My daughter is 1.8 years old. She's been attending daycare since mid-September. We used to pick her…

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My daughter is 1.8 years old. She's been attending daycare since mid-September. We used to pick her up after lunch, and she was always so happy and content (she only cried when entering the group). Today was the first time I left her for a nap... I came home and I'm crying. I feel like I abandoned my little baby to the caregiver. My husband, mother-in-law, and mom all think the earlier a child goes to daycare, the better. They say kids need to socialize and interact with peers. I don't have any support here. I don't agree; I'd happily stay home with her until she's three, or at least until 2.5. My husband earns enough for us to live comfortably. My guilt is overwhelming; I just can't handle it.
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Irina
it's not a tragedy )
rest, dedicate time to yourself )
and generally, if you're so worried, don't give them up so early
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Irina
My daughter is 2.3, and I'm not driving her yet either, she's better off at home )
Until 3, maternity leave, right? 🤗
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Irina
Why are you so easily led? I don't take my child to daycare, and I really don't care what others think, even close family. A child only needs their parents until age 3, not strangers or peers.
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Vedeneva Yuliya
don't leave
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Mama♡ocharovatelnoy dochki♡
Everything will be okay! He needs this adjustment, and so do you ❤️
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Mariya Glebova
At 1.8 years old, your baby definitely doesn't need socialization. At this age, the only reason to send them to daycare is necessity. Your husband and mother-in-law, honestly. If you have the option, stay home until they're 3. Any specialist will tell you that's the age.
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Gulnur
Mariya Glebova My poor mother-in-law is so worried, I need to go back to work 😅 Her poor son, carrying the family alone.
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Vera
Don't you have your own opinion? If you feel unprepared, don't drive. It's that simple.
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Tanya
If you're finding it this hard, you should have waited.
I sent mine off at 2, fully understanding that it was good for both of us.
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Olchik
What do grandmas and grandpas have to do with it? It doesn't matter what they think, it's your baby and you should do what you feel is right.
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Mariya Glebova
Mariya Glebova That makes sense then)) It's tough when your mother-in-law interferes. My husband made it clear to his mother early on that it wasn't her decision how long I'd be home with the baby or who I'd spend time with. She wasn't exactly thrilled that I was going on a second maternity leave.
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