Just wondering. We are very fortunate to have our 2 nieces watch ours while we work. While they are not perfect, it beats daycare any day. At the end of the summer they will go to daycare and I'm scared to death. Share your experiences if you wish. Just wondering if you are happy with your childcare.
2007-07-11 17:26:24 · 9 answers · asked by af 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Pauline you have issues.
2007-07-12 01:08:45 · update #1
I'll be having (foster) children in about 6 weeks. I've worked in daycare for about 9 years, and in that time I probably found about 25% of them that I'd actaully leave my child in. I don't have a Mum to help when I have mine, so there's probably only one other person I would trust to babysit for me! Luckily though I won't be working, if I was I don't know what I'd do, because there are definately very few daycares that are good quality! Having said that, a lot of them are better than my own family members, I don't think I'd ever trust them with my child!
2007-07-11 17:59:47 · answer #1 · answered by ♥♥Mum to Superkids Baby on board♥♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm pretty happy with mine. Not so much my first non-family child care provider. I would pick up my daughter & her hands & face would be dirty, as if she never were cleaned up after lunch, and all they did was watch TV and the house was never cleaned. I mean like the floor never vacuumed or dishes ever done.
I then looked around for different care. This time I met w/my childcare provider several times. I liked that though her house was chaotic, it was a little messy w/toys but otherwise clean. The kids there had good manners, and they played outside instead of being in, and she had them on shedules. She told me straight out that she has rules and she treats the children no differently then she would her own. They have been there for 3 years now.
My advice, visit before-hand and become comfortable with the providers.
2007-07-11 17:41:06 · answer #2 · answered by jetaunbraese 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I worked at a day care for 4 hours. Yes, you read that right. While there are some great day cares out there this was obviously NOT one of them. I actually called the police and the health department when I left and the day care is still under investigation. It's been almost a year now. Who knows what will happen but it was terrible.
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2007-07-11 17:37:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
After this Baby Kaleb incident (shaken baby syndrome), I am not comfortable with anyone watching my son that is due in 4 weeks. The only exception is people who I have known for a long time and actually know personally. like mom, relative or really close friend.
2007-07-11 17:55:35 · answer #4 · answered by lyzz_op5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a child care provider registered by the state. I see first hand the agony over finding the best care for your children. First off, never be afraid to ask questions. There are no inappropriate questions when it comes to the care of your children. #2 Do spot checks yourself. DCFS does do spot checks on providers, but not nearly enough. Periodically drop in on your lunch time or come a little early when the provider wouldn't necessarily expect you and see how they care for your children. #3 Talk to your children. Depending on their ages, they can give you a pretty good idea about the quality of care they are getting. #4 Your child will probably cry for you when you drop him/her off. This is normal and expected, but make the transfers brief. Do not drop and run, say goodbye to your child. Clearly reassure your child that you have to work and that you will be back as soon as you can. Give them a time table THEY can relate to eg. "Mommy will see you after your nap." #5 pay attention/talk to other parents, do they seem happy with the provider. Do the other children seem content when you arrive to drop off or pick up your child.
In my day care, I respect the mothers that ask questions and openly communicate any concerns good or bad with me. Always ALWAYS ask questions about things that concern you. Comment on things you like and things you would like to see adjusted. Even in the best care, there is always fine tuning. NEVER EVER leave your child in a place you don't feel comfortable. You should have an open relationship with your provider and be able to freely talk about your concerns.
We have a program here called Child Care Resource and Referral. It is with our Community Action Agency. Talk to your local Dept of Human Resources about child care. They will most likely be able to refer you to a parent specialist who can guide you in making a decision you and your children can feel good about.
2007-07-11 18:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by Kishauna_P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why do you think your so perfect? if you dont want to send the baby child to daycare dont go to work you probably dont look after the baby more or better than the daycare will.
2007-07-11 18:09:31 · answer #6 · answered by Paula 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mother in-law watches our kids and she is going to be moving to Mo soon and i have to put my kids in day care so like you i am terified.
2007-07-11 22:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by Star™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am very happy with the person who watches my children during the day...it's me! lol ;-)
2007-07-11 17:40:36 · answer #8 · answered by western b 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the person that keeps my son is the best its me his mommy
2007-07-11 18:01:39 · answer #9 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