Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-31-2021, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 973
Boy, she is a stubborn one. I agree that a...
Boy, she is a stubborn one. I agree that a general letter isn't the way to go, it sounds like she'll ignore that too. In her case, the fewer words the better. Much like a child, too much...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-26-2021, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 593
biting resource
https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Fighting-And-Biting-081.aspx
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2021, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 513
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2021, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 513
I don't communicate with potential childcare...
I don't communicate with potential childcare families via a public forum like Facebook. Keep it personal to the intended family only. When interviewing potential clients, have a list of questions...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2021, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 237
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2021, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 240
not in my state
If a child is here with parent for pickup/dropoff, they don't count in my ratios. That is either a very strict state or a very strict interpretation of the rules.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-16-2021, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 513
infant rates
Your home, do what works for you. Short and sweet for explaining that you require naps.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-15-2021, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 198
In my state (Colorado) the grants are...
In my state (Colorado) the grants are administered through our local county childhood counsels. I would contact your local childcare counsel, association, etc. to track down the available grants. ...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-03-2021, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 374
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2021, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 243
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2021, 12:24 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 374
air cleaner
I purchased an AirDoctor cleaner for large spaces. It was not cheap. Around $500, but I had some grant money that was to go to Covid related expenses. I have had it since the end of October. One...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-27-2021, 03:31 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 593
I agree
Biting elicits an emotional reaction and we react to it based on emotion. Young biters are acting on impulse, we need to keep cool and act swiftly to firmly say "no, biting hurts," help the victim...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-22-2021, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 427
book choices
Maybe steer that child to non-fiction books. I too would be nixing the violent book selections. I might challenge the child to find books that he could share with younger children. Let him choose...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-08-2021, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 420
Games
I like games by "Peaceable Kingdom" because they are cooperative. You can search for their games and find some that are for 2 year olds. I play the older kid games and the 2 year old gets to use...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-05-2021, 05:54 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 899
Don't throw it out
Have a give away day/week. Donate your stuff to childcare families, another provider, etc.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-19-2020, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 489
Simple
For children who are crying and acting out to get attention this is a great solution.
It's easily implemented, easy for others to understand. Removes throwing things and removes the audience that...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-30-2020, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 247
Views: 7,105
Covid vaccine
Unless one is a healthcare provider, first responder, etc. (or are a VIP) you won't get the first round anyway. I plan to be vaccinated as soon as I can. The early vaccinated will be closely...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-15-2020, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 2,411
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-10-2020, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 535
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-08-2020, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 749
My home, my holidays
I don't worry about celebrating my religious holidays as the family's are informed as to my religious convictions at the interview. I have the luxury of being a "family" childcare provider. If I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-08-2020, 12:07 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 622
I use the 360 cups for milk and open cups for...
I use the 360 cups for milk and open cups for water. When milk is spilled it often ends up in someone's lap and when milk dries, it's crusty and stinks! If water is spilled it's no big deal to have...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-28-2020, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 549
Food sponsor may be incorrect.
If there is another sponsor in your area for the childcare food program, I would call them and ask the question. My sponsor believes it's public school data only. If you want to take it further,...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-05-2020, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 648
too much jump?
No, the price jump is reasonable. I don't know the market in your area, but your rates would be considered low in my area. Most providers charge at least $40 per day for a preschooler; even more...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-22-2020, 05:51 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 734
same technique
I do it the same way. Rephrase as a question (like example above) or I might say "Yes, SHE is going outside TODAY."
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-19-2020, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 734
speech correction
I absolutely will use correct English when speaking to children. I will not be afraid to rephrase using correct speech. I will not allow a child to fall behind his/her peers when it's in my power...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-07-2020, 06:04 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 2,487
Covid
I live in a large metropolitan area (Denver Colorado metro) and I know of 1 couple from my church that had it; they have since recovered. I shut down my childcare from March to May. Masks are a...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-03-2020, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,115
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-26-2020, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 781
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-24-2019, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,955
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-17-2019, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,570
exclude for the entire week
Dear parent, Due to the blatant disregard of my policies, especially when you knew I was leaving for a very important trip, your child will be excluded for this rest of the week.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-11-2019, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,879
crafts
I don't do many crafts that involve me doing much of the work. We do much more 3 dimensional learning. Music, nature, cooperative games, outside nearly every day, playdough, free art (painting,...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-06-2019, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 687
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-21-2019, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 4,500
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-31-2019, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,057
8 mile move
By me, 8 miles could add another hour to a commute! It all depends on the area. The provider should refund the money. Most parents (partially) choose a provider that's within a reasonable...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-11-2019, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
added to above post
https://www.npr.org/sections/ed/2015/04/04/396621542/without-janitors-students-are-in-charge-of-keeping-school-shipshape
Japanese children keeping their schools clean!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-11-2019, 10:42 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,459
clean up after meals/snacks
Each child (except infant!) puts their own dirty dishes into a plastic bin - when they try to put their dishes into sink, they tilt them and make a mess by the sink, so that doesn't work for me. I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-02-2019, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 53
Views: 5,205
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-24-2019, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,022
my toys, my rules
When a child gets possessive about toys, I remind children that all the toys are mine and I allow them to play with them. This child needs to learn basic social skills. You need to model and guide....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-13-2019, 07:04 AM
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Replies: 6,222
Views: 717,805
If the child has backup clothing (shorts, etc.)...
