Drowned rat
Miles has been really unhappy about being alone for even a couple of minutes lately. I think he’s going through a separation anxiety phase. I used to be able to plunk him in his Exersaucer and go take a shower, but for the last week or so, that’s been really not okay with him. Today I tried to put him in his crib with lots of toys, but as soon as it became clear that I was leaving the room, the screaming started.
He’s really been enjoying playing in the bathroom lately (related story: we always keep the toilet lid down now after a certain little hand dipped in mid-flush). I thought maybe it would work if I put him in the bathroom with me, closed the door, and peeked out at him frequently.
He pulled up to the edge of the tub, whipped open the shower curtain, and got a good soaking. We’ll try something else tomorrow.
My boys loved this move. Other than full on locking them out around that age, there was nothing that worked other than just waiting it out. And hopefully Miles won’t bring in items to drop into the tub while you are showering! TV helps me to keep them occupied now during shower time.
Although I wouldn’t do it, I’m impressed that you take your camera into the shower with you.
Have you tried bringing the exersaucer in the bathroom while you shower?
Good idea, Tana. That will be the 12/12 experiment.