Leaving baby for the night
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Same as Natisha, I’ve only been away from my 2yo when I was having this baby. It’s normal to feel like this! Is there any way you can bring him along? He might nap in the pram, or one late night won’t hurt.
It is early days for a night away without your baby (No judgement to anyone who has already done this) but I personally would find this too distressing at such a young age. If it's not the right time for you don't do it x
I started off small, concerts, sporting events. Eventually this month I went away for four days with friends. Left my baby with grandparents. There's no need for anxiety. Just stay sober so you can drive, have your phone on vibrate. I assume you'll only be a small drive away if you're needed 👍 the longer you leave it, the worse it will be when they're older. You'll end up with a needy velcro baby, if you want to go anywhere
@Natalie sorry, but that’s not true. Building a secure attachment now will help them be more independent as they get older. My eldest was a “Velcro baby” and happily spends the day at nursery without me now. It’s perfectly normal to not want to leave your baby at this age. It’s also ok if you feel ready to do so!
@Lauren well said! My toddler wasn’t a Velcro baby and he’s happy at nursery and I’ve spent many a night out until 3am or later or some lunches with friends etc leaving him with his dad with zero issues, I just wasn’t comfortable with leaving him overnight. He also happily goes out with my friends without me with no problems.
@Natisha I’ve done the same! You shouldn’t feel pressured to do something if you’re not ready to do it and it’s not going to cause issues in the future. They’re still so tiny at the moment. Even 3 is so little!
Totally normal especially this young! My 3yr old has only spent 1 full night without me and that was when I had a c section for my June baby.