To sit on the floor and read my book

[AugustaCarp]

Whilst 10 month old DD plays with her toys? I feel it would be

yanbu.

of course.

it's very good for children to be able to entertain themselves- it stops "i'm bored!" when they're older

(well, delays it slightly)
(very slightly)

Oh that would be completely neglectful, your poor 10 month old. Shame on you.

not really, get stuck in

Why, are you supposed to just watch them play

why wouldn't you?
what do you think you're supposed to be doing?

Well unless you want to be a helicopter parent, I suggest you start reading ASAP.

Independent play is good for children

Far from BU, you are actually ensuring that dc becomes gifted and talented from learning from your fine example: reading actual books.

You are,in fact, duty bound to continue to sit and read

I feel like I'm meant to be watching and or interacting? I love DD more than anything, but it can get tedious...

If you interact constantly you'll end up with a 3 year old who can't play alone for 2 minutes without an adult directing them. Make a cuppa, sit on the sofa and read your book.

Have some chocolate too in a few months she'll be old enough to demand it whenever you sneak a square

YABU.

Sit.on the couch.

Read your book. I made the mistake of constantly interacting with my PBF. He is now 8 and cannot occupy himself for more than five minutes.

I ignore the younger ones as much as possible and they are turning out well

Ah, the last great parenting taboo...admitting that your children are boring!

mine is

Depends. Which book is it? I'm always looking for recommendations.

I always felt guilty for not interacting but did force myself to read the internets a good book sometimes.

I mn or do the dreaded housework while my 9mo investigates the tv and phone his treasure basket. When else can we catch a break?!

YANBU. And you're setting a good example by showing your DD that books are fun to read

Besides, if your DD is anything like my DS, she'll be quick to let you know if she actually wants you to join in with playing with her toys.

No, read your book. In 6 months time, or less, your DD will be grabbing the book out of your hand and bugging you to play with her so read the book now while you still can!

I regret not taking advantage of the baby years now that DS is a toddler

I read while 11 month old ds plays. He comes over every so often, I play with him, and when he gets bored of me, I go back to reading