Tired kids on Monday

[bright sparks]

I would likely invest in a playpen to have in a different room, even upstairs.

Tired cranky kids make a for a long day and that just doesn't interest me! LOL

This is exactly what I would do too. I can't really find an issue with letting a child power nap if they need it. Keeping them awake when they are clearly upset and having a hard time is a bit harsh IMO I understand not wanting daycare to take over the whole house, but setting a playpen up in a bedroom on a rare occasion in cases like this seems like the right thing to do and in the best interest of the child.