The problem of choosing “to take or not to take children with them on vacation” is quite relevant for many parents. So let’s figure it out together — go with the whole family or leave the child in the care of relatives?
It depends on many factors. It is necessary to take into account the child’s attitude to the new environment, character, how tired you are, what you want to relax from. But will your conscience not torment you if you bask in the sun, and your child will not see either the sea or palm trees?? Everyone solves the issue in their own.
If your baby is too active, and he manages to slip away from your vigilant eye even in the yard, then you should think. Still, you will not be able to leave without him, without an adored child? Then get ready for the fact that a rest in the full sense of the word will not work. But the way out can be found in any situation. If financial opportunities allow, take a nanny with you. Or try to find out if it is possible to hire a temporary nanny in place, t.e. Directly where you go to rest. Fortunately, Slavic emigrants today can be found without problems in almost any country in the world. Driving all together? Excellent! During the day on the beach, bathe and sunbathe the whole family. And in the evening, leave the baby with a nanny and together with your spouse go to the restaurant, dance, have fun.
An excellent option could be a sequence of relaxation with a child and without. My heart bleeds at the thought that the little man does not swim with you in the sea? Break your vacation in two. Take your baby with you on a summer vacation. In winter, a sharp change in climate will not do him any good, so go to rest with your husband. And the grandmother will read fairy tales to her beloved grandson on long winter evenings, in the afternoon, in good weather, the baby will be able to make a snowman with his grandfather.
When the child gets older, the problem will partly resolve itself. Would your son or daughter want to travel with you?? «Of course he wants!, you think. But after all, the child has already grown up and has his own opinion and desires. Suddenly, just in the period appointed for rest, the child will have his first love, and he will not want to leave the object of his adoration for a long time? What will you do? Take a promise from your beloved child that next time it will certainly go with you. Also promise from your side. Make it clear that the company of your own child is important to you.
In general, take into account the characteristics of the relationship, character, behavior and desires of your child. But be prudent. In order for a small child not to be bored, and for you to free your shoulders from children’s luggage, buy him a trunki suitcase on wheels. You can put things inside, put the child on top and carry all this cargo on wheels. Consider also your personal wishes and needs. Believe me, nothing terrible will happen if your adored creature stays without you. In the end, it will probably also be useful for him to be a little without your attention. Relax, and just get bored — that’s what sometimes children need.