Yes, in a way it would be safer. BUT - there is no way I would go in the rental car- there would be 5 of us total- as we would go with others- and no way will I travel that long- a couple of days- I think it is 1,000 miles. They were talking about having X amount of driver's and driving straight thru- as to not have to take off more work- but I dont think I am into that either- ewe.
Thanks so much.
I agree with the other ladies. It would actually be safer because of the flu, to drive there if at all possible. I know you said you didn't want to, but it would be best for baby if you still wanted to go.
I agree with Meli as well....I personally won't fly with my baby until at least summer and we see a decline in flu, etc.
Ditto to what Melimeli said!
I would wait on that one! what if you are late? only 2 weeks after giving birth is a bit soon not only for the baby but for you as well. I was still in a bit of c-section pain 2 weeks later, not alot but I would not want to be stuck on a plane. It is also an emotional time for you as well. My daughters first flight was at 4 months, we went to England to visit my husbands family. The flight was long but my daughter slept the entire way in a small cot attached to the blukhead. Good luck with your decision! I think your partner will understand besides no matter where you go there is someone who thinks they have the right to touch your baby. I hated that!
Our pedi recommended taking our dd out only at 2 months and exposing her to other kids after 3 months.
I can just imagine the feelings you are dealing with but you have to think of yourself and your new baby first. I am like you trying to please others and it is not always good. As my friend tells me; we have to be selfish sometimes. Two weeks after your due date is too early not only for the baby but also for you. It was tougher than I thought when I came home with my daughter and boy would I have loved having my mom with me.
No, you are not making excuses, you are being totally reasonable and your partner needs to understand. Not only would I not fly I would not have visitors for the first 4-6 weeks...if I had another baby. Especially now with all the viruses... And like you said, your partner's daughter can always come and meet your baby later...
Take care and all the best.
I wouldn't do it if I were you... imagine with all the swine flu.. stuck on an airplane with a newborn with low defences and the recycled air.. Just stay home, send a nice gift and maybe give her airfare out to visit you all for a gift... set up a time for the future, even though dp maybe disappointed... you are the mama bear and have to protect your little one