We left him in the capable hands of the nice folks at Goddard School. He did fine. The good news is, he didn't seem to notice that we were gone, and he didn't get the least bit upset when he was left alone with complete strangers. The bad news is, he didn't seem to notice that we were gone, and he didn't get the least bit upset when he was left alone with complete strangers. Actually, this is probably a good thing. If we waited until he was older and more aware of who we are and who strangers are, he would probably have a much harder time adjusting to being abandoned for several hours a day.
The folks at the school run a pretty tight ship. There is a front gate that locks would-be kidnappers out, and requires a password and fingerprint to get in. When I arrive in the morning, I wash Benjamin's hands and my own. I deliver a fresh sheet for his crib and his food for the day (labelled with his name). He has a cubby of his very own to keep his pacifier and other personal property in. Actually, I think he just has a pacifier in there now. I mean, it's not like he has a wallet and keys or anything.
Sounds like a good place. Remember having a cubby at St. Martin's? They are perfect for your lunch box and the little rug to take your "nap" on, as well as craft projects to take home and put on the fridge. We need cubbies for grownups, and naps with juice and a cookie after! :) How many babies in his room?
ReplyDeleteGrandpa Chadwick Says: I am sure the good first-day experience put your minds at ease a little. He will do fine. The quality time after you pick him up will more than offset the "stranger time."
ReplyDeleteHey, Claire :-) I have a friend in FL who is looking into the Goddard school for her new baby. Can I give her your email address so she can ask for your thoughts?
ReplyDeleteI hope you guys are well. Spud is super cute!