Play groups: do you host at your house?

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hopesiris

Guest
Now that the weather is cooling off and play groups will be held at members homes, what do you plan to do if you have a toddler? I'm thinking to just not offer to hold it in my home and maybe contribute in other ways like bringing snacks or coffee (with hostess permission). I cringe at the idea of having to explain why I don't want to have it at my place. Eek. What are those of you with older babies and toddlers doing? Thanks!

Bonnie
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Now that the weather is cooling off and play groups will be held at members homes, what do you plan to do if you have a toddler? I'm thinking to just not offer to hold it in my home and maybe contribute in other ways like bringing snacks or coffee (with hostess permission). I cringe at the idea of having to explain why I don't want to have it at my place. Eek. What are those of you with older babies and toddlers doing? Thanks!

Bonnie
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Now that the weather is cooling off and play groups will be held at members homes, what do you plan to do if you have a toddler? I'm thinking to just not offer to hold it in my home and maybe contribute in other ways like bringing snacks or coffee (with hostess permission). I cringe at the idea of having to explain why I don't want to have it at my place. Eek. What are those of you with older babies and toddlers doing? Thanks!

Bonnie
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Now that the weather is cooling off and play groups will be held at members homes, what do you plan to do if you have a toddler? I'm thinking to just not offer to hold it in my home and maybe contribute in other ways like bringing snacks or coffee (with hostess permission). I cringe at the idea of having to explain why I don't want to have it at my place. Eek. What are those of you with older babies and toddlers doing? Thanks!

Bonnie
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Now that the weather is cooling off and play groups will be held at members homes, what do you plan to do if you have a toddler? I'm thinking to just not offer to hold it in my home and maybe contribute in other ways like bringing snacks or coffee (with hostess permission). I cringe at the idea of having to explain why I don't want to have it at my place. Eek. What are those of you with older babies and toddlers doing? Thanks!
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<br />Bonnie
 
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Wendy

Guest
Bonnie,

I have had play group at my house. Maybe because my parents have never treated me different or kept me away from people or events while I was growing up. We have just never been germaphobes (and I say that affectionately, not judgementally). I am raising my kids the same way I was raised. Of course, we wash our hands and don't attend play groups when anyone is sick. We just use common sense and use our best judgement. I also have to say that I don't get severe colds too often nor do my colds linger unbearably. If I did, I'm sure my philosophy would be different.



If you are not comfortable having others at your house, do not feel bad about that or feel the need to justify yourself. You are doing what is best for your family and that's all that matters. Keeping yourself healthy is a big part of you being the best parent you can.
 
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Wendy

Guest
Bonnie,

I have had play group at my house. Maybe because my parents have never treated me different or kept me away from people or events while I was growing up. We have just never been germaphobes (and I say that affectionately, not judgementally). I am raising my kids the same way I was raised. Of course, we wash our hands and don't attend play groups when anyone is sick. We just use common sense and use our best judgement. I also have to say that I don't get severe colds too often nor do my colds linger unbearably. If I did, I'm sure my philosophy would be different.



If you are not comfortable having others at your house, do not feel bad about that or feel the need to justify yourself. You are doing what is best for your family and that's all that matters. Keeping yourself healthy is a big part of you being the best parent you can.
 
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Wendy

Guest
Bonnie,

I have had play group at my house. Maybe because my parents have never treated me different or kept me away from people or events while I was growing up. We have just never been germaphobes (and I say that affectionately, not judgementally). I am raising my kids the same way I was raised. Of course, we wash our hands and don't attend play groups when anyone is sick. We just use common sense and use our best judgement. I also have to say that I don't get severe colds too often nor do my colds linger unbearably. If I did, I'm sure my philosophy would be different.



If you are not comfortable having others at your house, do not feel bad about that or feel the need to justify yourself. You are doing what is best for your family and that's all that matters. Keeping yourself healthy is a big part of you being the best parent you can.
 
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Wendy

Guest
Bonnie,

I have had play group at my house. Maybe because my parents have never treated me different or kept me away from people or events while I was growing up. We have just never been germaphobes (and I say that affectionately, not judgementally). I am raising my kids the same way I was raised. Of course, we wash our hands and don't attend play groups when anyone is sick. We just use common sense and use our best judgement. I also have to say that I don't get severe colds too often nor do my colds linger unbearably. If I did, I'm sure my philosophy would be different.



If you are not comfortable having others at your house, do not feel bad about that or feel the need to justify yourself. You are doing what is best for your family and that's all that matters. Keeping yourself healthy is a big part of you being the best parent you can.
 
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Wendy

Guest
Bonnie,
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<br />I have had play group at my house. Maybe because my parents have never treated me different or kept me away from people or events while I was growing up. We have just never been germaphobes (and I say that affectionately, not judgementally). I am raising my kids the same way I was raised. Of course, we wash our hands and don't attend play groups when anyone is sick. We just use common sense and use our best judgement. I also have to say that I don't get severe colds too often nor do my colds linger unbearably. If I did, I'm sure my philosophy would be different.
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<br />If you are not comfortable having others at your house, do not feel bad about that or feel the need to justify yourself. You are doing what is best for your family and that's all that matters. Keeping yourself healthy is a big part of you being the best parent you can.
 
