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[Dreamalittledream]

Sheesh, what a time that was. I have had parents come to transition in the past and yes, you feel scrutinized, but man this was HARD. Mom came late, I was just finishing up lunch with my group and naptime next...ready for my break time (you all know what I'm talking about there. So, Mom sits down in a chair (reading over my contract, handbook etc., asking questions as we go). I started to feed baby. Baby screamed as soon as I put her down anywhere highchair, floor. So, I tried to feed her in my arms...she won't eat. Mom comes to look; food is not puréed quite enough & not quite warm enough...so...up I go to the blender again. Child ate about 5 bites, Mom says that's normal. Then, I go to prepare the bottle which she gets not quite after lunch (because she is too full!!!) but before naptime. She cannot hold her own cup, so it's a rocking situation (Mom asked if I have a rocking chair anywhere). To make a long story short, I offered the Mom the option to leave her with me for the next few days. Let her get used to us and us to her. Personally, I think a chance to be able to grow away from doting parents will do her a world of good...because we just don't have the time to cater to them (yes, I told her this). So, she's okay with trial period this week...and I'm actually looking forward to seeing this little girl grow and explore. Wish me luck ladies

[Spixie33]

Sheesh, what a time that was. I have had parents come to transition in the past and yes, you feel scrutinized, but man this was HARD. Mom came late, I was just finishing up lunch with my group and naptime next...ready for my break time (you all know what I'm talking about there. So, Mom sits down in a chair (reading over my contract, handbook etc., asking questions as we go). I started to feed baby. Baby screamed as soon as I put her down anywhere highchair, floor. So, I tried to feed her in my arms...she won't eat. Mom comes to look; food is not puréed quite enough & not quite warm enough...so...up I go to the blender again. Child ate about 5 bites, Mom says that's normal. Then, I go to prepare the bottle which she gets not quite after lunch (because she is too full!!!) but before naptime. She cannot hold her own cup, so it's a rocking situation (Mom asked if I have a rocking chair anywhere). To make a long story short, I offered the Mom the option to leave her with me for the next few days. Let her get used to us and us to her. Personally, I think a chance to be able to grow away from doting parents will do her a world of good...because we just don't have the time to cater to them (yes, I told her this). So, she's okay with trial period this week...and I'm actually looking forward to seeing this little girl grow and explore. Wish me luck ladies

Wow that sounds really awkward. Good for you getting through it. I would have felt 'policed' if she is watching every move I make and making suggestions.

I would probably be running for the hills on this one.

You are brave. Wishing you lots of luck