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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Mom of three here.  I went through my anxiety ridden initial years, and yes, there were times I overreacted and should have just chilled.  MIL and I can laugh about that now.

But in this case?  No.  It's one thing to leave a baby to go away, but it's another for that 13 month old to not only be taken from her parents but also her home and routine.  Everything would be a stress to me, from the installation of the car seat the in laws would be using to the baby proofing of the second home they are using. (Are there gates on the stairs?  Sharp objects and household items put away? Covers on the outlets and heavy furniture mounted properly so it doesn't topple?)

I agree with pp - say thank you SO MUCH, we are so GRATEFUL.  However, if you can't agree to keep the baby in the home, then we are going to hire a nanny so she can keep to her regular daycare routine and toys.  We feel that would be best for DD.  Can't wait to have y'all over for a nice visit with DD when we get back.

Thing is, I wouldn't trust a nanny I hadn't used a long time either (background check, knows my routine, has established trust).  I have never left my children for overnights with anyone other than family.  [/quote]

The other option is also family - just family she hasn't spent as much time with. [/quote]

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