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AIBU?

AIBU to take my baby food shopping at 9pm?

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Sammy1888 · 23/12/2015 19:31

As above really. Couldn't do it earlier as had to wait till payday and DP won't be home from work till half 8ish. Can't drive so can't go alone and DP would have a meltdown within 5 minutes at all the pressure if I sent him.

DD is 8 months, been asleep since 6ish, imagine she'll be chirpy and content sitting in the trolley going round as usual. Never gets upset when she is woken up e.g for a nappy change, if anything she just wants to play. Never gets upset at all really, bless her. Alternatively her and DP could wait in the car but I think that will irk her more as she gets pretty bored in the car seat and refuses to sleep anywhere at home so she won't just doze.

If the main consensus is that I am BU, I will brave it tomorrow evening when DP should finish a bit earlier. To be honest, I know she'll be excited at the chance to have a little late night people watching and won't mind a bit, but am more concerned at what other people will think to see a baby in the supermarket at 9pm especially as we're going to M&S --
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Alicewasinwonderland · 23/12/2015 19:57

CastaDiva Same here! I lived near a 24h Tesco. I used to go shopping with first baby at 2 or 3am.

Said baby could not stop crying, did not want to settle, but was very happy in car, and even more happy in supermarket. (I didn't impose a screaming child on the staff).

The only problem was that alcohol section was closed at night, but apart from that... everybody was more serene the following days.

OP< it's different with a toddler who should have a routine, babies are fine.

LikeASoulWithoutAMind · 23/12/2015 20:01

Sounds fine to me

StarlingMurmuration · 23/12/2015 20:06

I wouldn't but DS os a monster if his sleep routine is disturbed. If your DD is likely to be happy and sleep well tonight, go for it. Doing it tomorrow afternoon/evening would be a nightmare.

CastaDiva · 23/12/2015 20:13

Alice, I once burst into tears in the frozen food aisle at about 4am because I had finally stopped trying in vain to breastfeed and was buying formula and I felt awful about it, and some lovely shelf stacker patted me on the arm and said my baby was beautiful.

Janeymoo50 · 23/12/2015 20:18

It's a one off, probably be quieter anyway.

Fuckitfay · 23/12/2015 20:20

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NerrSnerr · 23/12/2015 20:21

Fuckit- because the op can't drive.

freezingmog · 23/12/2015 20:21

OP can't drive.

Sammy1888 · 23/12/2015 20:22

I guess you did, Fay. RTFT.

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Sammy1888 · 23/12/2015 20:23

Sorry Fay, misunderstood and thought you were another person thinking asking why DP couldn't. Didn't mean to be blunt

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DickDewy · 23/12/2015 20:37

I wouldn't think twice - young babies are blissfully portable.

Although, my DH would automatically take on this job in the circumstances.

Your dp would have a meltdown in 5 minutes? Tell him to grow the fuck up.

Fuckitfay · 23/12/2015 20:38

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Plateofcrumbs · 23/12/2015 23:35

Not sure if that was sarcasm, but yes he does actually crumbs

It was a genuine question! Wasn't sure if he was being reasonable in not just going on his own. I wouldn't have woken my baby for a similar excursion if I had another choice (DP doing it single handed) but if your DP really wouldn't cope that's different of course.

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MaryPoppinsPenguins · 24/12/2015 06:22

It's one of the best things about having a baby that you can still go out with them st night and they'll just sleep anywhere! Go for it

sparklewater · 24/12/2015 07:09

My oh would have got very stressed if he'd had to do the shop as well. He has quite a few anxiety issues which just make that sort of thing more hassle than its worth. He'd do it if necessary, but it can take a while to shake a bad experience so why risk it? You're getting a lot of rude responses so I just wanted to offer some balance!

Sounds like baby will be fine. Happy shopping!

TakeMeUpTheNorthMountain · 24/12/2015 07:14

I took my 9 month old last night, I had to- it would have been worse to take her on Christmas Eve I think

WeeseKeysAreThese · 24/12/2015 08:13

I wouldn't dream of it, my DD is an utter nightmare if her routine is ruined. If yours isn't then go!

Sparrowlegs248 · 24/12/2015 08:21

Interested to read this as I have a similar question. I've been wondering about going out to a family type place for a meal one evening. DS is 5 months and well used to lunches out but is always asleep by 6pm. Not sure whether its a good idea or not!

Sammy1888 · 24/12/2015 08:29

She had a lovely time and has only just woke up, and I got far too many Christmas treats! Though as a PP said, no pigs in blankets (though it can't be too hard making my own I hope). Nottalotta, we used to take her out for dinner around her bedtime (6) occasionally at that age. I think the excitement and the food kept her powering through and she was always on top form, giggling and generally being a joy. Guess it completely depends on the baby though but I would give it a go; maybe just encourage him to have a later nap that day.

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