Thursday 18 October 2012

Germs...

Even from before pregnancy I knew I would firmly be in the pro-germ camp. Germs build immune systems. Our immune system is our ultimate defence. I grew up elbow deep in horse poo and I wouldn't change a moment of it. 

My friend Charlie sums it up with "you gotta lick a bit of dirt before you die". 

So today we went to a "Baby Sensory" class. I imagined lights and music and touchy, feely texture things. I imagined lots of indoor scarf wearing. I imagined some songs with actions… No such luck. 

Long story short it was a bit naff, a bit dirty and pretty unimaginative.

Amongst the other attendees and myself there seemed to be varying levels of concern regarding the cleanliness. The germs. I personally felt really relaxed about the cleanliness of the toys and props whilst I was there but now I'm thinking… How relaxed is negligent? When does laid back become idiotic? I think "what's the worst that can happen?" Well she could catch something and get VERY sick!!! So there is a real risk.

Then my mind goes into having an argument with itself mode…

"But there's a risk in walking down the road!"

"There are necessary and unnecessary risks though! You NEED to walk down the street, she doesn't NEED to eat germy play dough!"

"Listen to yourself Charlie! Didn't hurt you!"

"Not hurting me is hardly an argument to do it!"

Blah blah blah. Back and forward.

Point? It's a hot topic. I sense I am a little ignorant on the subject and could do with some reading. 

Lesson:
1. There's a chance I am far too relaxed on dirt. If she poos electric turquoise play dough tomorrow then I know I need to reassess my approach… 

2. When I was pregnant I read a comedy article about how manic it is being a mum and the writer said something about going to the loo with their baby on their lap... I remember thinking "Oh my..." Today I was reminded of this and humbled. Mother nature called mid milk tantrum and I was peekabooing down the hall from the bog... Classy.


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24 comments:

  1. Beautiful photos! They captured my attention when you added them to the Empowered Living Event. Maybe I should add some of mine. :)

    I think dirt germs are great, but runny nose germs from other kids is horrible! There are so many creative thinking women out there who could have done a better job with that sensory class including the hygiene side of it. I'm often amazed at the creativity that other mom bloggers show on their sites. There was no excuse for that person offering an unimaginative class to busy moms who could have stayed at home and done the same thing with less concerns, especially with the internet just begging for anyone to search a topic to gain ideas.

    I'm now following you with GFC!

    Tina - American mom raising 4 kids in South Africa and author of 5 blogs
    http://abooksandmore.blogspot.com

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    1. Thank you Christina! That's a good way of separating the germs... I guess dividing the two comes with experience. You're right it was the lack of imagination that offended me more than the cleanliness! ESPECIALLY when (like you've said) you've made the effort to venture out for it! Thanks for reading x

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  2. SO true about the germs!!! This anti-bacterial revolution is a disaster. Your little gal is precious!

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    1. Thank you Jill! I REFUSE to carry anti-bac anything... the chems in that freak me out more than the germs they're killing! I'm certain that logic must be nonsensical but I can't help it! Thanks for reading :)

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  3. I LOVE your attitude! I have yet to find another mom that is so relaxed about the germs and dirt like I am. It's actually shocking to myself that I feel that way because I'm pretty uptight overall. But for some reason, this doesn't bother me AT ALL. My son is a daycare baby and he's exposed to everything. If he wants to chew on my flip-flops, I don't freak out. I'm sure he's done much worse!

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    1. Ha ha! Euna has a thing for chewing shoes too! Lil weirdos!

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  4. I laugh when my oldest daughter tells me how one day when she has children they will never be dirty or have runny noses...her world is going to turned upside down :-) I agree with the earlier comment that there is a difference between the types of germs but still don't get overly worked up. Unless you are never going to leave your house your child will always be exposed to some sort of germs; you just have to be wise in how you deal with it, no?

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    1. Ha ha! Ah the idealism of the young eh?! Thanks for reading :)

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  5. Yes, I have a daycare in my home. If I had to clean each toy after a child touched it or put it in his mouth, it would be exhausting. Never mind, impossible!

    I love your photos, your baby is beautiful!

    Thanks for sharing with Foto Friday,
    Lori

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    1. Ha ha Lori! It'd be worse than the Forth Bridge! ;) Thanks for reading :)

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  6. Oh my goodness - peeking down the hall from the loo- been there, done that!!!! I think there is a fine line to walk with being too relaxed and too stringent. If a place "looks" dirty, chances are they have not cleaned their toys properly and you don't want to expose your sweet baby......

    Thanks so much for linking up this week!

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    1. Glad I'm not alone Rebecca! Thanks for reading :)

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  7. my kids all got dirty. and had lots of fun doing it!

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  8. Again your photo's ROCK!!! You need to share photography tips ;)
    We have a dog which means germs, germs and more germs. If I gave thought of all the germs he brings in I would go crazy. ahhhh well, I survived in a household with 2 dogs. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thank you Empowered Momma J! Thats a good idea perhaps after my photography course is a while in?

      Aw I grew up with dogs! When I get on top of things I hope we can get one too! :D

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  9. sooo precious!
    Found you though getting to know you blog hop and love your blog! New Follower!! Can't wait for more!
    Helene in Between

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    1. Hi Helene! Thanks for following, good to have you here! :D

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  10. Beautiful photos. I think you have it exactly right when it comes to germs. I want my children to be able to fight on germs from building their immune systems but in a healthy way, not by introducing them to everyone's snotting nose. :-) Have a great weekend.

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    1. Hey thanks Forgetful Momma! Hope you had a good one :D

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  11. Hi Charlie, how adorable. I'm just stopping by to say how delightful your blog is. Thanks so much for sharing. I have recently found your blog and am now following you, and will visit often. Please stop by my blog and perhaps you would like to follow me also. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris
    http://chelencarter-retiredandlovingit.blogspot.ca/

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    1. Hi Chris! Good to have you following! Thanks for dropping by :D

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