Too young for us to have a weekend away?

[Snoozysaurus]

We have 2 DC- DD 4 years and DS 21 months. I have booked a night away for DH for his birthday next week but I’ve been contemplating adding on an extra night as it’s our anniversary right after his birthday. Plus we could really do with some quality time together. However, I am a bit worried about leaving DS as he is so young still. Also, there has never been a single day of either of their lives where I haven’t seen them so that feels weird.

They would be staying with my parents whom they are very comfortable with. DD has stayed over several times before and DS had his first ‘practice’ night last month and was fine. He goes to my mums for a full day once a week when I’m working and they both see my mum several times a week for little bits too. In that sense, they’d be fine but I also can’t help thinking that DS will think I’ve abandoned him!

I realise this is a personal decision and no one can give me the right answer but I’m interested in hearing opinions. Thanks!

I’m not sure I was clear enough- it’s having 2 nights in a row that I’m dithering over. I’m comfortable with 1 night away.

I think two nights is fine as your kids are SO used to their grandparents. If your parents are willing I’d say go for it

They will do fine! Enjoy the trip!

Go and enjoy your two night break, he will be absolutely fine with your parents

My kids were absolutely fine staying with grandparents at that age and younger.

Go and have a great time whilst they are spoiled rotten with the GPs

I had to do this for work at a similar age and I wasn’t happy - I was definitely not cool and relaxed about leaving my baby. BUT he was completely and utterly fine and within a few hours of being back you’ll wonder what you were ever worried about. Do go for it!

Sounds like he'll be fine, and he'll have his big sister with him too, which is bound to be very reassuring and familiar.
Go for it and have a lovely time and well-deserved break.

Thanks everyone. That is reassuring!