Anonymous
11/30/2012 11:39
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
TELL HER....in an anonymous letter if you're worried about looking crazy, but I'd want to know. I can only hope that another mother would do the same for me.
Anonymous
11/30/2012 08:18
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Always amazed at the MYOB replies. No this is not normal and of course it is not good for the babies to be in the stroller that long. Please tell the parents and then they can decide what to do.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 21:23
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Are the babies screaming and crying on these naps? If not get a fucking life op. Go read 50 shades of grey, you sound really uptight and probably need to get laid.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 21:07
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Anonymous wrote:Make a photocopy of this thread. Put it in a sealed envelope in their mailbox.
That would most definitely blow her cover, why not just tell her face to face? As long as you say it in a non-demeaning way, such as "I noticed how much time your nanny spends out with the kiddos, do they sleep better in the strollers?" And then add in a little something like *mine were the same way at that age* doesn't seem bad at all. I can't see how a mom would be offended by this and if she didn't know that the kids are out so often with nanny and she disapproves then she can bring it up with the nanny.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 20:58
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Make a photocopy of this thread. Put it in a sealed envelope in their mailbox.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 18:54
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Anonymous wrote:Why does it matter that they're twins? I fail to see what this had to do with the story.
Stories have details.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 17:50
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Why does it matter that they're twins? I fail to see what this had to do with the story.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 15:17
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Two hour trips twice a day sounds like a nice way to get 8 month olds to take two nice long naps, perhaps?
As an MB I wouldn't mind if you said you noticed it, and if I knew about it I'd clarify. I would mind if you registered concern about them being strapped down, though. That would come off as "I know more about raising kids than you." If you do say something, it's a question or information only.
As an MB I wouldn't mind if you said you noticed it, and if I knew about it I'd clarify. I would mind if you registered concern about them being strapped down, though. That would come off as "I know more about raising kids than you." If you do say something, it's a question or information only.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 14:41
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
All the negative posters are nannies who don't like to be told what to do or interfered with in anyway. Their biggest fear is a neighbor reporting on them when they are doing something potentially reckless. This isn't stalking. It's not like OP is driving around looking for them.
Tell the parents then leave it alone. I'm nonconfrontational so i would put it in an envelope. However, if you're up for it then mention it to the mom.
Tell the parents then leave it alone. I'm nonconfrontational so i would put it in an envelope. However, if you're up for it then mention it to the mom.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 14:34
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Please tell the parents and then post back here after youre outraged when they get a restraining order against you. Thank god you stay home with your own snowflakes, I would hate to be your nanny!!!!!
Yeah, right. My goodness, what outrage from the nanny gallery. OP, follow your instincts and tell your neighbors. If anything happens to those twins, you will not forgive yourself for MYOB.
THE ABUSE!!! She's taking the kids on walks!!! Getting the kids fresh air!!! They're probably napping......... CALL THE POLICE!!!!!! 911!!!!
It's a sad day when the nanny would be in less trouble for sitting on her ass watching TV all dy while the kids eat cheetos. You MB's on this page take the cake.
It's not the MBs getting hysterical here. Simmer down.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 12:54
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
OP - I think you can casually mention something to the mom, but try to do so in a very non-judgmental manner b/c honestly, there are a whole slew of good reasons for what you are witnessing that don't fall into the category of the nanny ignoring the kids.
As a MB, yes - I'd want to know about this and I also would want to foster a good relationship with my neighbor SAHM friends, because I value their opinion and kind of want them watching out for my kiddos.
BUT...and this is a big but...you really need to just make a casual observation about this in order to not come across as, well, a noisy b*itch.
As a MB, yes - I'd want to know about this and I also would want to foster a good relationship with my neighbor SAHM friends, because I value their opinion and kind of want them watching out for my kiddos.
BUT...and this is a big but...you really need to just make a casual observation about this in order to not come across as, well, a noisy b*itch.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 12:49
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
I do have a nanny and do appreciate when neighbors run into me at the store and mention they saw the baby out with the nanny and how happy they were. Maybe these twin babies sleep better when they're moving. Taking a two hour nap twice a day is fine. Fresh air is FINE. You are making something where there's nothing.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 12:18
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Anonymous wrote:I cannot believe that posters are being SO negative! I am a working mom with a nanny who tells me when she sees something that isn't right with neighborhood friend's nannies-- and invariably-- the mom is glad to know or says-- thanks- no it isn't a problem- but I APPRECIATE you keeping an eye on my children.
OP here - thank you! Just because I see things doesn't mean that I am bored or whatever. I am human and have a brain. I appreciate everyone's comments (even the negative ones). And those of you who do have nannies - I do hope that someone would look out for your kids as well.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 12:16
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
Anonymous wrote:This is not weird at all, what's werid is that you feel the need to go out of your way to talk to ppl with twins. You sound lonely. My aunt had twins and did the same thing as you because staying home all day was driving her insane. She would target other parents of twins because it was a easy icebreaker. Try to find something better to do and make friends.
As for the nanny who takes infants on walks for two hours twice a day, I see nothing wrong with this. I live in the city and all you do is walk everywhere. Parents around here want there children out exploring, it's great for their development to be exposed to new surroundings. Also young babies on great schedules sleep between 4-5 hours a day. If she leaves at the same time everyday, it might during their nap time. If they are premie and have acid reflex then sleeping elevated is good for their tummies. She may change into workout clothes because she sweats and why not get a workout in if you can.
OP here - lol I assure you I am not lonely. I have enough friends and people to talk to. When my twins were little, many people came up to talk to me about their twins. I thought it was sweet. I don't think you understand it because you are not a mother of twins. I only stopped her the other day because she was walking by my house the same time I was coming home. I just said hi and looked in on the babies since I hadn't seen them in a while. I was not trying to befriend her.
Anonymous
11/29/2012 12:00
Subject: Should I say something or leave it alone....it really isn't my business.
OP you sound like a bored SAHM. Get a hobby, read a book, take a class, something...