Babies at a Funeral

[BethMae]

I know my family is all really overwhelmed right now, and I don't want to ask them this question. Do you think that it would be too hard on Jack to take him to my Grandpa's funeral? He'll be nine months old by then, he's a really good baby and is used to being in Church. I just don't know what he'll do with all the people crying. What do you think? Should I bring him with me?

 

[RoseofLima]

I take my babies everywhere I go- even funerals. I guess you caould think about what Grandpa would like....

I always think people really like having babies around at funerals- becasue it reminds them to be hopeful, you know??

 

[Leanna]

I know my family is all really overwhelmed right now, and I don't want to ask them this question. Do you think that it would be too hard on Jack to take him to my Grandpa's funeral? He'll be nine months old by then, he's a really good baby and is used to being in Church. I just don't know what he'll do with all the people crying. What do you think? Should I bring him with me?

My son David was 9 months when he went to the funeral of my husband's grandpa. There were three babies at the funeral, 9 months, 10 months and 5 months. Everyone loved the babies, it gave them a reason to smile. Just stand at the back so you can take him out if he tries to interrupt.

 

[HeatherJay]

I agree. My girls have always gone to funerals with us. People don't want to be sad...the babies are a wonderful distraction and a reminder that life does go on. If anyone gets upset about a baby being there, well, I'm sure there will be ten others who'll be thrilled you brought him along.

Prayers for you family during this difficult time.

 

[Entertaining_Angels]

I agree with the others. Before my son was one, we had several funerals to attend. He helped to put a smile on the faces of those grieving, if only temporarily. I think he was fussy for one funeral and my hubby just took him outside for awhile.

 

[HoshiG]

Me too, I think it would be great to have a baby there. As long as you feel your little one could handle people being sad. It always bugs me the way people think mothers should hide away there babies and not bring them out. Its about time our societies got back to cherrishing little ones (and the elderly too).

 

[Febe]

Of course! The baby is a part of the family!

 

[BethMae]

Alright then, I will bring him. I didn't want to leave him with a babysitter anyway. My grandpa did love to hold him.

 

[belladonic-haze]

He was his great grandchild. He should be there.

(Oops, you've made the right decission!!!)

 

[RooMama]

I agree that you should take him, especially since it is a family funeral. I think there would be times when it is best to leave the baby with a sitter for a funeral, but your baby will probably bring a lot of comfort to your family at this time.

 

[Ms.Garnet]

I agree with everyone! Take him - he will be a blessing.