"Movie Mahem"
I need to know if anyone else has a horrible experience every time they take their toddler to the movies.
Last Friday, I took my husband and 4 year old to see Transformers. Yes, I “took” my husband to see it.
I want to apologize to everyone that was at the 6:50 movie. If you were there, you know who you are before I even tell this story.
Well, we know that when we take him to see a movie, we’re going to have to make at least 5 trips to the bathroom. I’ve finally come to grips with that. What I didn’t expect is that he would embarrass me every time we went.
The first time I took him to the bathroom, he saw a lady walk in that had a severe limp. He said, “Mommy, what’s wrong with her legs?” I just calmly said, “Her legs are fine.” That was the least embarrassing thing.
When we got back in the theater, he proceeded to ask me questions that were super embarrassing. I have decided not to repeat those questions. Sorry.
The next trip to the bathroom he asked me, “Mommy, why is that lady tooting?” I wanted to run and hide! I mean, what do you say to that. I know the lady heard him. He asked me at least 5 other questions that time. I could hear the laughter coming from the other stalls.
When we got back into the theater, he waited until it was completely quiet and said, “Mommy, my tummy hurts. I need to go poo-poo.”
I honestly cannot remember what all he did after that. I kind of blanked out. We did end up moving up to the front row of the theater b/c he was disturbing everyone in there. At least up there he could crawl around on the seat without everyone hearing every little sound he made.
Someone needs to come up with a baby/toddler room in the theaters (kind of like churches have).
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Last Friday, I took my husband and 4 year old to see Transformers. Yes, I “took” my husband to see it.
I want to apologize to everyone that was at the 6:50 movie. If you were there, you know who you are before I even tell this story.
Well, we know that when we take him to see a movie, we’re going to have to make at least 5 trips to the bathroom. I’ve finally come to grips with that. What I didn’t expect is that he would embarrass me every time we went.
The first time I took him to the bathroom, he saw a lady walk in that had a severe limp. He said, “Mommy, what’s wrong with her legs?” I just calmly said, “Her legs are fine.” That was the least embarrassing thing.
When we got back in the theater, he proceeded to ask me questions that were super embarrassing. I have decided not to repeat those questions. Sorry.
The next trip to the bathroom he asked me, “Mommy, why is that lady tooting?” I wanted to run and hide! I mean, what do you say to that. I know the lady heard him. He asked me at least 5 other questions that time. I could hear the laughter coming from the other stalls.
When we got back into the theater, he waited until it was completely quiet and said, “Mommy, my tummy hurts. I need to go poo-poo.”
I honestly cannot remember what all he did after that. I kind of blanked out. We did end up moving up to the front row of the theater b/c he was disturbing everyone in there. At least up there he could crawl around on the seat without everyone hearing every little sound he made.
Someone needs to come up with a baby/toddler room in the theaters (kind of like churches have).
Check out the comments and share yours by clicking HERE.
Labels: bathroom, lady, mahem, movie, movies, theaters, toddler
posted by Melissa Swanson at 1:14 PM
Melissa is a student, a working mom, and the mother of 4 boys (ages 4, 7, 8, and 10). She is costantly fueled by the tenacity of her boys and their ability to make her laugh! What they say is true, "Laughter is the best medicine!"
17 Comments:
Children are always going to say
what they think because they are
honest. What your child said is
pretty normal especially at his age. Don't be embarassed.
I try not to be. It's very embarrassing at the moment, but afterwards it's kind of funny. I know he's just curious. Thanks for writing!
I wasn't sure if you were talking about your child or your husband. They tend to act up to you know
LOL! I was talking about my child, but my husband acts up all the time. I can't take him anywhere either. That's funny!
One thing to keep in mind is that you will probably never see those people again. LOL
The interesting thing about raising children is that they really can't learn to behave in a place without going there. As you know, moms are incredibly brave!
I've always said that. "If you don't take your kids places, they will never learn how to behave." So, I try to take them everywhere.
In answer to your suggestion of a toddler room at the theater. The one I used when my children were young is called a "babysitter". This allows everyone including the parents to enjoy the movie.
LOL! That's a concept! I'm not sure why I didn't do it that day. I guess it's b/c I'm really trying to teach my boys how to act right in public. Plus, he wanted to see the movie. I guess I need to start looking for a babysitter though.
It really would depend on the movie you are seeing and what time. Maybe you could start teaching him to sit through a movie at home first. Make sure that everyone goes to the restroom before you start the movie. Of course there are always the exceptions, but you know your childs habits and how long he can go between potty breaks. Limit his access to drinks during the movie, etc. just like before bed. It is not considered child abuse to tell them no about getting up and down during the movie. Especially if it is more of an adult movie than a kid movie. I feel you pain, I have 4 children and thier toddler years where very trying. There was a point when we couldn't go out to eat with my oldest daughter because of her behavior. We just felt until she was older and had more training that it was very unfair to all the other people who where paying to have an enjoyable time. She did get better with time and we where able to start going out again. Hang in there!
That's refreshing to know; that it gets better with time. I can't wait for that day. I will try the movie thing at home. We watch movies at home all the time, but I don't make him go to the bathroom ahead of time. I guess I could tell him that until he can sit through a movie at home, and only go once, he can't go to the "big movies". What do you think of that?
I would certainly give it a try. It takes training just like everything else. Don't lose hope. It is much harder to teach them to respect others than to just write it off as being a child. We have to stick to our guns, not many children or teens are taught to respect others any more. I commend you! Oh yea, on the saying embarassing things. People generally overlook young children asking questions or saying what enters their mind. I always just whispered to mine that I would answer that later. Then let them know that it is okay to ask questions but when there are others around we might need to ask quietly or whisper. Children are a great source of entertainment! They just say what we are thinking.
Thank you for your sweet comments. I really have tried to tell him that he needs to whisper, but he has a hearing problem (literally). He talks extremely loudly! So even his whisper is loud. I wish I could share the embarrassing thing that he said so that it would make more sense, but it was just way too embarrassing! LOL!
I am sorry to learn that he has a hearing problem. This does give another twist to your training. There have been times when I wanted to wait until everyone left the restroom before we exited the stall! Other than causing you a great deal of humiliation, this will not be a problem until he is older. By then you will have had time to teach him to wait to ask certain things. "Maybe" Mine are older and still like to help keep my pride in check. Happy Mothering! Everyday is a new learning experience.
I'm like you. I've wanted to hide out in a stall until everyone left. But, most of the time, everyone just thinks it's cute. I tell him all the time, "You better be glad you're cute!"
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