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Daytime naps

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MintTeaForMe · 20/06/2014 15:00

Our DS is 2.7 yo. We'd like to drop his lunchtime nap (currently an hour) because when he has it he doesn't go to sleep at night before 9.30 / 10pm. My DH and I both work and TBH we'd prefer bedtime to be a little earlier, especially on weekdays. DS's nanny isn't keen. I understand her point of view - who wouldn't want their charge to nap during the day, especially if you aren't around at bedtime to deal with the consequences! - but I can't help thinking it's not good for us or DS to be going to bed so late. He manages fine without a nap with us on the weekend by the way - but then if he really needs sleep he does doze off in his buggy or in the car, which is no good for our nanny, who likes to have a break in the middle of the day at home. Are there any nannies out there or parents with experience of a similar situation who can advise? Thanks in advance.

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Crazyblonde · 20/06/2014 15:32

I'm not sure the nanny gets to make the decision about your son as to whether he naps or not, especially if it impacts on you at night time.
Just explain to her what you've said here and tell her that as if Monday, you don't want him to have a nap. Obviously if you are happy with it then say he can have 30 mins of TV so she will still get her break in a way.

mrswishywashy · 20/06/2014 15:11

It comes with the job, children grow they won't always nap so nanny should understand this.

When children I've nannied for have dropped naps they've had quiet time so that I can do nursery duties and have a break myself. Depending on child they may have a half hour or so of TV as well. Maybe say that you don't expect him to be entertained but his naps need to stop especially if he does fine at weekend.

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