I would love to hear any thoughts you have on this article and how you personally manage your online time and what you do with your kids all day. Lincoln doesn't play well by himself so it is extra tempting to let him veg in front the TV or iPod Touch so I can have a moment or two for myself, cook dinner, or whatever else. I feel like playing one-on-one with him is great in half hour increments, but the day can be pretty long sometimes and if all I'm doing is trying to entertain him, I get bored. Mind you, we do go on walks, we have play dates and get out of the house regularly. Do you spend a lot of time doing learning activities, or play pretend? Do your kids play well on their own or what have you found that works well for you? Don't spend too much time commenting cause I don't want you to neglect your kids!!!
Wow, I'm so glad to know that I'm not the only one struggling to get through the long days! I think the article is a good reminder not to let the computer become your whole life. However, a little online time for you is ok. Brielle doesn't play well by herself either, and the days really do get long. We signed her up for a baby gym, which she loves and I think is good for the both of us, because we can play together with someone besides Mom or Brielle in charge of the play. We try to do some music time during the day, and if we watch something, I try to watch with her so I can describe what's going on. I don't think there's anything wrong with letting them watch something while you cook dinner. Better them doing that than playing around a hot stove, where the potential to be hurt is much greater. I also think that we're going to start doing "art" activities. It's hard for me to let things get messy, but I think it will take up some time and Brielle will enjoy being creative. If you have any ideas, I'm open to them too!
ReplyDeleteI read that when you posted it, but I couldn't bring myself to post because it was definitely a 'stab to the heart.' But, thank you. Thanks for the reminder of what's really important.
ReplyDeleteIke was the same way, but he will get better with time, age, and when baby B can play with him a little more...lately life has been heaven (more or less) with these two little boys, and I have prayed a lot to find comfort in having less "me" time...soon enough he will be in school and you will be missin' that time like crazy!
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