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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-15-2020, 07:42 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By
Ac114
I would essentially be opening to provide 8 more...I would essentially be opening to provide 8 more weeks of care and then close indefinitely. My MIL’s property is about an hour away from where we currently live. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-15-2020, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,356
Posted By
Ac114
Really Need AdviceI have been closed since March 23rd and and reopening June 1st. However, we went into contract last night on our home. We were not planning to sell and actually had someone approach us with a cash... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-14-2020, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,863
Posted By
Ac114
I was just going to say that I had a friend who’s...I was just going to say that I had a friend who’s husband had it written in their divorce decree that she couldn’t even move out of the county. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-28-2020, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 67
Views: 3,503
Posted By
Ac114
Our gov. Made the announcement on Monday that the...Our gov. Made the announcement on Monday that the first business to open is dental offices starting on Friday. But In the same sentence says we don’t have enough PPE for our medical staff. The... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-21-2020, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,341
Posted By
Ac114
I’m in Ohio. I’m sure the stay put order will be...I’m in Ohio. I’m sure the stay put order will be extended past May 1st. This is the only family working outside of the home. Everyone else is working from home or on some kind of pandemic leave. My... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-20-2020, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,341
Posted By
Ac114
Parent Works in Prison with High Covid CasesHi ladies! I’ve been closed since March 23rd when our state issued a stay put order and you must operate under a specific pandemic license. It was originally for 2 weeks only. At the end of the 2... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-03-2020, 03:06 PM
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Replies: 91
Views: 9,168
Posted By
Ac114
I am one of those providers! Can’t claim...I am one of those providers! Can’t claim unemployment, been closed for 2 weeks and have 4 more to go...for now. I am the only one working in my family. My MIL is kindly helping us with groceries and... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
04-01-2020, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,213
Posted By
Ac114
He updated the blog stating that you can claim...He updated the blog stating that you can claim unemployment if you choose to voluntarily close and will provide more info soon so that’s what I wanted clarification on. I don’t plan on applying for... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
04-01-2020, 06:31 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,213
Posted By
Ac114
Unemployment vs Stimulus BillHi Tom, I’ve been checking you blog out the last few days to see any new updates on unemployment benefits for in home providers. I’m a little confused and wanted to clarification. You stated that... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-24-2020, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 352
Views: 75,806
Posted By
Ac114
I just came dropped by to say hi! We’re in a...I just came dropped by to say hi! We’re in a shelter in place order here in Ohio. Any and all Daycares, in home; licensed and licensed must apply for a pandemic license which allows children of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-16-2020, 06:51 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,497
Posted By
Ac114
Reducing Hours and ExplanationI am wanting to reduce my hours for the next few weeks while school is out of session and parents are off work. Right now my hours are 7:00am-5:30pm. Everyone who is actually working is gone by 4:15.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-15-2020, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,405
Posted By
Ac114
Our state is just closed all restaurants and bars...Our state is just closed all restaurants and bars and said daycare is next. Everyone is complete panic mode, including myself at this point. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-13-2020, 05:25 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,405
Posted By
Ac114
Income Loss Due to VirusSo now that everyone is in full panic mode due to the virus and schools being closed for the next 3 weeks, I’ve already had my first message of dropping a day of care and possibly more because their... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-13-2020, 05:07 AM
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Replies: 352
Views: 75,806
Posted By
Ac114
Well they just announced 3 students from our...Well they just announced 3 students from our local schools have been in contact with someone that has a confirmed case of the virus. They are under self quarantine at the moment. They are not... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2020, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 352
Views: 75,806
Posted By
Ac114
Correction: it is ALL schools, public, private...Correction: it is ALL schools, public, private and charter. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2020, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 352
Views: 75,806
Posted By
Ac114
Ohio has just announced a mandatory closing of...Ohio has just announced a mandatory closing of all public schools for the next 3 weeks, effective Monday. LET THE CHAOS BEGIN! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2020, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,591
Posted By
Ac114
I was just having this convo with the husband. I...I was just having this convo with the husband. I don’t know what the right call is. I can’t go weeks without pay either. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2020, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,312
Posted By
Ac114
I would personally exclude the child because my...I would personally exclude the child because my son has asthma and my husband has an autoimmune disease so they are at a greater risk. My hubs was hospitalized with the flu just 2 years ago and my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2020, 03:51 AM
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Replies: 352
Views: 75,806
Posted By
Ac114
I’m starting to get a little nervous. We have 4...I’m starting to get a little nervous. We have 4 confirmed cases here in Ohio. The Ohio university has closed their campus until the end of March with several other universities following suit. I just... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-11-2020, 06:30 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,220
