Originally Posted by Leigh:
The providers are not out to get their "daily break". They standardize nap time to benefit ALL of the children in their care, not just one of them. Naptime is standardized for ALL kids because it would be chaos to have parents dictate that this kid naps at 9, this one at 11, this one at 12:30, etc. They must all nap at the SAME time, or none of them are ABLE to nap. Believe me, this is exactly how it happens. Selfish is to expect your provider to change their entire program and how it has worked for years to accommodate your wants. Put your child to bed at bedtime, and your child will learn to sleep.
Any parent that expects this ^ from their provider should consider a nanny instead. If you (general you) disagree that daycares should provide care that is beneficial to the group rather than the individual then a nanny is the best option IMO.