In my town, I don't know a whole lot of people since I've only lived here for 2 years. I have plenty of casual acquaintances. I plan to offer this to 1 young lady, to whom a friend referred me, but I want to help ease the burden on a single parent/ single mom (or 2) by offering to keep a baby (or 2) at no charge. I have a baby, too & it'd be nice if she had a playmate. I love babies & have years of experience/ credentials working with them. What would make you say "yes" to an offer like this from someone you didn't know that well?
I'm going to ask friends, my church, & at the coffee shop we frequent. Please don't judge, but tell me what you think. My motivation is because I understand their struggle & now I am able to give back.
Peace
2007-05-21 15:52:51 · 6 answers · asked by Sleek 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Is there ways you can prove your experience? I almost got a job getting paid by the government to watch a woman's kids and they did a screening to make sure my record was clean and that I didn't molest kids. Maybe see about getting that done so people have a better idea that they can trust you. I don't know how well it will work because I would never give my kid over to a "stranger" anyways but I sure think it's great what your trying to do. I wish I knew what "program" i was going to go through and I would tell you the name so you could atleast have proof that your a good person (that government knows about). Good luck and I bet if you work hard to do it then you will start getting referred by people and you'll always have someone to watch!
2007-05-21 16:13:15 · answer #1 · answered by Brie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply tell your story. Since you know very well how hard it can be talk to the young ladies you were referred to. Explain to them that you are willing to do this because not only what you have been through but so that your child can have playmates. It would also help to describe the type of things you'll be doing all day. Like storytime or watching movies playing games ect. by the way kudos to you for being such a good hearted person. I wish there were more people like you.
2007-05-21 23:02:03 · answer #2 · answered by curious1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So being in the situation of having been a single parent before I think that I would accept an offer like that but probably insist on paying something. I probably wouldnt feel right just dropping my kid off and expecting someone to watch him for free but I think it's a good thing to do.
2007-05-21 23:18:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Word of mouth from your friends and church are a great start! You can also try something like http://www.mamasource.com/join/welcome . You can post only for mama's in your area, or even find a mama in need of help near you!
What your offering is a great thing. Too many forget how hard is was for them in the beginning. Its good see another who not only remembers, but wants to help someone else get to a good place.
2007-05-21 23:23:27 · answer #4 · answered by contemplation31 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are great person with a big heart. It might look a little fishy that you're offering child care at no cost, but just have a sit down with the mother and let her know your reasonings. Good luck!
2007-05-21 23:03:00 · answer #5 · answered by jaysgurl28 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it would be much better to help her stay home with her baby for awhile. breastfeeding will save her a ton of money. maybe you could cook some meals, share outgrown cloth diapers and clothes from you own baby, and plan playdates with both moms present.
2007-05-21 23:02:45 · answer #6 · answered by schoolquestions 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