Hey mamas. My husband and I haven't lived in our area for very long at all and don't know many people or have any family here except my brother. I'm scheduled to be induced on Monday morning. All throughout my pregnancy the plan has been for my brother to watch our 2 year old daughter while I am in labor and in the hospital so my husband can be with me. My brother just told me that he has a class that he MUST attend on monday right in the middle of the day. I am going to be right in the middle of labor and possibly delivering! I don't think it seems like a good idea for myself or ny daughter for her to be in the room during my labor. Do I just have to get over it and go through labor alone so my husband can watch our daughter? I don't know what to do and I am so upset and panicked right now. Any suggestions?
Thank you all for your suggestions! We were able to find a daycare that we can take her to for the day so we will drop her off in the morning before going to the hospital and my brother can pick her up after his class. I am so relieved to not have to worry about this any more. Thanks again for your help!!
Kidspark at Arlington Highlands ###-###-#### is great and there is a coupon on mamapedia for $25 for $50 of childcare. I take my girls there when we have lapses in childcare (grandmother or nanny gets sick) and they love it.
I agree, call to see if you can reschedule to be induced. If not maybe you can call the hospital and see what they suggest.
Do either you or your husband have work people/boss that you could ask, just for while your delivering?
Best of luck to you, hope you can figure something out.
I was stay at home Mom and no relatives but I did find a Fun hourly childcare that helped during times I had to go to the hospital.
I was worried but they would go and have so much fun
they didn't even care we were gone. We used one in Arlington
but this one is in the North Area. This one might be close to you.
http://web.adventurekidsplaycare.com/
Either reschedule or get to know your neighbor real quick :) Honestly, most people would love to lend a hand if you just ask. Anyone at church that you know? Your brother has probably 100 single girl classmates if he is in college. I bet a few of them are education majors who would love to spend time with your daughter. Call the hospital. Depending on how long you're in labor, perhaps your daughter could be the nurse's helper. Ask the hospital nurses what they have seen that works.
And if it comes down to the wire, then bring a portable DVD player, lots of books and toys and snacks for your daughter. Let her in the room with you until time to push and have a nurse watch her at their desks or make her a little "corner" in your room with headphones on while you deliver.
Good luck!
Perhaps you can reschedule? Talk with your doctor. Otherwise, perhaps you could find someone to be at the hospital with your daughter during the time your brother needs to be away. That person could take her to the cafeteria or somewhere close so that your husband could check on them from time to time but still be with you. This way, you would feel more comfortable with her being cared for by someone you don't know well.
i had a dula that was with me during my labor, i went through a birthing class through DHS that hooked me up with her, she was in "training" for some medical study she was going through, and got to know us before the delivery so i would be comfortable with her in the room with me, she was AMAZING new all the ins and outs to help keep me and my family comfortable. look into that and see if someone like that is in your area it didn't cost me a thing to have her, not sure if DHS had to pay her or not, but she was a blessing through it all
I would call the hospital and explain your predicament - I'm assuming your brother will come back once his class is over, so the amount of time you need covered will probably not be more than a couple of hours, right? Chances are there is someone on staff at the hospital that could watch your daughter for that amount of time, or someone there who can help you brainstorm a solution if you explain your dilemma to them. This is the LAST thing you need to be worrying about now. I don't think it's a good idea for your daughter to be in the room with you, at least not while you're in active labor and delivering! Try to relax - easier said than done I know - these things have a way of working out and I feel certain someone will come to your rescue! :)
I don't know how close this is to you, (http://web.adventurekidsplaycare.com/locations.html) but I've used Adventure Kids Playcare, drop in daycare, several times (the Dallas and Plano locations). It's about $10/hour. I also googled "drop in daycare" and found this link - http://www.mamapedia.com/questions/247994847644876801 - with some other local suggestions. Perhaps your brother can drop her off, take his class, then pick her up after class? No interruptions for anyone, and if she's social, she might really like it. Good luck :)
You did not mention your city. I love Adventure Kids in Flower Mound. At first, I was reluctant to use it, but my daughter LOVES gong there- in fact, she asks me if she can go!
Not discounting one pregnancy over the other, but since this is not your first pregnancy, I would forfeit your husband being in the room and let him keep your 2yr old. Have one of the nurses "be there" for you. Who knows, you may not go into labor at all on that day your brother has class.
Hi Honey,
You poor thing. Is it possible to fly in a relative to help you and your husband out? Maybe someone from your husband or your job can help or has a spouse that is willing to help. I know I would help if this happened to someone who worked for my husband. People are willing to help, it is all just who you trust. Maybe ask your brother if there is someone he knows who can help you. If you are involved in a church, give them a call. Someone in the nursery may be able to help.
I wish you all the best!
There are some wonderful hourly playcare centers in the area that open early and stay open late. You will need to provide her shot records. I would go check them out Saturday, get her registered and set up for Monday. Then you could put her in for a full day or just a portion when your brother is unable to watch her.
I use Adventure Kids in Flower Mound and love it! My son loves to go there too. They will feed your child so you don't have to worry about a thing. If I were you, I would go there today and get registered and do a tour so your all ready for Monday.
I agree with taking her to KidsPark in Arlington at the Highlands-- we LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that place. My daughter never wants to leave there when I go to pick her up. The coupon from Mamapedia Sweet Deals ended on the 13th, so you can't get that, but even paying full price, it's only 7.50 an hour. Well worth it in your situation. They are wonderful. They open at 8am on Monday, no appointment necessary. Good luck!
Talk about stress! I would try and find a day care you can get her involved in for the day. It's got to be hard not knowing anyone! You may have better luck with a church daycare than a chain.
Oh my..... I have a super, wonderful in home day care provider in The Colony who will be more than happy to keep your daughter on a drop in basis. She kept my kids (my 2 boys and my niece) from 8 weeks old thru their preschool years. I love her! I still drop my kids by so they can run up and give her a hug (at their request).
If you are interested, please feel free to contact me. I may have been an emotional wreck without my mom and hubby in the delivery room. If you want your husband there....make it happen for one day!!! I don't think you will regret making alternative arrangements for your precious daughter.
great ideas here
Do you go to church?
does your brother have any female friends?
