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Mar 03, 2010 14:28

We are re-locating our (military) family from California to Georgia. For the move, I've made arrangements to leave our 15 month old with my mother-in-law in WV. I'll be flying out to CA for a week to pack everything up and the husband and I will be driving cross-country, picking up our son, and continuing on to GA ( ... )

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pinkgirly82

pinkgirly82

I personally couldn't and wouldn't do it. My oldest is 3 and she doesn't even like going away from us for one night. She's spent the night away from us 3 times, two of which were when we were in the hospital having my youngest.

Do you think your 15 month old would be okay being without BOTH parents for 2 weeks? If yes, and you're okay with it, then there's your answer.

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katsiss

katsiss

If you can do it, emotionally/mentally and you truly trust your mil then go for it. I don't think you are being selfish and it would probably give your and your husband some much needed time together. Its not like you guys are running off to Cancun, you are doing something for the family. If your child's grandparents are anything like mine were, your kid will be begging to stay!

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xenophyle

That age? Too young. Sry. Selfish is a terribly strong word though, and it doesn't seem to fit. It's not like you're taking a luxury vacation or something.

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c3pomeara

c3pomeara

Two young to spend time with a grandparent?

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xenophyle

A couple of hours with a grandparent is oe thing, but two weeks away from the primary caregiver is something else, at that age. If we were talking about a preschooler or older that would be different. It's not the end of the world. It's not a huge deal, but as a mother of three I wouldn't feel comfortable doing that with a 15 mo.

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c3pomeara

c3pomeara

As a parent, this move wouldn't be my first choice either. However, I make a huge effort to get my parents and inlaws involved with their grandchild, and also fully co-parent with my partner (so there is no primary caregiver). At 15 months,I brought my son to my inlaws house for 10 days, and I was gone most days working (so I did see my son in the evenings and some mornings). It was a wonderful experience for him.

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notbikiniready

notbikiniready

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uberliz

uberliz

You had to do what you have to do.

He's going to be with someone who loves him and will keep him safe.

Dont let people question yourself as a parent when you know you're doing what needs to be done.

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uberliz

uberliz

*dont let people make you question yourself*

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