[jcottrell]

Hello Everyone,
Last week was my son's first week at his daycare. He is 2 months old, and is at the sitter's 2-3 days a week.

Today, our sitter called and asked if we minded if she took our son to the pool with her and her 3 year old daughter once in awhile.

Initially, I didn't mind as long as she put suncreen on him. Now that I had a chance to think about it though, I feel like he is too young to be at the pool.

Am I overreacting?
Thanks!

[SchmennaLeigh]

It is your decision, of course! Thankfully Nick was born in the late fall so I didn't have to be faced with this decision at two months. Personally, and I speak from my own opinion, I wouldn't have my son at a public pool at two months. A private one? Maybe. In full sunscreen, a onesie, shorts, a hat and sunglasses. But remember... I'm super-over-protective-mom.

Discuss your misgivings about the situation with her and see if you can come up with a compromise. Can you get a baby pool for the babysitter's house?

[jcottrell]

Thank Jen. I try not to be a super-over protective parent which is why I initially seem okay with things like this. Then once my instinct kicks in, I begin to worry and have second thoughts. I will probably talk to her about this tomorrow and share my concerns.

Thanks again,
Jodi

[SchmennaLeigh]

Let us know how it goes. Don't feel "guilty" about voicing your concerns. This is your child. If your instinct tells you something, please speak up.

I'll be thinking of you!

[kelceesmom]

I would definately talk with your sitter. After all it is your baby and you are paying her and have a say in what happens during your babies day. I too didn't have to worry about it last year. This year is different for us. Our daughter is 13 months now so we have had her in swimming lessons all summer just in case! Good luck.

[StorkWatcher]

First, I was going to chime in. Then I decided not to. Now, I just can't stop myself.

I would not want my sitter taking my 2 month old to the pool. Basically, I would be worried she couldn't watch the 3YO well enough or keep an eye on the babe (not that he'd be swimming). Plus, I'd be worried about all the other kids if it is a public pool or a private club. It can get hectic.

But that is just my honest feeling about what I would do if it were my son. Of course, maybe your sitter is like family, and you feel completely comfortable with it. But I'd think she could wait 2 or 3 more months until he's just little older.