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I think as long as you are taking them to lots of clubs/groups/play groups etc so they get social interaction with other roughly their age, then there isn't a need to put them in nursery. (BTW I'm speaking as someone who's LO is in nursery due to work). So many people these days are used to going back to work ASAP, that going to nursery early is just considered normal for most people. If you are able to stay at home with LO (or partner is), then why not keep them with you longer. At this age the only thing they will learn at nursery rather than home, is trusting someone not in the family unit to look after them (in a good way not as in they trust all strangers), everything else you can teach LO at home and at play groups just as well.
Mine isn't and she won't be until she's 3. Research suggests this is a great time to get them in nursery. Maybe the judgment comes from a place of jealousy, other parents wishing they could spend more time with their little ones but have to go back to work etc. Try not to take it on board and keep doing your thing!
My LG has been in for a while, and she seems to love it but honestly it makes my heart hurt that I need to put her there, I'd so much rather spend every moment with her! 🥺 Don't listen to other people's judgement x
Stay with yours as long as possible 💕💕I’m planning on going back when he’s two and that feels far too soon
Mines is not in nursery.And I feel the same way as you! As a trained early childhood teacher I feel that if a child can be with a parent for the first 3 years it's so beneficial ❤️ they will have their whole life to be in school and to be around other kids. If you're able to stay at home, enjoy this time with your LO they are only young once. Guilt is so, though - I work part time, and I sometimes feel guilty for not working more hours.
Nope and he likely won’t go at all. We care for our little one between my hubby and myself. It’s not easy financially but it’s worth it. He’s a very happy, friendly and clever little boy so curious and we’re glad we have not had to do it. We are exploring more groups now he’s getting to 18 months but moving to the homeschool direction for schooling. Don’t let anyone make you feel bad your child your decision.
@Dianne I’m so glad to read this… I don’t my little one to go to school.. and feeling a lot of pressure to do so… he’s 3 in May.. I want to homeschool also
Keep baby at home as long as possible! Who cares what anyone says. I have my baby in many classes and play groups and not planning sending him anywhere until he’s 4 or older. do what works for you!!!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼
Our little girl is starting next month. She had her first settling in session on Monday. The only reason I decided to send her now is because she’s very shy around other people so I wanted her to gain a bit of confidence with other people before starting pre school. How wrong I was ! She went into her settling in session and didn’t even bat an eyelid when I left ! She coped so well I’m now thinking maybe I could have started her a bit later and she would be fine ! So don’t rush it at all. Ignore the judgement and enjoy all the time with him you can 💛💛
Haven’t enrolled mine anywhere. Lost my job during my mat leave and since it has been difficult to find work that pays enough to send him to nursery and to survive. Am quite remote so not many local play groups but he’s so sociable on our daily outings and at least once a week he’s in the crèche for an hour at my gym.
Not sending mine untill he’s 4 , I wanna spend as much time with him as possible x
Nope mines not & thats coming from someone who’s worked 10+ years in nursery’s. She probably won’t until she’s around three x
My son isn’t at nursery yet we did look at our first one yesterday and they are so expensive we literally cannot afford to put him in one yet
Why would someone judge that? Honestly I don't get it. I would just ask them in a really incredulous tone why on earth they would think that and also why they think they have a say in childcare options for someone else's child. Nursery doesn't even make financial sense for every family. My son will start at 18mo but we've had no pressure, more like the opposite as my partner is from Germany and most women kiss their career goodbye when they're 5 or 6 months pregnant that's it finito
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Mine is at a childminder 4 days a week. He picks up a lot from her just being more experienced than me and being with other kids. I have no doubt that it’s great for him and I trust her completely but I WISH I was in the position to be able to have him with me every day and to have never sent him. So absolutely you are doing the right thing. Don’t listen to anyone else x
My sister’s kids have never been to nursery. The eldest started pre school this year (she is 4 in a few weeks) and her other two (2 yr old & 7 mth old) will do the same. My lo has been at nursery since she was 9 months old but that is because I can’t afford not to work.
I don’t understand why someone would judge you for not putting your child in nursery. If I could I would have kept my boy with me but I had to return to work so he’s been going nursery since he was 9 months old. I can understand it being good for his social and cognitive development but health wise- he’s always sick with something or a scratch here or there and the nursery costs were a joke before I started getting help from the government 15 hours free scheme. Anyway your child your choice! x
My little girl isn't at nursery yet. It didn't make sense financially for us and we are fortunate enough that I didn't need to go back to work. We are planning on sending her to nursery/ preschool at some point next year. It's your child and you know what's best for you and your family. Don't let anyone pressure you into something you're not ready for.