Posted By
Ac114
7:15-5:30 although mom works from home, not even...7:15-5:30 although mom works from home, not even 5 minutes from my house and is off by 4. I think I’m just feeling annoyed that this is their parenting style and I’m about to get an infant for over... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-11-2020, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,220
Posted By
Ac114
20 Month Old With New Baby SiblingWhat would you do about a 20 month old child that is not handling the transition to having a baby brother very well? Mom and dad are both in their second week of maternity leave. I have had the child... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2020, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,550
Posted By
Ac114
Who Is Your Sub?I know many of you ladies use your husband as your sub and don’t have any issues. How is this worded in your handbook? I’m going on 3 years now and every time I have an appt or just need to run a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-26-2020, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,360
Posted By
Ac114
Does anyone actually post in there? I’ve had over...Does anyone actually post in there? I’ve had over 500 post but never tried logging in. Am I supposed to receive an invitation password of some sort? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2020, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,137
Posted By
Ac114
I updated my contract for the new year in Jan. My...I updated my contract for the new year in Jan. My main issues that I touched on were: -my hours of operation -late fees for late pick ups or early drop offs -payment -late payment fees... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-19-2020, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,440
Posted By
Ac114
Cash app and Venmo. Mainly Venmo though. Zelle is...Cash app and Venmo. Mainly Venmo though. Zelle is another one but I have not used it yet. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-19-2020, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,311
Posted By
Ac114
I’m the same as CH. I’m one of the only few...I’m the same as CH. I’m one of the only few daycares that close at 5:30. Most inhome and centers around here close at 6 and open at 6am. I get up at 4:30 to go to the grocery store, get my children’s... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2020, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,231
Posted By
Ac114
I would just say those are personal matters that...I would just say those are personal matters that you’re not affiliated with and if they have any questions to speak to your director. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2020, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 102
Views: 123,860
Posted By
Ac114
We actually have a strip club called house of...We actually have a strip club called house of babes about 30 minutes north of here 🤣🤣 so I would not entertain that name at all! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2020, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,263
Posted By
Ac114
Thank you! This sounds great! I was having...Thank you! This sounds great! I was having trouble formulating my thoughts and this sounds perfect. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2020, 05:52 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,263
Posted By
Ac114
That’s kind of how I feel. The other parents were...That’s kind of how I feel. The other parents were obviously not happy and today it was my own child that was the victim. I guess I’m looking for the words to say this is a serious matter and you’re... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2020, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,263
Posted By
Ac114
4 Year Old Hitting, Kicking and Knocking OverI have a 4 year old in care that started in September. He goes to preschool Monday through Thursday and only have him 1-4 and then a full day in Friday’s. I cant afford to term him but at the same... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-07-2020, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,420
Posted By
Ac114
I feel tour pain. I have a mom literally due next...I feel tour pain. I have a mom literally due next week and still carries in her 4.5 year old. It’s ridiculous. I don’t partake in any of it and usually cleaning or getting breakfast together. I just... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-05-2020, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 73
Views: 5,782
Posted By
Ac114
Just had a parent block the doorway from letting...Just had a parent block the doorway from letting another parent enter my daycare area. We built a 10x5 foot enclosure that’s about 4 feet tall. The point was to hand the parents their kids and have... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-05-2020, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 977
Posted By
Ac114
My kids just got over being sick with the flu....My kids just got over being sick with the flu. It’s hit our whole city pretty hard with several schools closing because teachers are out, half the school is out etc. however, my husband had to take... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-04-2020, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I notice this too! Especially when they post...I notice this too! Especially when they post videos or pictures with their toddlers diapers sagging to the ground. Makes me cringe! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-03-2020, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,438
Posted By
Ac114
This is why I switched all my payments over to...This is why I switched all my payments over to Venmo or cash app so now there isn’t a excuse to not pay me. It’s by bank transfer and with a click of a button, it’s sent. However I would still... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-30-2020, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,142
Posted By
Ac114
I’ve been starting my car a few minutes before...I’ve been starting my car a few minutes before the last one gets picked up for this reason. Takes forever for them to get out of the door and I have my coat and shoes on. Sometimes I have places to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-29-2020, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
2 out of 3 of my kids have the flu. Had to close...2 out of 3 of my kids have the flu. Had to close today and will be closed tomorrow. One parent said I guess we will make alternate arrangements. Hmm I guess you will. Would you like to come over... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-28-2020, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,689
