Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I think it is too young. But thats just for me and my dd. I polished her nails for the 1st time at 2 1/2 for christmas. To each his own but 9 months is little.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

this is rediculus!! besides all the chemicals in the nailpolish, and babies sucking on their fingers.... what happened to letting your baby be a BABY?!?! they grow up WAY too fast... she'll have her whole life to get manis and pedis with mommy. why not start this "Tradition" at 3 years old? why rush things so much??

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

Posted by babybugsmum

Posted by Mikismom

Posted by babybugsmum

Posted by 5ofClubs

All the time, I think it is ridiculous but I think it would be cute if it was once and awhile.

she said that she does it every week with her ....and has done so from 7 months ...i mean this is a BABY

even so, I just am not sure why you or anyone would care about something like that

her child, if she wants to take her to get a mani/pedi, so be it

I just don't understand how and why this would concern you at all

my original post was made as a question to ask others opionions ...

not for you to start something more

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

TOTALLY ridiculous, due to all of the health concerns already stated.. as is the post asking why youre concerned about it. Im assuming you posted because you wanted others opinions on the situation, not opinions on your opinion lol

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Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

Posted by aliwnec10

Posted by Mikismom

Posted by babybugsmum

Posted by 5ofClubs

All the time, I think it is ridiculous but I think it would be cute if it was once and awhile.

she said that she does it every week with her ....and has done so from 7 months ...i mean this is a BABY

even so, I just am not sure why you or anyone would care about something like that

her child, if she wants to take her to get a mani/pedi, so be it

I just don't understand how and why this would concern you at all

I think that's a bit harsh.

The OP was just shocked by what she saw, as i would be too!!!!

I'm sorry... but that is just completely absurd! Yes i'm judging. I said it. I don't care either.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

At first I thought you meant she brought the baby while she got a mani/pedi. To that, I would say I'm torn. I haev been tempted to bring my DD (8 months) because I have wanted one and didn't want to leave her, but haven't because I don't want her around the fumes.

I would NOT even consider for a second having my baby get a mani/pedi. I often dont even get paint on my finger nails because DD sucks on my fingers sometimes. When she is around 2 or 3, I might start bringing her and letting her get her nails done if she asks to get them done. I won't ever push it on her or just assume she wants it. I might also let her get everything but the polish until she's even older than that. I certainly won't let her get polish on a regular basis until much much much older. As a kid, for special occasions and a treat every once in awhile.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I personally think 9 mnths is too young but to each his own. There are however polishes I have actually seen in a children's boutique in Port Jefferson that are chemical free and "green" for babies; along with perfumes and highlighting creams for hair! I think it;s alll a bit much but have to admit I would consider it at 1 possibly. I would NEVER do it with regulare polish but it is possible this woman was using that special one.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

To me, that's ridiculous. Not only are there health concerns as PPs mentioned, but what happened to letting babies be babies? I personally can't think of any reason why a 9 month old should have a manicure and pedicure.

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Posted by Mikismom

totally not my intention to be harsh...I say to each his own and live and let live

and I will say again that while I PERSONALLY would not do it, I would not be shcked to see it either...I just don't care either way, I guess

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

Message edited 8/5/2009 1:33:54 PM.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

Thats CRAZZZZYYYYY!! Yeah I'm judging!!!! My DD is 8months and NO WAY would I do that. Her fingers are always in her mouth, ill how disgusting and can we say dangerous would that be her eating nailpolish. Thats uhm weird!!!!!!

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

That's absolutlely ridiculous.

Dangerous and just what is the need for that??

I agree with to each their own BUT an opinion is an opinion..and my opinion is..I would NEVER EVER dream of having this done on Megan..and yes I would be judging and shocked if I saw it myself.

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Posted by babybugsmum

Posted by jerseypanda

I'm confused... was she also getting a mani/pedi for the 9 month old too???

If not, I don't see any big deal with her taking her daughter to the nail salon while she got her mani/pedi. As long as the baby was behaving.

The only thing I don't get is why would you get a mani if you have to deal with a 9 month old? I think that she may end up messing up the mani having to hold the baby or put the baby back into the car.

no the BABY was getting the mani pedi ....the BABY

Message edited 8/5/2009 11:54:11 PM.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I think it's ridiculous also, and I try very hard not to be judgmental of others. But, COME ON, there are plenty of ways to bond with your 9 month old. I don't think she is being a bad parent or anything...it's just so strange!

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

i can't keep emma's hands still enough to CUT her nails - let alone POLISH them...

also - agree with other posters - her hands are ALWAYS in her mouth....not safe...(imo).

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I will judge the action...not the mother...and that is the most ridiculous thing I have heard! Think of all those germs!

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

what????u have to be KIDDDING me!!!!!!!

This is sososososos WRONG

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double post

Message edited 8/6/2009 9:36:36 AM.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I think its really funny BUT I really give kudos to the mom. Shes enjoying her baby. Nothing wrong IMO with a little fun between baby and mommy. Its really not harmful so I dont see it as a big deal...I really dont.


I am hysterical over here...
Germs??? chemicals??? Oh gosh...these exist in the daily world we live in. 9 months old is NOT an infant. Like I said, its not for me...but whose to judge.

Message edited 8/6/2009 9:11:00 AM.

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I'll admit that I used to do Genevieve's nails at home when she was only 3 months old. She never had her hands in her mouth and it looked so cute. But I wouldnt bring her out to a salon.

I want to bring her on her 4th birthday, before the hannah montana concert, and I thought maybe that was too young.

However, if the baby is well behaved, I personally dont see anything wrong with it. Maybe she gets one coat of polish?

Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

I think it's ridiculous and could be harmful and I would be very surprised if I saw it in the salon also.

Also, to add, we're in a recession....people are actually paying for this?

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It's not for me. I think it's a bit ridiculous to get your 9 month old's nails done weekly. Maddie is 6 & I'm not keen on her having it. In fact, she can only have it if she stops sucking her thumb.

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Re: Is 9 months old too young for a mani pedi with mummy ??

the fumes from some of the nail treatments are way too harsh on me, if I was getting something like that done i would NOT bring a baby with me...but if it's a simple nail color, i guess? i dunno i would rather go by myself to have some "me" time, but maybe this mommy was a FT working mom who wanted to spend the time w her baby?