Home Alone
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Home Alone
Asked by P.F. from Chicago
on August 20, 2009
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My son is 10. I have just started leaving him home alone for about an hour maybe a little more (if his behavior has been responsible). What do you all think about when...
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- I do not think you are overprotective. First of all if you don't want your son going out that is your choice. My son was 10 when I started leaving him home alone aft...
- I think 10 years old is great. As far as being overly protective, I'm amused... I have an 11 year old boy and a few more rules than what's on your list: No cooking...
- Your not being over protective. If he is a responsible 10 then staying home for an hour is not out of line. But the rules should be exactly what you have stated. H...
Home Alone
Asked by H.T. from Dallas
on June 6, 2008
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Does anyone know if there is a law regarding to how old a kid must be to babysit or stay at home alone? If you are not aware of any laws, your opinion of the appropria...
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- We had a police officer speak at our moms group one day and I asked this same questions. He said there is no law with a specific age limit for staying home alone. Th...
- Not sure of the laws but I recommend the babysitting course from the red cross. I do know that there are different time limits as to how long the child can be left alo...
- I would definitely call and ask your local police department. I was 8 and my sister was 10 when a police officer came to the door to discover that we were home al...
So Alone
Asked by J.A. from Denver
on December 27, 2011
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I am so alone. LOL Okay I don't want to piss anyone off because this is not a sad post (thank goodness) whew I am absolutley all by myself for the first time in DAYS....
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- J.: Husband is sleeping and kids are at a friends house....this is MY time!!! YAHOO!!! Merry Christmas! Happy New Year!!!
- I havecto have alone time frequently or I lose it! I even take weekends away by myself sometimes to achieve it! I only had to work today this week, but I'm relishing b...
- I felt like that in the car this morning. I LOVE alone time! There's no such thing as enough or too much of it.
Home Alone
Asked by M.W. from Port St. Lucie
on August 19, 2009
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Dear Moms, I need advice on a situation that I've been dealing with for the past two weeks. I have noticed that a child that lives in my area is being left home alone ...
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- sorry only read a few response if you are interested in watching this child maybe say my kids really seem to mesh with your child and is a good fit are you interested ...
- M.: I as well deal with a similar sitatution only the children that come to my house are both 12. The same scenario that both parents work and they are left home. ...
- Please don't send this child back home alone. It sounds like he is being neglected and is looking for help and companionship and security from your home. You are suc...
Home Alone
Asked by R.P. from Los Angeles
on February 13, 2010
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I have a friend that just told me that she is leaving her four kids at home alone, in the middle of no where, at night. Both her and her man are working the night shi...
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- She has put you in a horrible position. It will be so difficult for you to say anything, but what if you don't say anything and something tragic happens to those chil...
- In my neighborhood we had a mom who would leave the kids at home alone during the night and we, the neighbors, didn't call. We all turned our heads. We suspected th...
- I think Marda has the right suggestions for you. When I was a freshman in H.S I got mono. I was home for about 3 weeks. Both parents worked. So I would be alone t...
Alone.........
Asked by C.C. from Washington DC
on April 4, 2011
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Ok this is going to sound funny but my 17 y/o is staying at a friends since they do not have school Monday, my 2 y/o & 1 y/o are in bed and my husband is in Belize on ...
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- 1) Because you are a Mom 2) Because sometimes the familiar (i.e. folding laundry) without the kids under foot is relaxing! ~C.
- It's Attack of the Super Mom! LOL Seriously, though, when we're by ourselves, we know what a great opportunity it is to get thing done unimpeded by little "helpers...
- LOL - I hear you, sometimes cleaning house alone feels good, just the fact you are alone and can for a second make the house look like a home is great!
Staying Home Alone
Asked by A.G. from Boston
on January 6, 2010
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What age did you start letting your children stay home alone? How long did they stay alone? What kind of rules did you have? Did you live in a house or apartment with ...
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- I now allow my son to stay home at age 12 for shorter periods of time. My in-laws live right down the street so they are close and the nieghbors are great people too. ...
- My children were 10 and 11 with my 11 yr old daughter being very responsible for her age. I think I would have waited though if it wasn't for my situation. My inlaws l...
- Just now my son is 11, and just this year I let him stay home sometimes if I'm making a quick trip to the store for an errand during the day. He can watch TV or play ...
Kids Home Alone
Asked by V.B. from Dallas
on May 26, 2010
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Hello to All,
I always have the images of 'Home alone" and what risks I should or should not take as far as leaving my kids at home without an adult supervision. I n...
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- It states that you can leave them at 10. I don't believe I would leave 10 yr. olds alone but it depends on the situation and how long they will be alone.
- Laws vary from state to state. Beyond that, it's going to vary from child to child. Some kids are trustworthy at an early age and stay that way. Other kids you'd ha...
- I have two ten year olds. I started by leaving them alone when my husband and I would go across the street and play poker with friends. We were not far so if they need...
Okay Staying Home Alone
Asked by K.L. from Sherman
on May 8, 2008
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My child is ten years old I was wondering when a child might be considered old enough to stay home alone for and hour after school.
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- Hi there!! Well, I actually just started this 3 weeks ago, and it is working out great!! This is what I've done.. (I have twin boys- age 10).. They get home, and get ...
- depending on the neighborhood, how your child gets home, and his/her level of maturity and responsibility, I would recommend 12 as a good age to start with a short tim...
- There is no actual "age" to leave them alone. I read in the Red Cross news letter that it is up to the parent knowing how mature their child is. Really no good answer ...
When to Leave Your Child Home Alone.
Asked by T.W. from San Francisco
on January 8, 2011
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My boys are 9 and 7 however I cannot imagine leaving them home alone any time soon. My niece is 10 and staying home alone after school, not the best neighborhood and p...
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- I called our local police department some years ago and they said there is no law but that it depends on the child. Does the child know what to do when: 1) then phone...
- I agree with the maturity issue. It's certainly not ideal, but sometimes you have to do what you have to do. Although I know times have changed, I was home alone by ...
- It depends on the kids, some are fine to leave home alone. I wouldnt leave mine alone without letting the neighbor mom know, just in case there was a fire, but I trus...
