Thinking of sending 2.5yr old to nursery now

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He's going to start preschool when he's 3 anyway but recently I've felt he might benefit from having 1 morning per week at a nursery without me. And for me to have 3-4 hours to myself which I haven't had since he was born!

Now since I've been visiting nurseries and trying to decide which I prefer, I've started doubting myself and wondering if I'm doing the right thing.
Would I he benefit or should I wait another 6 months until he goes to preschool?

I can't decide what's the right thing to do!

If you like the nursery, I'd go for it! My DD has been in nursery since 11 months due to me working, and she's thrived there. Also, don't underestimate how lovely it'll be to have some time to yourself! I'm currently on mat leave with DD2, and I love my 'me' time when she naps on the days my daughter is at nursery (she's now in the preschool section). It also allows me to get jobs done!

This really is a personal decision!! If you could do with a break, then that is absolutely fine, maybe the settings you've looked at you just haven't clicked, have you looked at childminders too? They have to follow the same curriculum as nursery's butt have lower ratios, I would recommend looking at ones who work with an assistant, they will bridge the gap between the two types of settings.

I’m sure he’d benefit but one morning per week might be tricky for settling. You might find that some of the nurseries aren’t keen on that basis.

I'd say go for it although just be aware that only one half day may not be possible (none of the nurseries in my area allow this, it's a minimum of two per week). For some children I also think it would actually make it harder to settle in if going for such a small amount of time as there's less opportunity to bond with key workers etc although that probably depends on the child.

I started my LO when he was 2.5, best decision I've ever made for him and myself.
He does 3 mornings.
I would say do 2 at the least so he gets the full benefit from it.