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MurrensMama

New member
We have a strict policy of not allowing any sick outsiders into our home. When I taught, my students were reminded often NOT to come if they thought they might be sick. The same with playgroup people.

I'd just put it out there that you're willing to host as long as NO ONE brings a sickie with them. Some people just aren't that thoughtful or concerned about sharing their germs with others. If you feel comfortable you can say that you have a compromised or low immune system, or you can blame it on your hubby, that he doesn't want someone else's germs in his house, whatever.

That said, we have people in our home all the time, of all ages. We just don't knowingly expose ourselves to viruses and such.
 
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MurrensMama

New member
We have a strict policy of not allowing any sick outsiders into our home. When I taught, my students were reminded often NOT to come if they thought they might be sick. The same with playgroup people.

I'd just put it out there that you're willing to host as long as NO ONE brings a sickie with them. Some people just aren't that thoughtful or concerned about sharing their germs with others. If you feel comfortable you can say that you have a compromised or low immune system, or you can blame it on your hubby, that he doesn't want someone else's germs in his house, whatever.

That said, we have people in our home all the time, of all ages. We just don't knowingly expose ourselves to viruses and such.
 
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MurrensMama

New member
We have a strict policy of not allowing any sick outsiders into our home. When I taught, my students were reminded often NOT to come if they thought they might be sick. The same with playgroup people.

I'd just put it out there that you're willing to host as long as NO ONE brings a sickie with them. Some people just aren't that thoughtful or concerned about sharing their germs with others. If you feel comfortable you can say that you have a compromised or low immune system, or you can blame it on your hubby, that he doesn't want someone else's germs in his house, whatever.

That said, we have people in our home all the time, of all ages. We just don't knowingly expose ourselves to viruses and such.
 
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MurrensMama

New member
We have a strict policy of not allowing any sick outsiders into our home. When I taught, my students were reminded often NOT to come if they thought they might be sick. The same with playgroup people.

I'd just put it out there that you're willing to host as long as NO ONE brings a sickie with them. Some people just aren't that thoughtful or concerned about sharing their germs with others. If you feel comfortable you can say that you have a compromised or low immune system, or you can blame it on your hubby, that he doesn't want someone else's germs in his house, whatever.

That said, we have people in our home all the time, of all ages. We just don't knowingly expose ourselves to viruses and such.
 
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MurrensMama

New member
We have a strict policy of not allowing any sick outsiders into our home. When I taught, my students were reminded often NOT to come if they thought they might be sick. The same with playgroup people.
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<br />I'd just put it out there that you're willing to host as long as NO ONE brings a sickie with them. Some people just aren't that thoughtful or concerned about sharing their germs with others. If you feel comfortable you can say that you have a compromised or low immune system, or you can blame it on your hubby, that he doesn't want someone else's germs in his house, whatever.
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<br />That said, we have people in our home all the time, of all ages. We just don't knowingly expose ourselves to viruses and such.
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Thanks Wendy. I guess I'm a little nervous because I suffered a lot before my CF diagnosis and I don't yet know how much faster I'd get better if I received proper treatment. Heck I don't even know what proper treatment is for the nastier stuff like strep and bronchitis. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But like you I have kicked all the colds I've caught from my daughter very quickly. I love the diaper and snow boots pic, adorable!
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Thanks Wendy. I guess I'm a little nervous because I suffered a lot before my CF diagnosis and I don't yet know how much faster I'd get better if I received proper treatment. Heck I don't even know what proper treatment is for the nastier stuff like strep and bronchitis. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But like you I have kicked all the colds I've caught from my daughter very quickly. I love the diaper and snow boots pic, adorable!
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Thanks Wendy. I guess I'm a little nervous because I suffered a lot before my CF diagnosis and I don't yet know how much faster I'd get better if I received proper treatment. Heck I don't even know what proper treatment is for the nastier stuff like strep and bronchitis. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But like you I have kicked all the colds I've caught from my daughter very quickly. I love the diaper and snow boots pic, adorable!
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Thanks Wendy. I guess I'm a little nervous because I suffered a lot before my CF diagnosis and I don't yet know how much faster I'd get better if I received proper treatment. Heck I don't even know what proper treatment is for the nastier stuff like strep and bronchitis. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But like you I have kicked all the colds I've caught from my daughter very quickly. I love the diaper and snow boots pic, adorable!
 
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hopesiris

Guest
Thanks Wendy. I guess I'm a little nervous because I suffered a lot before my CF diagnosis and I don't yet know how much faster I'd get better if I received proper treatment. Heck I don't even know what proper treatment is for the nastier stuff like strep and bronchitis. <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But like you I have kicked all the colds I've caught from my daughter very quickly. I love the diaper and snow boots pic, adorable!
 
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