How do you deal with your baby when your sick?

Question

I have a 6 month old son, and for the past week I've been having horible migranes that come and go, sometimes they get so bad I dont feel like doing ANYTHING, but I have to because I have a 6 month old son... I feel bad because sometimes when I have a migrane I just have to let him play on the floor while I lay on the couch, and I feel awful for doing this, daddy helps out quite a bit, but he works so he cant be here all the time... so how do you deal with your baby when your sick?

Answer 1

Dont feel bad. We all have our days that we dont feel so well. Just stay close to your baby and let him have some toys to play with. He will be fine.  

Answer 2

You poor thing, you need to take care of yourself to be able to take good care of you baby!  If your son is happy to play on the floor by himself it doesnt sound like a problem- As long as you acknowledge him regularly.  Does he have a swing, a rocker or some toys that will keep him occupied?  Its good that your partner helps out, this gives you a rest, maybe you could take a bath, or sleep when dad is home which gives you a break and could help you recover faster- If the migranes are an ongoing thing you should see a doctor for better relief from them.

Good luck to you and your family  

Answer 3

Oh Boy this has been my exact problem. I have been sick over the last few days, today is a little better but I been dizzy and having huge migranes also and my daughters father also works during the day. All you can do is say to yourself I am strong I am his mom I have to take care of him. If you have anyone who can watch him then do that so you can rest but if you dont have anyone (like me) you just have to stick through it. I would do exactly what your doing set him up with toys and lay down and relax. I just put my daughter in my bed and let her play while I lay down. Its all we can do as mommies. Try our best. Its so hard I know there has been sometimes this week I thought I would not make it but here I am ;) best of luck to you and dont feel bad just do what you need to do he is young and he is fine. He wont even realize that you are not spending time playing and if he was older Im sure he would understand...children are pretty understanding

Answer 4

It's hard, but all you can do is try to relax and still give your lil guy all the TLC in the world. Getting your mind off the migraines will help get rid of the migraines. However, you should see a doctor, as I was a frequent migraine sufferer, and they were all caused by a specific birth control I was taking. Don't feel bad for letting him play alone, they need to learn some independence and to self soothe. Just make sure he has everything he needs from you, and then relax. I've had the flu and other illnesses with my son, and playing with him helped me get better, along with building his immune system. Hope you feel better, and please see a doctor about your migraines.

Answer 5

Don't feel guilty for letting him lay on the floor. If he's not screaming his head off he's content. I too suffer from horrible migraines and I know its not fun. I usually take something when I first realize its going to be full blown. What I do if I don't catch it in time is try my hardest to stay in bed. I have a t.v in my room so that is the rare occasion I will let him sit on the bed while I lay down beside him and watch tv. I will put a cloth over my head and close my eyes and for some reason whenever I have a migraine I just keep thinking to myself "Its starting to go away" Even if its not to I guess trick my mind into lessening the pain. If that made any sense whatsoever.

Answer 6

You do what you can. Don't feel guilty, everyone has "off" days. As long as your son is kept safe, dry, and fed he'll be just fine. Just keep a selection of toys to choose from on the floor and change them up every couple hours. hope you feel better!

Answer 7

Don't feel awful.

If he is happy playing by himself then let him do it!

When my girls were that age I was bringing them with me to my job and they spent a lot of time playing with each other but mostly by themselves and they're very bright and happy... and best of all self-entertaining!

I think it's healthy for kids to play alone as long as they're contented doing so.  It helps them to be creative and self-sufficient.

I'm pregnant and I was exhausted and felt like poo for a long time.  I still do on some days.  I never feel guilty laying down while my twins play as long as they're not crying.  They're fine.

You're fine!!!!

If he isn't crying, don't worry about it.  :-)