Debating more "playdates".....Need some advise

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SARAHSARAH253

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Okay, It's November...Our second fall...We skated through last fall/winter with no runny noses..or colds. I know the docs told us to keep our son out of daycare if we could for the 1st year. That was our plan already, so that was okay. It just took, and still gets some getting use as far as social activities..Making sure everyone is healthy enough, and avoiding people when they are sick...

Now he is almost 15 months, and my husband wants me to make an effort to have more play dates for him...I however think we should sit out a little more this fall again. I tell myself I don't want to make him a bubble boy, but it's so hard to find the right balance. What age did you start your young ones in more active play groups. I was thinking we start more when he was 3. Sorry, if this sounds silly to bring up..It's just so frustrating..

Sarah
 
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SARAHSARAH253

New member
Okay, It's November...Our second fall...We skated through last fall/winter with no runny noses..or colds. I know the docs told us to keep our son out of daycare if we could for the 1st year. That was our plan already, so that was okay. It just took, and still gets some getting use as far as social activities..Making sure everyone is healthy enough, and avoiding people when they are sick...

Now he is almost 15 months, and my husband wants me to make an effort to have more play dates for him...I however think we should sit out a little more this fall again. I tell myself I don't want to make him a bubble boy, but it's so hard to find the right balance. What age did you start your young ones in more active play groups. I was thinking we start more when he was 3. Sorry, if this sounds silly to bring up..It's just so frustrating..

Sarah
 
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SARAHSARAH253

New member
Okay, It's November...Our second fall...We skated through last fall/winter with no runny noses..or colds. I know the docs told us to keep our son out of daycare if we could for the 1st year. That was our plan already, so that was okay. It just took, and still gets some getting use as far as social activities..Making sure everyone is healthy enough, and avoiding people when they are sick...

Now he is almost 15 months, and my husband wants me to make an effort to have more play dates for him...I however think we should sit out a little more this fall again. I tell myself I don't want to make him a bubble boy, but it's so hard to find the right balance. What age did you start your young ones in more active play groups. I was thinking we start more when he was 3. Sorry, if this sounds silly to bring up..It's just so frustrating..

Sarah
 
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SARAHSARAH253

New member
Okay, It's November...Our second fall...We skated through last fall/winter with no runny noses..or colds. I know the docs told us to keep our son out of daycare if we could for the 1st year. That was our plan already, so that was okay. It just took, and still gets some getting use as far as social activities..Making sure everyone is healthy enough, and avoiding people when they are sick...

Now he is almost 15 months, and my husband wants me to make an effort to have more play dates for him...I however think we should sit out a little more this fall again. I tell myself I don't want to make him a bubble boy, but it's so hard to find the right balance. What age did you start your young ones in more active play groups. I was thinking we start more when he was 3. Sorry, if this sounds silly to bring up..It's just so frustrating..

Sarah
 
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SARAHSARAH253

New member
Okay, It's November...Our second fall...We skated through last fall/winter with no runny noses..or colds. I know the docs told us to keep our son out of daycare if we could for the 1st year. That was our plan already, so that was okay. It just took, and still gets some getting use as far as social activities..Making sure everyone is healthy enough, and avoiding people when they are sick...
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<br />Now he is almost 15 months, and my husband wants me to make an effort to have more play dates for him...I however think we should sit out a little more this fall again. I tell myself I don't want to make him a bubble boy, but it's so hard to find the right balance. What age did you start your young ones in more active play groups. I was thinking we start more when he was 3. Sorry, if this sounds silly to bring up..It's just so frustrating..
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<br />Sarah
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cheygemini

New member
Debating more "playdates

My daughter is almost 3 1/2. She has had one regularly scheduled play date a week, with a little girl, for the past year. When the weather is good we try to go on walks outside. If she does have more playdates, 2 at the most in a week, I try to have the child come to my house. Luckily, the parents are considerate & are very careful that their child is healthy. I think it is best if the child comes to your home vs. going to their house.
We do go to the park but usually about once a week. During the Winter we try to avoid Birthday parties and large get togethers, as she has caught colds from them.
Your son is still young enough that he probably isn't missing out.
I think at 2 1/2 to 3 they start to really enjoy interacting with other children and it is great for them to experience.
I don't want to isolate my daughter, as she does need to build immunities to the outside world. They do need to get some colds to build up their immune system.
The other good thing to do is support the immune system with good nutrition (no sugar, lots of veggies, fish oil, vit. A, C, E, D & Zinc, Coconut Oil & Saline nasal rinses)
Good luck!! I don't think you need to rush it. Take it easy through the Winter. Come Springtime he will probably be ready for more action.
Sincerely,
Willow
 
