texts me every now and then a photo of Hunter =)
3. Sean's sister has watched Hunter occasionally for a few hours at night if we want to go out on a date as well as our neighbor who is 20 yrs old. So this is perfect!
4. We also have some friends in the neighborhood whose daughter is 2.5 yrs old and she is expecting her second child the same day that I am due!!! Sean works with the father so it works out perfectly for us to call each other if we need some help. Hey, both of our houses are baby proofed!
4. We have also looked into Care.com. because there is going to be a time that I really just need someone reliable to watch Hunter (and Tyler) one day because I have this or that to do and Sean is working. I wanted to check it out now so that Hunter is aware of who that person is and isn't completely freaked out. Sooooo, we are going to try out a few "nannies" or babysitters and see which one we like. Don't get me wrong, its a bit pricey but since its a reliable source, I have to look into it.
5. Sean and I are joining a church that has a pre-school with it and are planning on sending Hunter there when he turns 2 (that's when they start taking them, they don't take infants..). What better place to meet other moms and just explore some options for us and join a church!
Now that I am in the middle of my pregnancy, I am starting to really see how even more difficult it will be when I return to work (when and if I do...lol). We're pretty much settled now in our new community so what better time to branch out some more. If anyone else out there has any other ideas, please pass them along!
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