I'm sure this has happened to so many people but my in-laws and brother-in-laws are constantly making plans right during my LO's nap time. She is pretty consistent (naps from 12:30-2:30 every day) and honestly I know she would survive if she naps a bit late but I know it disrupts her bedtime and thus messes with my entire schedule. They know she naps mid-day and still only ever want to come over or have us go to plans during this time. It wouldn't be such a big deal if these plans didn't revolve around wanting to see her. And they literally are never on time either so I'm just sitting around trying to keep her awake and happy while I wait for them. Then they get offended when I cut the visit short or if she gets cranky. Like? She's a toddler who needs a nap? It's so ridiculous and I just need to vent.
Tell them NO. Your daughter's needs come first. Why are you keeping your baby awake when she is tired so she can entertain these people who care more about themselves than the child's needs. They are obviously selfish. Be selfish too. Start saying no.
Start saying no.
You can just say no, some people are like this. With that said, I was always so concerned about schedule changes throwing off the whole day but in reality my kids always still went to bed at the same time.
Why are you entertaining this and allowing it to happen? Say no, say you aren’t home. Tell your husband to tell his side of the family to respect your daughter’s schedule. I’d say the adults can be a bit more flexible than forcing a toddler to mess up her entire day to entertain them!
Just say you can’t make it or you’ll be there once she wakes up.
We usually only make plans after naps because of this. We just say we’ll be over after she wakes up from her nap or we’ll text you when she wakes up so you can come over.
You’re allowed to say no. I know it may feel like you’re obligated to follow their time but you are the one with the toddler. Do what’s best for your girl.
Ask them to come at another time it’s her naptime and she gets cranky.