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Does anyone else feel like they have to constantly entertain their young one? I'm a new mother and a sahm with a five month old son. I feel like I have to devote all of my attention to him and I really don't get to do anything else. I don't even want to talk about my housekeeping at the moment, it really needs to be done and caught up. How does all the other sahm's deal with entertainment? My son is an only child, so I'm all he has during the day, but I think we're both starting to get bored. We're attempting to go out and do things, but we're not finding all that much to do. Are there any playgroups out there that a five month old could join?
Does anyone else feel like their social interaction is heavily dependent on their young one? My husband is anti-social and likes his "hermit" time a little too much. We just moved to the Rochester, MI area, so we really don't know anyone to socialize with (with and/or without our son). The only people I really talk to anymore is my husband and son and between the two of them that's about a 20 minute conversation. Are there any playgroups out there for moms? :P |
| Posted by Jaxon on 07/13/2007 09:57 PM
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| I know how you feel! When Lucas was his age it was very hard but I took sign language class! I and wento to take some music class(www.musictogether.com) He enjoyed but I think it was great for me to meet moms and share stories about them. |
| posted by Angela on 07/13/2007 10:05 PM
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| Hello, I have a 15 month old and when she was younger, I would sit her in her bouncy seat and play Baby Einstien videos for her. They last about 30 mins, so I could clean for bit. I also took her to story time once a week, check your library.You may meet other mom there as well Hope this helps! |
| posted by charise on 07/13/2007 10:47 PM
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I am also a SAHM and can totally empathize with you. My son is a year old now. He has always wanted a lot of interaction and doesn't really like playing by himself. When he was younger he would be happy in a bouncy seat or swing for about half an hour. While he was contained and entertained I would do the housework.
Before my son was born we got out and saw our friends so much more. Now we don't want to take the baby out of the house after 5:30pm because he gets tired around that time. That really limits social interaction.
My husband likes his "hermit time" too. I am bored out of my skull and want to talk to an adult by the time he comes home. But after the baby goes to bed he wants to be alone. So I don't even really get to talk to him.
I joined a playgroup that met twice a week. It was really nice to see other adults. I have been going since my son was 3 months old. Basically all the moms talk while watching their children.
Sometimes I will just go out shopping, run errands, etc.. in the afternoon to get out of the house. I also go to my husband's office once a week to eat lunch with him. After lunch we walk around the building saying Hi to a few off his co-workers. That helps too.
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| posted by Dawn on 07/14/2007 12:49 AM
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Hi Jackie,
I was in the same boat as you when my son was that age. It was winter time and we stayed inside all day together. I have now signed him up for swim lessons at our Y and also go to story time at the library. I have started talking to moms that bring their children, so its not just for your baby but also great for you to meet new moms. You could also look into seeing if there is a MOM'S Club in your area. There isn't in mine but I know they do alot of play dates for all ages and its a great way to get to know more women. Good luck to you.
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| posted by Stacy on 07/14/2007 07:43 AM
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The library has helped us out a lot! They have their summer programs going right now, so the weekly story times are few and far between. I'm definitely signing us up when they start back up this fall; but it's been fun going to the different events at the library. They've had a bunch of music concerts, plus the puppet show that is coming in a couple of weeks.
My son loves his jumper, but he loves it more when mama is right there with him. It kind of limits me, but thankfully it has allowed me to do somethings at home. I guess my biggest problem is the lack of social interaction. I'm definitely on the lookout for a Mom's Group, so if anyone knows of one in the Rochester area or would like to start up one, let me know. |
| posted by Jaxon on 07/14/2007 08:07 AM
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| same problem as you, i entertain her all day long. go to gymboree when i can. i think i met some really nice moms i am hoping to become friends with. |
| posted by MARYANNE on 07/14/2007 07:13 PM
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You really need to let him learn to entertain himself. Get a baby gym that suspends toys over him within his reach so he can swat at them. He can do it, for a few minutes at a time. If he fusses a little don't go to him right away, let him learn to soothe himself. I'm not saying leave him crying, but if it's just a little fussing it is ok to let him be alone for a few minutes.
You can also bring him around the house with you. Bring his bouncer or swing into the kitchen while you clean and cook, and to other rooms as you do housework, even into the bathroom while you shower, and play peekaboo from behind the shower curtain. Talk to him while you work, sing or play music. |
| posted by Marcia on 07/14/2007 08:51 PM
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| i know excatly how you feel...my son is that age and i feel like all i do all day is entertain him...we got him a stationer walker which we use...it entertains him for almost an hour which allows me to do things around the house...also i let him roll on the ground will i fold clothes and things like that...this way he learns to entertain himself but mommy is there if he needs me... |
| posted by Amanda on 07/14/2007 10:55 PM
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| I think I've spoiled him by entertaining him on my own. I have him follow me around in the kitchen, and he seems to be fine with that; but if he's in his jumper or on the floor too long, he can become cranky and wants attention. Any suggestions on how to teach (or to encourage) him to entertain himself and not always cry for mama? |
| posted by Jaxon on 07/14/2007 11:48 PM
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Jackie, I have discovered that the entertaining from you turns to the intervention from you. Cayla is 8 months and she no longer wants my attention, she NEEDS my attention. She gets bored with the bouncer and swing quicker because she is moving. Now she's into everything and I am chasing her around the house. I still can't get any housework done but at least I am not her sole source of entertainment. LOL. As for the adult interaction, I am online today looking for the same thing in Philly. Just keep your head up.
Be Blessed,
Toni |
| posted by toni on 07/15/2007 09:09 AM
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| I also can sympathize with you. I enrolled my daughter in The Little Gym. They have classes for babies three months and up. It is great to get out and have fun with my daughter while talking with other mommies. Plus it gives my daughter time to interact with other babies. We have also recently started sign language at Gymboree. Look online for an outlet to help you and your son get out of the house. Good luck! |
| posted by Leah on 07/17/2007 04:57 PM
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