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cheygemini

New member
Debating more "playdates

My daughter is almost 3 1/2. She has had one regularly scheduled play date a week, with a little girl, for the past year. When the weather is good we try to go on walks outside. If she does have more playdates, 2 at the most in a week, I try to have the child come to my house. Luckily, the parents are considerate & are very careful that their child is healthy. I think it is best if the child comes to your home vs. going to their house.
We do go to the park but usually about once a week. During the Winter we try to avoid Birthday parties and large get togethers, as she has caught colds from them.
Your son is still young enough that he probably isn't missing out.
I think at 2 1/2 to 3 they start to really enjoy interacting with other children and it is great for them to experience.
I don't want to isolate my daughter, as she does need to build immunities to the outside world. They do need to get some colds to build up their immune system.
The other good thing to do is support the immune system with good nutrition (no sugar, lots of veggies, fish oil, vit. A, C, E, D & Zinc, Coconut Oil & Saline nasal rinses)
Good luck!! I don't think you need to rush it. Take it easy through the Winter. Come Springtime he will probably be ready for more action.
Sincerely,
Willow
 
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cheygemini

New member
Debating more "playdates

My daughter is almost 3 1/2. She has had one regularly scheduled play date a week, with a little girl, for the past year. When the weather is good we try to go on walks outside. If she does have more playdates, 2 at the most in a week, I try to have the child come to my house. Luckily, the parents are considerate & are very careful that their child is healthy. I think it is best if the child comes to your home vs. going to their house.
We do go to the park but usually about once a week. During the Winter we try to avoid Birthday parties and large get togethers, as she has caught colds from them.
Your son is still young enough that he probably isn't missing out.
I think at 2 1/2 to 3 they start to really enjoy interacting with other children and it is great for them to experience.
I don't want to isolate my daughter, as she does need to build immunities to the outside world. They do need to get some colds to build up their immune system.
The other good thing to do is support the immune system with good nutrition (no sugar, lots of veggies, fish oil, vit. A, C, E, D & Zinc, Coconut Oil & Saline nasal rinses)
Good luck!! I don't think you need to rush it. Take it easy through the Winter. Come Springtime he will probably be ready for more action.
Sincerely,
Willow
 
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cheygemini

New member
Debating more "playdates

My daughter is almost 3 1/2. She has had one regularly scheduled play date a week, with a little girl, for the past year. When the weather is good we try to go on walks outside. If she does have more playdates, 2 at the most in a week, I try to have the child come to my house. Luckily, the parents are considerate & are very careful that their child is healthy. I think it is best if the child comes to your home vs. going to their house.
We do go to the park but usually about once a week. During the Winter we try to avoid Birthday parties and large get togethers, as she has caught colds from them.
Your son is still young enough that he probably isn't missing out.
I think at 2 1/2 to 3 they start to really enjoy interacting with other children and it is great for them to experience.
I don't want to isolate my daughter, as she does need to build immunities to the outside world. They do need to get some colds to build up their immune system.
The other good thing to do is support the immune system with good nutrition (no sugar, lots of veggies, fish oil, vit. A, C, E, D & Zinc, Coconut Oil & Saline nasal rinses)
Good luck!! I don't think you need to rush it. Take it easy through the Winter. Come Springtime he will probably be ready for more action.
Sincerely,
Willow
 
