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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here. Seems like people are a bit divided on this but to clarify a few points: I don't go inside the building and drop-off takes about 30 seconds to 1 mins max. Unfortunately, I can't have a friend stay by the car because drop-off time is rather loose (anywhere from 7:30-8:30) so it is really rare another person is dropping off at the exact same time I am on a regular basis. I haven't made any daycare mom friends yet but once I do, maybe we can coordinate better[/quote]

I think the take away from this thread is that some people will judge you for this no matter how reasonable. If I were you, I'd do it because what you describe sounds perfectly, 100% safe. I might take a precaution or two to avoid locking the baby in the car (double check it's unlocked or even leave a door ajar, or make sure drivers side window is rolled all the way down).

You might also mention it to the daycare -- this is not an uncommon problem. Ask them how they'd like you to handle it. This might prompt them to create an accommodation for parents in your situations (if you have younger kids in the car, you can park in the curb lane for drop off) or will at least alert them to the issue. And that will also let you know what their stance is on it, and thus the likelihood that someone from the daycare will call CPS on you because you left your baby in the car for 30 seconds.

I think what you are proposing is totally fine, but you do have to contend with all the nut jobs who seem to think it's dangerous for no reason.[/quote]

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