SAHM - do you get a break?

[Frasersmum123]

And do you feel guilty about it.

My DS2 is currently doing 2 mornings in a private nursery, but will start at playschool in September. He is ASD and alot of work.

My MIL pays for it as she thought it would help his socialisation, but now that he is moving to playschool she has hinted about putting DD in to the private nursery for a morning so that I can have a break.

Its a lovely idea, but I feel so guilty. Should I hake off the guilt and accept her offer? Do other SAHM get a break?

[likessleep]

Guilt comes as part of being a mum doesn't it, if it's not one thing, it's another .

But blimey, if you would appreciate and enjoy the time, and your dc will enjoy the time, go for it. You have absolutely nothing to feel guilty about whatsoever.

Agree with others - what a lovely MIL! Enjoy it.

[Vintagepommery]

Do it! I did the same when dd2 was about 8months old and it helped enormously having the break.
Some people were a bit judgey and 'oh how could you' about it - (usually those who had a lot of helpful, nearby relatives who were happy to have their kids at the drop of a hat.)

[scrummymum]

I put DD (now 5) into nursery for one day a week when she turned 2. It was lovely to have one day when I could do some jobs without being interupted, go to do some shopping without taking a pushchair and bags filled with toys, food etc, or even visit a friend. I didn't feel at all guilty. She was having a great time.

Now DD is at school and DS is 18 months. He will go to nursery once he turns 2 for a day. I still get a break though. Occasionally, I drop him off at my mum's after taking DD to school and then she has him all day, picks DD up from school, gives them both tea and brings them home all ready for bed.

Everyone needs a break and if your child is extra demanding then your need is greater. Do whatever you want to do and never feel guilty about your choices.