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cheygemini

New member
Debating more "playdates

My daughter is almost 3 1/2. She has had one regularly scheduled play date a week, with a little girl, for the past year. When the weather is good we try to go on walks outside. If she does have more playdates, 2 at the most in a week, I try to have the child come to my house. Luckily, the parents are considerate & are very careful that their child is healthy. I think it is best if the child comes to your home vs. going to their house.
<br />We do go to the park but usually about once a week. During the Winter we try to avoid Birthday parties and large get togethers, as she has caught colds from them.
<br />Your son is still young enough that he probably isn't missing out.
<br />I think at 2 1/2 to 3 they start to really enjoy interacting with other children and it is great for them to experience.
<br />I don't want to isolate my daughter, as she does need to build immunities to the outside world. They do need to get some colds to build up their immune system.
<br />The other good thing to do is support the immune system with good nutrition (no sugar, lots of veggies, fish oil, vit. A, C, E, D & Zinc, Coconut Oil & Saline nasal rinses)
<br />Good luck!! I don't think you need to rush it. Take it easy through the Winter. Come Springtime he will probably be ready for more action.
<br />Sincerely,
<br />Willow
 
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Rebjane

Super Moderator
Debating more "playdates

Hi There,

I think playdates are important for little kids; it's hard because as a mom we don't want our kids with CF to get sick; we do everything to keep them healthy. Part of raising a healthy kid is socialization. What I have found helpful is just being open and honest with whomever you invite over. Maybe you have a friend with a child about your own's age you can have over for coffee and just give them a run down on the"it's ok to cancel even last minute for a playdate if you think your child is coming down with something" talk. Have handiwipes around; don't let the kids share cups or eat out the same bowl. Being open about CF helps. My daughter has an older brother so he has friends come over as well; so she has been exposed to alot. The other thing is; you're child with CF WILL get a cold/ it's really unavoidable; and it's ok. It's not you're fault. We just do our best to keep them healthy and then take care of them when they are sick. It might be good for you too if you can find a friend in the mom that brings her child over; Us moms need friends too!!

I also like to do outdoor activities in the winter; sledding,snow men etc. You are outside, not closed in..Seems easier to keep away outside from sick kids.


Don't forget to enjoy your little one!
 
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Rebjane

Super Moderator
Debating more "playdates

Hi There,

I think playdates are important for little kids; it's hard because as a mom we don't want our kids with CF to get sick; we do everything to keep them healthy. Part of raising a healthy kid is socialization. What I have found helpful is just being open and honest with whomever you invite over. Maybe you have a friend with a child about your own's age you can have over for coffee and just give them a run down on the"it's ok to cancel even last minute for a playdate if you think your child is coming down with something" talk. Have handiwipes around; don't let the kids share cups or eat out the same bowl. Being open about CF helps. My daughter has an older brother so he has friends come over as well; so she has been exposed to alot. The other thing is; you're child with CF WILL get a cold/ it's really unavoidable; and it's ok. It's not you're fault. We just do our best to keep them healthy and then take care of them when they are sick. It might be good for you too if you can find a friend in the mom that brings her child over; Us moms need friends too!!

I also like to do outdoor activities in the winter; sledding,snow men etc. You are outside, not closed in..Seems easier to keep away outside from sick kids.


Don't forget to enjoy your little one!
 
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Rebjane

Super Moderator
Debating more "playdates

Hi There,

I think playdates are important for little kids; it's hard because as a mom we don't want our kids with CF to get sick; we do everything to keep them healthy. Part of raising a healthy kid is socialization. What I have found helpful is just being open and honest with whomever you invite over. Maybe you have a friend with a child about your own's age you can have over for coffee and just give them a run down on the"it's ok to cancel even last minute for a playdate if you think your child is coming down with something" talk. Have handiwipes around; don't let the kids share cups or eat out the same bowl. Being open about CF helps. My daughter has an older brother so he has friends come over as well; so she has been exposed to alot. The other thing is; you're child with CF WILL get a cold/ it's really unavoidable; and it's ok. It's not you're fault. We just do our best to keep them healthy and then take care of them when they are sick. It might be good for you too if you can find a friend in the mom that brings her child over; Us moms need friends too!!

I also like to do outdoor activities in the winter; sledding,snow men etc. You are outside, not closed in..Seems easier to keep away outside from sick kids.


Don't forget to enjoy your little one!
 
