Small children problems

I’m a single mom to 2 y/o twin boys and I’ve been feeling really bad about not being able to take them outside much by myself. I live directly next to a park and an large field so early in the mornings I try to take them outside and let them run wild before it’s filled with people but the issue that I’m having is if I miss that window of time in the morning, I might not get another chance to take them out. They run in opposite directions, which is fine when the park is empty cause I don’t have to constantly redirect them and it’s easier to see them. The issue is, I’m really nervous to take them out when it’s crowded with people bc I’m afraid I won’t be able to keep a proper eye on them especially when it’s just me. Since summer is coming quick, the park and the field get flooded really quickly so I don’t take them unless I’m with someone else. And I also don’t have a car right now so it’s also difficult for me to take them other places to find alternate activities. Does anyone have any suggestions?

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Could you put one twin in the stroller or wagon with a snack and follow while the other one runs around and then switch them out? But also sounds like you are doing your best and I think it’s ok if you can’t do any more outside time in this stage! I’m sure when they are older you will get more comfortable with them listening and staying close to you

@Samantha they’re both gonna wanna get out. So if one stays it’s gonna cause a tantrum, especially cause they’re barely outside as is. And unfortunately I haven’t mastered not being embarrassed by a screaming toddler yet. I’ll try to take them in my hallways with some toys and that works but that gets boring really quickly. And I bought them a trampoline which they’ll use for 5 minutes then get down. So we end up watching a lot of tv 😫

Do you have any friends that will go with you?

Hang in there I remember I stayed indoors for almost two yrs when my little ones were about that age.. it was very depressing and sucked the life outta me..many times I would just park at the park with the windows down. It took a lot of bravery to go out in public with them by myself as I was a single mom too. I’m glad I did it took ally of time patience and training for the kids. Practicing when I would throw the trash out or quick walks around so they can start getting familiar with my commands.

@Alexandra unfortunately a lot of my friends live 20-30 minutes away.

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