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BabyAvocado
Happy New Year
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Jake started daycare today!
And I need hugs! 
After months and months of searching and waiting lists, no call backs, almost getting in, then not - he finally started today - full time. I am so happy that he is in a great daycare that I love.
BUT uggghhh...who knew this would be so hard?! It's actually harder than going back to work after my maternity leave!
Of course he cried at first. I stayed for awhile until I knew he was okay. Within a few minutes, he was happily playing and had forgotten all about me already!  I said bye-bye, gave him a kiss and he didn't even look back... so I know he's okay... for a little while at least.
BAD idea to take the day off today. I've NEVER been home alone without Jake.
Working mommies w/kiddies in daycare especially - I need all the supportive comments I can get right now!
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Posted 2/1/07 9:23 AM  |
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pickle
LIF Toddler
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Marie
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
I was the same way when I started Jillian. I had the day to myself instead of working, and it was torture, knowing she was not home with me!
It will be OK - I promise! keep yourself busy - get a haircut, manicure or go out to eat (leisurely) by yourself :)
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| Posted 2/1/07 9:29 AM |
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NK926
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
That's wonderful that he didn't cry after you!! Don't worry, he'll be fine.
Enjoy your day!!!! Take some time for yourself-- relax, take a nap, get your nails done, etc. You deserve it!
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| Posted 2/1/07 9:34 AM |
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yankinmanc
Happy Days!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
I know the feeling! It will get so much better! When the daycare workers start telling you how much fun Jake has had today, or that he played outside and didn't want to come back in! It will all get sooo much better!!!
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| Posted 2/1/07 9:35 AM |
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Shelly
She's 7!!!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Well Jordana was in daycare until January- adn I am a working mommy. There are some very nice things about it. I love the reports I would get at the end of the day and picking her up was so much fun. I had DH drop her off most of the time, which definitely helped.
It will all be OK. Jake is going to make soem great friends and have a lot of fun
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| Posted 2/1/07 9:37 AM |
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LInative
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Cassie
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Yesterday when I picked Ryan up from daycare he flashed me this super huge smile, his entire face lit up when I walked into the room. THEN, I was getting his stuff ready and one of his teachers offered to hold him while I collected his things and told me that he was her favorite :)
Not major events, but I left there feeling great about having him in daycare.
It's totally harder on us then them, I'm sure Jake is having a blast with all his little friends! Try to keep busy and enjoy your "me" time today!!
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| Posted 2/1/07 9:51 AM |
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Sharon
So Big... So Fast!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
I feel for you. It looks like mine DC wil be starting 2/12. I'm already having anxiety attacks over it.
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| Posted 2/1/07 10:06 AM |
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wowcoulditbe
wow, pic is already 1 yr old!!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
I dread this day too....and will be posting the same thing soon when Samantha starts!
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| Posted 2/1/07 10:35 AM |
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Stefanie
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
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| Posted 2/1/07 10:50 AM |
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Bxgell2
Perfection
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Try to remember it's harder on you than it is on him - he's doing arts and crafts, music, playing with his new friends, snacking, napping - he's having the time of his life right now! It's hard at first, and I always recommend that you have daddy do the drop off because that's the hardest, but in time, you'll settle into a routine, and get to the point where you think about him during the day and smile a big smile because you know he's in great hands
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:07 AM |
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Marcie
Complete Happiness :)
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:09 AM |
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BabyAvocado
Happy New Year
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Thanks girls, that helps alot. Especially the part about it being harder on me than it is on him. I hope it's true 
I just called and they said he is doing really well. 
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:16 AM |
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paulandles912
My children are a blessing!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
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LInative
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Cassie
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Posted by BabyAvocado
Thanks girls, that helps alot. Especially the part about it being harder on me than it is on him. I hope it's true
I just called and they said he is doing really well.
I always feel better after calling to check on him. I like to know that he got in his morning nap, or finished his bottle, etc. Makes me feel connected, and know that he really is OK. It really is harder on us, they have all this cool stuff going on to entertain them while we sit at work and worry!!
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:21 AM |
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Giannas-mama
Happy Birthday baby girl!!
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Nicole
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
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Bxgell2
Perfection
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Posted by BabyAvocado
Thanks girls, that helps alot. Especially the part about it being harder on me than it is on him. I hope it's true
I just called and they said he is doing really well.
I really think it is - to give you perspective - at this point, when I go to pick Alex up at the end of the day, she looks up at me, smiles HUGELY, but then runs away because she doesn't want to stop playing with her toys and her friends. It takes me about 10 minutes of running after her before I can even get her coat on, because in those ten minutes she's taken out about 15 toys (the teachers really like that  ), and went and hugged every single one of her friends. Trust me, he's having a BLAST. He still knows who his mommy is and at the end of the day when he's tired, groggy, sick or cranky, he'll prefer your hug to anyone else's, but right now, he's stretching his arms and learning a little bit each day about building his confidence and independence
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:26 AM |
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steph4777
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
The first few weeks are the toughest. But it will get better. Your heart wil melt when he spots you when you come to pick him up. It's the best feeling when they smile, get all excited and run to you.
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:27 AM |
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Romansmom
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
it gets easier
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:30 AM |
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pugmama
April already?
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Hope everything goes well - I am sure it will.
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:36 AM |
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FeliciaDP
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
I hope Jake has a GREAT day today (and take today to enjoy your alone time, Mama )
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:37 AM |
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2kids2cats
My babies
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
That's great that he's having fun - hope those were comforting words to hear! Think of it as play time for him!
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| Posted 2/1/07 11:53 AM |
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mommy2bella
Where does time go?
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Oh Sandra the first week is definitely the hardest. Bella jumps out of my arms when I bring her to daycare on most days...
it really is a great atmosphere for him to be in...
Those little girls better watch out....
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| Posted 2/1/07 12:16 PM |
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Merf99
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
My DD isn't in daycare = she's home with a nanny, but I'm a working mom and sending you hugs! It will get better!
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| Posted 2/1/07 12:21 PM |
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Eireann
Two ladies and a gentleman!
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
No advice on daycare, but I will tell you this though...being at home alone gets A LOT easier
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| Posted 2/1/07 12:24 PM |
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BabyAvocado
Happy New Year
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Re: Jake started daycare today!
Thanks again everyone...
DH just went and peeked in on him - he is out cold sprawled out on his little cot!  
Now that I know he was able to nap there, I think I can relax a little more too.
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