So I’m a SAHM and both my mom and MIL live less than 20 min away from me. But because I’m always home and absolutely love being with my son and get things done when he’s asleep at night, I never need a babysitter or want to even think of one. I’m not ready.
But I can tell my mom and MIL are bothered that I haven’t asked them to watch my son. He’s almost 14 months old lol.
Is this wrong of me? Do I need to feel guilty about it?
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If you’re at least bringing your son around them and allowing him to get to know them and vice versa, I don’t see a problem. You being able to watch and raise your own child is a blessing. I don’t think you should feel guilty at all

i’m the same way and know i’m not ready and he’s not ready, i’ve had plenty of offers that i’ve turned down from family members. don’t feel guilty ❤️
we see them almost every week :) but they still act like they don’t get to see him bc he has bad separation anxiety and clings to me even when we’re with them.

Don't feel guilty.
I don't understand this grandparent need to watch baby or have baby or keep baby overnight. Like what is it that so badly makes them want to keep the baby away from parents, even for just a little while.
They can love the baby, spend time with the baby, while you're there. They can come to your house or u go to their house. That's really all great! Don't feel like you're doing something bad, don't feel guilty for watching your baby. If you want them to watch your baby, of course then you should. But if you're ok without needing them to watch your baby, then that's great too.
My baby is 8 months and I have no intention of anyone babysitting him anytime soon. My mom didn't ever need to leave us with grandparents either. My mil told me she doesn't believe in babysitters and I should never leave my baby with anyone except her lol I'm not gonna do that and don't feel guilty.
Only do it if you want to