If the child has backup clothing (shorts, etc.) for warm weather, then they can change later. Our weather in Colorado usually has wide temperature swings, so mornings (even in the summer) are quite...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-11-2019, 05:33 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,164
Well said!
Please, take care of your family and yourself by implementing the great advice from fellow providers!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-10-2019, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,164
quick answer: NO
Only $20 for 6 hours of care and transportation?! Um, 'No as my day is done at X time." If you want to work later, tell her, "You can pick up child an hour and a half later if you want to pay my...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-07-2019, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 800
good ideas
These are good reminders of simple yet timeless activities for children - good contrast to the "more toys" is "better" mentality that pervades our culture.
The children will enjoy doing any of...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-05-2019, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,781
Yep
Sounds like the parents have gotten too comfortable in your home! Shoes are taken off (parents too!) at my home. A child running wild in my home would be corrected by me - if the parent gets...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-03-2019, 08:54 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,018
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-03-2019, 08:52 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 8,018
never
See answer to above post below. When commenting on a specific post, I messed up the process
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-30-2019, 06:53 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,974
It's not the child, it's the parents
Anything a kids does, I can work out with the support of parents! I define support as: parents see issue and work on issue with a mutually agreed strategy at both home and childcare. Consistency...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2019, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,458
Talk to parents!
I would approach this as an ongoing conversation with parent(s) Something along the lines of. . .
1st day: talk with the parents about what her after school schedule looks like. Give them an...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-20-2019, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,048
weigh the risks
I wouldn't do daycare if my children could easily open a door and go out the front door! I keep my front door locked and the backdoor to my fenced yard unlocked. I believe that children running out...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-14-2019, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,227
Agree wholeheartedly
If a child has a prescription that has to be administered 3 times a day, I follow the Medication Administration procedures as required by licensing. If a medication can be given 2 times a day, the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-11-2019, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,433
Wise advice
Everyone here is advising you not to do it. Please listen and if money is that tight do anything else that's legal. Check out day labor type of places. Stocking shelves, flaggers for road...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-23-2019, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 733
Hope not!
We planted about 7 of them last year. People make raspberry leaf tea - so I assume they're safe?! Of course if children are consuming large amounts of plant material then that's not good not matter...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-23-2019, 07:07 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 10,772
no sew bibs
I like to use a dish towel with a mini spring clamp. I get the spring clamps at my local home warehouse store (Lowe's or Home Depot). The clamps are strong (good for bag clips too as they are super...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-03-2019, 02:26 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,724
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-01-2019, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 803
more information for bleach solutions
https://www.rjschinner.com/blog/literature/clorox/NI-21593_AFH_CBI_GrmcdlBle_Brochure_cln.pdf
The above link has good information. Remember there are 8 ounces in a cup, 16 cups per gallon, so...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-01-2019, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 803
It depends on whether you have regular or more...
It depends on whether you have regular or more concentrated bleach. It's best to check the manufacturer's website to get the correct ratios (many bleach jugs have the information on the labels). ...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-15-2019, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,993
Safe sleep
I would be the most concerned about allowing babies to sleep on boppy pillows. Please, make sure you and any one who cares for your baby follows safe sleep practices! :hug:
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-03-2019, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,291
quick answer
"What do you think?" or "Why do you think that is?" Let her answer her own questions.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2019, 07:34 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,041
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2019, 05:40 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,041
medication
In my state providers are required to take a "Medication Administration" class to be licensed. We are not allowed to refuse to give prescribed medication. Do licensed providers in other states have...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-10-2019, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,200
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2019, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,766
sleep issues
Ha!;) Clearly outline what safe sleep consists of. Ask parents if they want to work together with you to solve this issue. Their answer will guide your next steps. If they say "yes" then have a...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-01-2019, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 3,884
no shoes inside
Agreed! Shoes pick up the nastiest stuff, don't want my crawlers exposed. One exception, in warm weather, I encourage barefeet when playing outside (we clean before we come inside). There are...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-30-2019, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,523
Agree!
Since the family didn't reserve the spot, you can simply state that the spot has been filled. They signed nothing, paid nothing, you owe them nothing. Don't feel guilty!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-24-2019, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 3,370
Good question
Yes, what alternative, that doesn't add to the huge plastic problem, is there for sensory bins?
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2019, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 984
time off
I take paid national holidays; Jan. 1, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday).
