First Day of (Day) School
Posted on | February 16, 2010 | 1 Comment
Today was Jack’s first day at day care and I’m so glad it’s over with. Things didn’t go as smooth as I expected really from the beginning. First we slept in late. I want him to be there by 7:30 or 8 so I can get an early start to my day, but instead we got there at about 9:00 today. I still want to get there a bit early because I think things are too hectic at 9 since it seems all of the other babies are being dropped off at the same time. It may be better for him to get used to everything while things are slower.
When I got there I helped set up his locker and let him roam around a little bit. It kinda made me wanna cry just watching him explore new surroundings with big eyes, awe, and being a little bit shy around the older babies. It was the cutest thing ever. DAMMIT! I’m upset that I forgot to charge my digicam and couldn’t take pics of the occasion.
Anyway, his report is that everyone loved him and found him to be so sweet and cute, but they said he cried a bit and refused to eat. DOH! I completely forgot that when in new surroundings Jack doesn’t eat. He might blend in and be sociable, but on the inside he’s too overwhelmed by what’s going on to eat or nap. Crap! My poor baby went nearly a whole 8 hours with little food.
Also I noticed that they asked for permission to feed him cereal, fruits/veggies and for me to make up his bottles. On his chart I see they tried feeding him nude cereal, nude veggies and most likely cold bottles. My son won’t eat this. He needs bottles to be room temperature or at least with most of the cold knocked off. Also he will only eat solids if they’re mixed together. I’ll have to bring this up tomorrow and see if they’re willing to go the extra steps for him. It’s also not a big deal for me to bring food premixed together, I just assumed they would.
Overall things went well. I got much needed grocery shopping done and I finally got time to sit down and work in peace. Tomorrow I need to get laundry done and clean up a little, and after that I should be able to devote most of the time to work. I do want to create a little schedule that allows me to get a work out in before I go pick him up. Maybe next week I will start doing this.
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September 21st, 2011 @ 10:49 am
Hi Bridgette,
Just wanted to let you know that your story has been a blessing and a comfort to me. I stumbled upon your blog today while googling single mom support. Thank you for being real and sharing your highs and lows. I pray that the financial situation and the ‘daddy’ situation get better really soon for you and your son. Please believe, I know it’s not easy, but stay strong and continue to better yourself for you and your son. That is one thing that I’ve found that helps me keep my mind off of the mess of this whole situation. Anyway, just wanted to say thank you and let you know that I totally feel you. You’re definitely not alone.
Take care,
Cheryl