To take baby to counsellor?

[Underthedeepblueocean]

I know it sounds stupid but I really need to talk and I don't have anyone to have my baby.

She is nearly 1 though so she wouldn't just sleep?

[bagelfiend]

You would need to chat to the councillor before hand to see wether this is something she would be ok with.

I think it would be fine so long as you bring a few toys and snacks to keep your DD entertained!

[Galvanized]

You'll have to ask - my GP-practice-based counsellor said no kids even babies so I added to my stresses by having to arrange childcare.

[Underthedeepblueocean]

Thanks. He isn't based in a surgery (have seen him before) but I just don't have anybody to have her.

[twirlypoo]

I was a lone parent and mine said to bring Ds if I was ever stuck and he could just play on floor with some toys. I never wanted to tho as was worried about him seeing me upset (silly I know!) but it was good to have the option.

[WayfaringStranger]

YANBU but definitely check with the counsellor. Some will agree but some think it is not conducive to a productive therapeutic environment. If he says no, would you be willing to try sitters.com for a babysitter?

[Underthedeepblueocean]

Probably not to be honest - she isn't used to strangers. I think it will be okay, if others have done it, it is more I wondered if it was the sort of thing that would never be done, I'll obviously check first.

[ilovesooty]

Obviously it's up to your counsellor but from me it would be a"no" I'm afraid. I don't think you can work properly in a therapeutic environment with a baby in the room.

[Underthedeepblueocean]

Do you think? :( I wouldnt ask if I wasnt a bit desperate.

[ilovesooty]

Yes,I'm afraid I do. Your counsellor may feel differently,so you can ask.

[Underthedeepblueocean]

I wouldn't want to put him in an awkward position.

[ilovesooty]

It's not awkward for him - he can consider it and say yes or no, explaining why. I'd say no and explain why I'd said that. If he feels he can do it and thinks it's appropriate to your needs he can say yes.

[Vastra]

It is supposed to be time just for you OP, if the counsellor says no it is probably from concern that your time is being compromised rather than anything else. It might be okay as an occasional thing, but it's hard to get the most from your time if you have a dependant with you. Hope it all turns out well for you.