R

Rebjane

Super Moderator
Debating more "playdates

Hi There,

I think playdates are important for little kids; it's hard because as a mom we don't want our kids with CF to get sick; we do everything to keep them healthy. Part of raising a healthy kid is socialization. What I have found helpful is just being open and honest with whomever you invite over. Maybe you have a friend with a child about your own's age you can have over for coffee and just give them a run down on the"it's ok to cancel even last minute for a playdate if you think your child is coming down with something" talk. Have handiwipes around; don't let the kids share cups or eat out the same bowl. Being open about CF helps. My daughter has an older brother so he has friends come over as well; so she has been exposed to alot. The other thing is; you're child with CF WILL get a cold/ it's really unavoidable; and it's ok. It's not you're fault. We just do our best to keep them healthy and then take care of them when they are sick. It might be good for you too if you can find a friend in the mom that brings her child over; Us moms need friends too!!

I also like to do outdoor activities in the winter; sledding,snow men etc. You are outside, not closed in..Seems easier to keep away outside from sick kids.


Don't forget to enjoy your little one!
 
R

Rebjane

Super Moderator
Debating more "playdates

Hi There,

I think playdates are important for little kids; it's hard because as a mom we don't want our kids with CF to get sick; we do everything to keep them healthy. Part of raising a healthy kid is socialization. What I have found helpful is just being open and honest with whomever you invite over. Maybe you have a friend with a child about your own's age you can have over for coffee and just give them a run down on the"it's ok to cancel even last minute for a playdate if you think your child is coming down with something" talk. Have handiwipes around; don't let the kids share cups or eat out the same bowl. Being open about CF helps. My daughter has an older brother so he has friends come over as well; so she has been exposed to alot. The other thing is; you're child with CF WILL get a cold/ it's really unavoidable; and it's ok. It's not you're fault. We just do our best to keep them healthy and then take care of them when they are sick. It might be good for you too if you can find a friend in the mom that brings her child over; Us moms need friends too!!

I also like to do outdoor activities in the winter; sledding,snow men etc. You are outside, not closed in..Seems easier to keep away outside from sick kids.


Don't forget to enjoy your little one!
 
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folione

New member
Debating more "playdates

We started making playdates when our boy started wanting them - I think around 2 or 2 1/2. We just made sure the date was not oozing green slime or hacking away with a junky cough and made sure they did not lick the same toys after each other. Sure, he started getting colds and it sucks. But our boy is a very extroverted and social only child and would have been miserable if we did not let him have friends. I guess my main point is that it depends on the child's temperament and has to be a balance of having fun and + risk. good luck.
 
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folione

New member
Debating more "playdates

We started making playdates when our boy started wanting them - I think around 2 or 2 1/2. We just made sure the date was not oozing green slime or hacking away with a junky cough and made sure they did not lick the same toys after each other. Sure, he started getting colds and it sucks. But our boy is a very extroverted and social only child and would have been miserable if we did not let him have friends. I guess my main point is that it depends on the child's temperament and has to be a balance of having fun and + risk. good luck.
 
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folione

New member
Debating more "playdates

We started making playdates when our boy started wanting them - I think around 2 or 2 1/2. We just made sure the date was not oozing green slime or hacking away with a junky cough and made sure they did not lick the same toys after each other. Sure, he started getting colds and it sucks. But our boy is a very extroverted and social only child and would have been miserable if we did not let him have friends. I guess my main point is that it depends on the child's temperament and has to be a balance of having fun and + risk. good luck.
 
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folione

New member
Debating more "playdates

We started making playdates when our boy started wanting them - I think around 2 or 2 1/2. We just made sure the date was not oozing green slime or hacking away with a junky cough and made sure they did not lick the same toys after each other. Sure, he started getting colds and it sucks. But our boy is a very extroverted and social only child and would have been miserable if we did not let him have friends. I guess my main point is that it depends on the child's temperament and has to be a balance of having fun and + risk. good luck.
 
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folione

New member
Debating more "playdates

We started making playdates when our boy started wanting them - I think around 2 or 2 1/2. We just made sure the date was not oozing green slime or hacking away with a junky cough and made sure they did not lick the same toys after each other. Sure, he started getting colds and it sucks. But our boy is a very extroverted and social only child and would have been miserable if we did not let him have friends. I guess my main point is that it depends on the child's temperament and has to be a balance of having fun and + risk. good luck.
 
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