Anonymous wrote:This is a very difficult thing to ask of you. Doesn't seem fair at all. Can you ask if a parent can go with you?
If not, can the parent call the pediatrician and ask them to a) make sure you're not kept waiting, b) go in age order for the shots so the 5 year old is done first and doesn't have to sit waiting/watching.
Yes, bring food and ipad and maybe a new toy that the 5 yo gets after her shot (big girl takes the shot well, gets new toy - I'm a believer in blatant bribery for the occasional survival mechanism!).
When you get there talk to the staff and let them know what you're dealing with. Ask them to help expedite, entertain, etc... Hopefully they will take pity on you.
Good luck!! Again - this seems pretty unfair to you but if you pull it off you can add it to your resume and give yourself a big pat on the back!
Thanks, they said their previous nanny took the children to the doctor, and that I was expected to do the same. I think the other nanny was a grandmother, I just turned 23....so I'm a nervous wreck.