Can't decide !

[thepurgebegins]

I've over thought this so much that I'm not sure what to do. My little one will be 2 in December. I've started him into a nursery where my sisters little one goes. He's gone a few times so far and does enjoy it. My plan was always to move him to the nursery which is a 20 second walk away but it would be in January after he turns 2 as they don't take admission for under 2. He's very outgoing and wanted him to start nursery now so he was getting out sooner and he needs/enjoys interaction from others. The other nursery is a 3 to 4 minute car drive so not far at all. Do I move him like I planned to in January as I feel bad seeing him happy in this nursery. I also feel bad for my cousin. Or do I let him stay and move him for September Next year. He will be moving regardless but will it have a big impact on him in January or an even bigger one in September as he'll be older and have more awareness even though it'll be after the summer holiday break.. both nurseries and staff are good it's more for convenience especially as I'm due in May with Baby 2. Just want an opinion on what you would do. PS Hes friendly and adapts well.. for now Thanks!

I'd move him anyway if that's what you want to do but let your DSis know what you're planning.

I would move him earlier if the move will be happening anyway. You have to assume he will be happy at the second nursery as well (and if that’s not the case, then you’ll need to address it anyway, whenever he moves?) and it seems like you may as well start getting him settled there. There’s enough time to get him used to it before the baby comes which will be a big change for him. My DD had to go to three nurseries and she was fine, and she is a confident and happy yr 2 now. Can you make a plan to ensure it all goes well eg just things like having a fun routine for the walk home (eg bring his favourite toy to meet him, or wellies and an umbrella so he can splash in puddles, or whatever he enjoys) and also maybe a plan to see your sister/ his cousin on the regular or semi regular eg they come round after nursery Fridays or similar so he is not missing them so much?

@Lostthetastefordahlias thankyou for that. Yes I can bring some toys or a something he's familiar with but atm he doesn't pay too much interest. He likes everything or nothing haha. Me and my sister are close in bond but where we live to and we are always meeting up at my mums so they play most evenings together so them not being together won't be an issue but it's more how she may feel ( she's almost 3 years old). Plus my sister said yesterday ooh they'll be together for a year and a half in nursery and I felt so bad. She doesn't know I'm pregnant yet.. she's having to terminate her pregnancy today and it's not the right time to tell her. Once I tell her she'll understand where I'm coming from. The staff are so happy to see him at nursery so I feel bad for them too. I need to stop being so emotional!!!!