I can't stop crying

[JenBKR]

aw sweetie ((((hugs)))) That's a really tough situation for you. Could you maybe put an add in the newspaper for a part time babysitter? Then do interviews and check references, maybe you can find someone else you like. I don't have kids yet, but I totally agree with you and understand your position, you want to spend as much time as possible with Aiden. I think you are right for wanting to spend that time with him, he'll only be that age once.

[Cataholic]

I have posted two responses, and deleted them, as you would probably hate me for life.

Let me just say this: I would do nearly anything that I could to stay at home full time with my son. I wouldn't let my husband, or, anyone else, tell me what I knew was 'best' for my child. Daycare is not what is best. Not by a long shot. It is a necessary evil for SOME people, and I don't consider you in that grouping. It is 'good enough', and 'kids survive'...all the stuff you hear. But, for MY child? I would want better.

I am single. It is a necessity that I work. I work as little as I can, and I spend every moment- and I repeat- every moment outside of work with my child. I would change careers if I could work less and earn enough to keep us in our home.

I hope you will do what is in Aiden's best interest.

[catnapper]

I am so sorry!

If you decide to move, you can move ot Pennsylvania and I could watch Aidan - I'd be watching Ashley's baby anyway I know thats not a real solution, but hopefully one will pop up soon.

[caseysmom]

I worked full time after taking the first 5 months off for maternity leave. I have a state job and it was just too secure and too hard to get to quit. I did have a grandmother type of in home day care and I think that is much better than an institution type, at least for an infant.

Maybe you can hang out at parks and talk to some other moms, there are bound to be some folks at home with their kid that would love to earn a little extra money.