Is it possible...

[switch842]

...to bring your child to a convention and not be "one of those people" who use said child for attention?

Here's the thing...

There's a discussion going on over at Gateworld in the Convention Etiquetee thread (go to the last page) about this couple who has been brining their child to convention for the last several years (if you've been to any cons, you probably know who they are) and them using said child to get attention, the child being disruptive, etc.

As many of you know, I was planning on bringing Gabe to the SG convention in August. Mostly because y'all want to meet him and I would like you to. The other thing is, hubby will most likely be out of town that weekend, too. So, I kind of have to bring him along. I mean, my parents are in town and could watch him if need be, but I don't know if I would be ready to leave him for a whole weekend by that point. Especially since I'm not really going out of town or whatever.

So, I want to bring him, but I don't want to be perceived as using him for attention from anyone. I have an aisle seat so I can quickly escape if he gets fussy, etc. But the other thing is, often times babies just naturally generate attention, whether you actively seek it out or not.

I don't know where I'm going with this. I just, ya know, don't want to get a bad rep, I guess....

Comments

[suebsg9.livejournal.com]

As someone who has known you since the chicago con started you wouldn't need gabe to get you a fun photo op if that is also what you are talking about because you seem to have unique ideas all on your own. I am excited over seeing the newest addition to your family and hey we get to meet the your husband extra bonus. So I wouldn't worry if I were you; I think you will find a lot of friends support your descision. But just hope that the little guy doesn't catch anything like a cold or such over the weekend. Otherwise can't wait to meet everyone in your happy family :)

[switch842.livejournal.com]

Not just photo ops specifically. But more just the general attitude of people towards kids/babies at events like this.

My hubby is a little nervous about the whole con crud thing and how that might affect our little man. *fingers crossed* he stays healthy. Do they make vitamins for babies?

[djfavorite.livejournal.com]

Yes, there is vitamins for babies. They come in a liquid form.

[switch842.livejournal.com]

Oo! Thanks! I think I'll have to get some for the con. :-)

[suebsg9.livejournal.com]

Nice pic of Neal and Peter in the car; and you are fine and I wouldn't worry; trust your friends you will be good. And ask your doc if there is anything baby can take :) And tell him we are all thrilled to meet him and we will behave :)