Family wants kids outside no matter the weather

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Where so you that it's 30f below?

DC gets below freezing (32F) once inawhile. Layers, hats, mittens, the bunting or blankets in the stroller. Double pants or snow pants if walking and go!

This is op. We are in the Midwest. Winters here are usually anywhere between 0-30 degrees. We have already had several below zero temps (that's before windchill).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a professional, it would be completely irresponsible, if I took children out in those temperatures insufficiently dressed.

If they are properly bundled, I'd take them out for ten minutes in those below freezing conditions, especially with a baby.

Are these children ever sick? If so, we know why.

You don't get sick from being cold. You get sick from germs.

Please tell me you know this.

Please tell me you know that you're more susceptible when you're poorly clothed. Not to mention a baby, for God's sake.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Where so you that it's 30f below?

DC gets below freezing (32F) once inawhile. Layers, hats, mittens, the bunting or blankets in the stroller. Double pants or snow pants if walking and go!

This is op. We are in the Midwest. Winters here are usually anywhere between 0-30 degrees. We have already had several below zero temps (that's before windchill).

OP, these parents are irresponsible, don't you agree?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a professional, it would be completely irresponsible, if I took children out in those temperatures insufficiently dressed.

If they are properly bundled, I'd take them out for ten minutes in those below freezing conditions, especially with a baby.

Are these children ever sick? If so, we know why.

As a professional you should know by now that no one gets sick from the cold. Even hypothermia isn't an illness.

Hypothermia can kill you.... every professional should know that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a professional, it would be completely irresponsible, if I took children out in those temperatures insufficiently dressed.

If they are properly bundled, I'd take them out for ten minutes in those below freezing conditions, especially with a baby.

Are these children ever sick? If so, we know why.

As a professional you should know by now that no one gets sick from the cold. Even hypothermia isn't an illness.

Hypothermia can kill you.... every professional should know that.

Yes, of course it can, but that still does not make it an illness.

[Anonymous]

Chicago, Minnesota, Nordic kids go outside all the time.
You later up and wear your snowsuits and boots. Yes, it takes time to put that all on and take off. Big deal.

Do you not have the right boots, hat, scarf, or coat? Try wearing nylons under your slacks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Chicago, Minnesota, Nordic kids go outside all the time.
You later up and wear your snowsuits and boots. Yes, it takes time to put that all on and take off. Big deal.

Do you not have the right boots, hat, scarf, or coat? Try wearing nylons under your slacks.

Did you miss that the child has no gloves? And no, nanny should NOT be buying the child's gloves, FYI.

[Anonymous]

I think a walk around the block should suffice on days that it's below freezing.

[Anonymous]

Ask the patents for money to buy gloves and what ever else the kids need.

[Anonymous]

No gloves is a problem. He's young, and could get frostbite. That said, put a couple of pairs of socks on his hands for now.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think a walk around the block should suffice on days that it's below freezing.

I agree. I had to do that once with an infant carried on my back.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My Latin American nanny complains all the time about rain or temps below 40... sigh.

Ours also!

OP, I'm a big fan of getting the kids outside as much as possible - and genuine cold doesn't deter me from that. Bundling them up is a hassle, I get that, and appropriate gear is important. (The parents need to replace the gloves for crying out loud!)

But I'm of the "fresh air is good for them" school, and think they need some variety in their day. And cold doesn't make people sick. (And I'm quite certain neither you, nor my nanny, or anyone else of right mind, would be outside long enough for hypothermia to be an issue for heaven's sake!)

[Anonymous]

Bundling them up also kills a lot of time. I was always for that with toddlers.

[Anonymous]

Op if you're getting cold after 15 minutes then you're not bundled correctly. I'm from Wisconsin and was outside a lot as a child and have my nk's out all the time. I wear layers so I'm warm and dress the kids in one more later than I'm in. The no gloves is an issue to talk to the parents about and can be resolved easily. Then you can start wearing warmer clothes if you're unable to dress appropriately to be outside when it's beloe 30 degrees you have some learning to do and I wouldn't want you as my nanny if you can figure that out on your own

[Anonymous]

Getting outside daily? Yes! Absolutely! Going outside without proper gear? Nope. Your kid is not getting frostbite on my watch, regardless of your wishes.

Kids need the following:
Waterproof boots
Wool socks
Waterproof snow pants
Good quality (LL Bean, etc--can be used) parka with hood
2-3 pairs waterproof mittens
Scarf, neck gaiter or balaclava
Hat

If they value outdoor time, they will invest in proper gear. It can all be purchased secondhand for a reasonable amount of money.