I am wanting to get a job to help me and my husband financially. The problem is we have two children (3 and 11 mths)who I dont have a babysitter for. Does anyone use a daycare and what are your views on it?
2006-09-05 16:30:04 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
For me we put our kids first and it is a necessity for us. However, we use it as little as possible. You have to find someone you trust and your values are the same. It is expensive to have two in daycare but you have to do what is good for your family.
2006-09-05 16:40:52 · answer #1 · answered by tod 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had worled before, but my parents or someone in my family had always babysat the kids. When my husband and I really became behind on our bills, I had no one to watch the kids. I really didnt want to do daycare, and I had to go thru one to find the right one.
I found a great daycare where the children were treated very well, and in addition helped my 2 and 4 year old with school.
By having been at the daycare my kids learned how to interact with more than just their brothers. It gave them a heads up about school and made it ieasier for when Hannah started preschool and Kindergarden.
There are definetly good things to be gained from daycare.
Some of the things you have to be prepared for is that when kids start school and daycare they get sick. There are so many germs floating around. Dont think that keeping them at home and away from daycare will keep them from being sick, because as soon as they go to school, be prepared.
They make new firends at a young age, they learn how to interact with just more than mom and dad. It gives your kids a chance to learn how to do without you for a while, and they also learn how to trust you. They know they go everyday, but also that you come to pick them up at a certain time each day. Aslo if you happen to get off work early, you have time to get some things done around the house that someti,es you have to wait to get done. Most daycares require that the kids come a certain amount of time every week, so even on your days off sometimes you can send them for just a few hours, and other days off keep them at home.
However when its the first time for you as a mom with daycare dont feel bad if you realize that the daycare your kids are in isnt the right one, sometimes you have to sift thru a bit to find what fits you best.
2006-09-06 08:25:56 · answer #2 · answered by Shalamar Rue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son was three when I decided to go back to work. I had a nanny for about 6 months, but she was on the computer allot and Maximus was not being tended to. So she left and I put him in daycare for the first time, He liked it and it was a very nice place. It was a private daycare service, certified with our state and all. Great place. But like after a month or so Maximus would get runny noses, then a cold. Like once a month for a while he would get sick all the time. The daycare held about 7 children and 5 infants. I pulled him out of daycare and left my Federal Government job because $550 a month for child care plus commuting to work 30 minutes, (petrol gasoline prices) each way five days a week and paying the monthly car parking fee of $35 dollars was leaving me with half of my wages each month. So husband said just pack it in and take care of Maxi. So my experience with daycare was nice but for what you pay and what you take home is what you think about, plus you have 2 kids so it will probably cost a wee bit more. Wishing you the Best Take care = )
2006-09-05 23:50:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you have a job that pays at least double what daycare is going to cost you, it is not worth it. If I had gone back to my old job after my son was born daycare would have taken my whole check...and that was only for 1 child. You would be better off going on craigslist to advertise to babysit for others either in your home or in their home. I actually have a housecleaning job and I am able to take my son with me. He plays while I clean. Also, since my son was a preemie there was no way that I would have put him in daycare. Children that go to daycare end up sick more often that kids that are not in daycare. My son just turned 2 in Aug and he has only had 1 bad cold...not bad for being almost 3 months early.
2006-09-05 23:34:54 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, I think one of the pro's to a daycare is that there are almost always someone else around ( than just one teacher) There are reports of any incidents . and you can pick a daycare ( like I did ) that has constant cameras going in every room. You might be surprized how much better some people behave when they think someone is watching!!! always go with your mom instincts when choosing a babysitter or a daycare. We have a built in censor when it comes to our kids and something not being (right)
2006-09-05 23:43:26 · answer #5 · answered by LeeLee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went back to work Part time when my son turned 2 and I think it was the best thing for both of us. We got a break from each other and he loves having new friends. He learns a lot there also that I don't even think of teaching him!! Just make sure u check the daycares out thouroughly before you take them there. U will know if they are happy or not. GOOD LUCK
2006-09-05 23:35:43 · answer #6 · answered by qteepie999 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I won't put my kids in daycare because when I was 17 I worked in one and saw what goes on in them. Some of the kids I cared for I didn't even LIKE let alone love. I didn't work much in the baby room but felt bad for the kids in there. Lots of crying babies in a poop smelling room. If you can avoid it don't use daycare.
2006-09-06 00:13:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anna S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a day care substitute and pre school substitute, I recommend you check out all the day cares in your local area.
Make two visits. 1 visit is by letting them know when you will be coming in for a tour. Bring your children. The second is un-announced so, you can see when things are in true action.
Look at the accident log and certifications of who will be in care of your two children.
I think day care is fine for a few hours a day. Look at their academic and if you feel your children will be comfortable, as you are too.
In my opinion, I do not agree with those who leave children all day at day care centers (7am-6pm) and not involve in their development at the center.
2006-09-06 03:24:14 · answer #8 · answered by Mutchkin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
day cares are great providing they are excellent with children. some are and some are not. investigate all the ones you are thinking about or are interested in. And, also, it will cost you a lot of money with two kids. Unless you make well over mini um wage,it can be very expensive.
2006-09-06 09:08:09 · answer #9 · answered by ladygravediggerchevy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a couple of friends that work at daycare and they all say when they have kids they will not put them in there, that the ratio of adult to child is not enough....personally i am pregnany now and dont want to put my child in daycare, but i think if you could find a small one it would be better...i want my kid to get alot of attention and not be left to fend for themself
2006-09-06 00:22:43 · answer #10 · answered by what2do? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