Haven’t taken second baby to any classes or groups

[Peonyyyy]

My first child is 4 and second is now 9 months. I took my first to a few classes and baby groups while I was on maternity leave and afterwards on my days off but not loads or religiously, and more so once he became a toddler. With my second I have 2 days a week where my son is at nursery and I could take her to some classes but I just haven’t had time or felt the need and a lot of them don’t work around naps. And with what little time I have while she’s awake I’d just rather not spend it at a baby group 😅 She has two naps and when she’s awake we’re usually running errands or catching up with friends and their children, and on the days where I have both she comes along wherever I take him eg park, cafes, soft play. This is fine… right? I genuinely just don’t feel the need or have the time.

My second is nearly 12 months now and I’ve done pretty much exactly the same as you describe. So far I have no regrets.

Ok good 😊 I’ve been fine about it but then suddenly wondered if I should be doing more. But it just feels natural to do what we’re doing now, she is very entertained by her big brother, has a lot of toys from when he was a baby and goes out a lot with me and all of us to lots of different places which is hopefully good for her!

Do what you need to. You may find by the time they’re two, you’ll be out and about a lot more.

Totally fine! Don’t overthink it.

Don’t worry.

I didn’t take DC1 to any as it was lockdown.

With DC2, i didn’t do any classes (as they are not my thing at all, especially if i am made to sing), and i just did one casual baby group for company. Which by that time was a bit boring as sometimes i want to talk about things other than how much baby naps or how weaning is going or how many teeth they have.

It’s completely fine!

I actually take my second to 3 classes a week, so have gone all out and I took my eldest to quite a lot too, but it isn’t for everyone and what you’re doing with them sounds great still!

My second is 12 months and I managed baby groups a few times but nothing compared to what I did with my first. Hasn’t done her any harm, she’s ahead with all her milestones and much more sociable than my eldest!

I didn't either, come to think of it! Took eldest son to baby yoga and a singing group thing. I did take both of them to the local weekly church run toddler group though, such a brilliant place for making friends. They are 20 and 18 now!