I usually take a week and a half off at Christmas - unpaid. I take a spring break...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-14-2019, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 942
imaginative play
I have a small group of 3 year olds who are great at imaginative play. I often hear them assign roles and then go on to make up their own stories about what they're doing. I love to hear their...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2019, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,888
if you want to make it easy
When mom comes say "Sorry, I need to close at my normal time, I have somewhere to be." You know you need to be at home fixing dinner, or whatever, she doesn't need you to explain further. Repeat...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2019, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 2,740
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2019, 08:52 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,224
The children also like green smoothies. Kale,...
The children also like green smoothies. Kale, spinach and frozen mango (Costco has organic frozen mango cubes) maybe a little orange or two in the blender. Surprisingly, the kids really like the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2019, 07:07 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,224
The USDA guidelines should be nationwide, so if...
The USDA guidelines should be nationwide, so if you're on a food program it doesn't matter what state you're in, the rules will be the same for all providers. Juice has been discouraged for quite a...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-07-2019, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,740
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-06-2019, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,116
Locked at all times
I wouldn't feel safe without the door being locked. The back door to the backyard is unlocked.
Two different authorities deem it necessary to keep your front door unlocked? I would be...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2019, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,323
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2019, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,093
Good advice from other providers! Writing is a...
Good advice from other providers! Writing is a process, formal instruction is best left to when the child is developmentally ready - when I was a child (back in the stone age!) we didn't begin...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-12-2019, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,323
Organization
Binders! Binders! Binders! (and plastic dividers with pockets and clear paper protectors) 1: "Child Records" - contracts, medical, emergency, enrollment, etc. Divided into sections for each child....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-05-2019, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,285
ripping off the bandaid
Do I understand this correctly? THEY informed you of the new hours? Are the new hours within your normal operating hours? By accepting their schedule are you extending your operating hours?
...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-15-2018, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-15-2018, 08:34 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-10-2018, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,296
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-08-2018, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,491
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-08-2018, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 3,020
keep it simple
"Coats go here." When they walk in the door, say "Good morning, coats go here." Speak before he acts. Repeat as necessary. Don't over explain, don't apologize or feel badly about speaking up. So...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-16-2018, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,178
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-16-2018, 06:02 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,178
Agree- now that I'm older (in my 50's) I have...
Agree- now that I'm older (in my 50's) I have found that I can say "No" much more easily but at the same time, I can be flexible for parents who could use some grace. I won't let any parent take...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-14-2018, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,006
Yes messages
This! I try to limit "No" to behavior that has to stop immediately. "Yes, we can . . ., but first I need to . . ." "Yes, but . . ." "Yes . . . first we need to . . ." etc. "Yes, you may . . ....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-01-2018, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,582
halloween hangover
Love the parents I have, they limited the candy consumption last night! Normal behavior here today - yea!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-31-2018, 12:25 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 947
screecher
Maybe redirection when the screeching starts. Sing a song that he/she likes and will participate in. Maybe whisper to the child so he needs to be quiet to hear what you're saying.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-29-2018, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 86
Views: 8,727
music
I confess (but the parents know) that too much "kid" music drives me bonkers, so I play Pandora frequently with music I like. I really like the Mark Knopfler station, sometimes Beatles and Rolling...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-26-2018, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,937
This!
So much wrong with this - seriously? Had no one been trained on safe sleep?
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-26-2018, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,095
Lunch today
Turkey and Colby jack cheese on whole wheat bread. Sliced tomatoes, corn, potatoes, milk.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-26-2018, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
makes sense
The 10 year sealed units are inexpensive and makes the twice yearly battery replacement just one more chore we don't have to do in our already busy days. I already exclusively use the 10 year smoke...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-28-2018, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 890
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-28-2018, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,069
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-24-2018, 06:04 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,652
agree
You absolutely should require that the doctor give you a signed note as to the no formula request. I would want acceptable substitutes in the signed note as well.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-17-2018, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,791
Qris
In Colorado, we have county early childhood education councils that provide coaching (their funding is through government grants). There is no cost to the provider for this coaching. I was able to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-23-2018, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 937
response
Something along the lines of: I want "name of child" to have the best possible start to her time with me - due to her illness and vacation, it would probably not be the best for her to adjust to my...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-21-2018, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,026
crying infant
I had the same issue with a 3 day a week infant - he had been at home for the first 5 months and didn't learn to fall asleep on his own. After 4 days away, the first day back was the worst. You are...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-10-2018, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,123
snacks from home
Since I'm on a food program and I personally aim to serve whole grains, low sugar, lots of organic fruits and vegetables etc. I highly discourage snacks from home. Occasionally I allow a less than...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-09-2018, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,819
"Entertaining" children
The thought that we need to "entertain" children does a disservice to them and to us. Children have enough entertainment with movies, television etc. outside of daycare hours. We need to provide...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2018, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,995
I do the same - at least 2 weeks dry. I have...
I do the same - at least 2 weeks dry. I have found it's easiest on everyone when parents try to toilet train during my vacation so that the child and parents can learn the process without...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-06-2018, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,377
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