Posted By
Ac114
Say ok and then don’t. Watch the bedtime problems...Say ok and then don’t. Watch the bedtime problems magically disappear. I don’t shorten nap times for parents that want to have an easier night. I am with them 11 hrs a day. Nap time is set for a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-28-2020, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,085
Posted By
Ac114
Ok, I charged 2 late fees then second guessed...Ok, I charged 2 late fees then second guessed myself. So just wanted to see how everyone else did it. Thanks! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-28-2020, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By
Ac114
That’s the only illness I will exclude a sibling...That’s the only illness I will exclude a sibling for because my husband is immunocompromised and the last time he had the flu he was hospitalized. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-28-2020, 04:47 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By
Ac114
Yes!! My 2 older boys were breastfed for the...Yes!! My 2 older boys were breastfed for the first 6 weeks then switched to formula. Both had to have soy. Then my last I exclusively breastfed but could not eat dairy. It made her reflux really... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-28-2020, 04:38 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,085
Posted By
Ac114
Late FeesSo I was really bad about enforcing my late fees up until this point with late pickups and late payments. I sent out a nice, I’m done being walked all over, letter after Christmas break with an... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-22-2020, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I am so sorry you are dealing with unappreciative...I am so sorry you are dealing with unappreciative parents. My New Years resolution was to not feel guilt for taking time off, for appts, for my children, for a mental health day. Whatever I needed a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-20-2020, 02:33 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,057
Posted By
Ac114
Parent Leaves Child in Care Longer than stated in interviewSo I know I should have said something within the first week or so that child started (the week before thanksgiving) and now I’m kicking myself in the behind for not speaking up but would like to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-19-2020, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,441
Posted By
Ac114
Oh sunchimes, I am so sorry for your lost. I...Oh sunchimes, I am so sorry for your lost. I would honestly take the week off. I know you said you need the money but you need this time to grieve and to grieve without having to deal with small... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2020, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,232
Posted By
Ac114
I learned this same lesson about 2 months ago....I learned this same lesson about 2 months ago. What was supposed to be an occasional late pickup turned into 2 day, then 3 and then all 5 days. A whole 30 minutes after I closed for at no extra cost... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2020, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
DCG (5) had tonsils, adnoids and tubes replaced...DCG (5) had tonsils, adnoids and tubes replaced in her ears on Jan 3rd. Was out all week and returned today on a soft food only diet but mom didn’t bring any foods for her to eat. I only found out... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-09-2020, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,327
Posted By
Ac114
Personally, I would term. Or if you are...Personally, I would term. Or if you are comfortable with reevaluating your illness policy and tightening up in certain areas. I have a family who is just like the one you describe. Brought children... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-17-2019, 05:18 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
DCM types up a long messages about the days she...DCM types up a long messages about the days she has off during Christmas break and how much she owes and wants to make sure it’s correct, of course leaving out my paid holidays. This is her 3rd... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-12-2019, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,202
Posted By
Ac114
We’re all stressed to the max. Working moms, stay...We’re all stressed to the max. Working moms, stay at home moms, work from home moms. You can’t win. It doesn’t matter. Have I said something similar in a moment of weakness when dealing with my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-11-2019, 09:08 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,377
Posted By
Ac114
Yup!!! Made cinnamon dough ornaments yesterday...Yup!!! Made cinnamon dough ornaments yesterday with the kids. Took everything in me to even do them because no one appreciates it. One parent let her 14 month old break it in half as soon as I gave... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-10-2019, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 148
Views: 47,889
Posted By
Ac114
I am open 7am-5:30 pm. I have 3 children and a...I am open 7am-5:30 pm. I have 3 children and a husband with 3 autoimmune diseases which has made him disabled. Why should I have sympathy for this so called single mom working 2 jobs or a widow. I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-06-2019, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By
Ac114
Thank you ladies for the responses! I was still...Thank you ladies for the responses! I was still kind and gave her a week to figure things out. She said she would and was thankful I could help her out in the meantime. This was a tough lesson and I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-06-2019, 04:53 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,520
Posted By
Ac114
Help Me With a Response PleaseA little backstory first: single mom to 5 yr old DCG was getting dropped off by family members in the morning right at 7am. My hours are 7am-5:30pm. Family member that was helping moved to a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-04-2019, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,171
Posted By
Ac114
I would inform her and just tell her it’s...I would inform her and just tell her it’s confidential news right now because you are still in negotiations and not all your families will have the opportunity to follow you. If you trust this mom to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-04-2019, 04:45 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,111
Posted By
Ac114
I breastfed my youngest until 2, we still co...I breastfed my youngest until 2, we still co sleep and she would wake several times a night to nurse even at the age of 2. It’s a comfort thing. However, I don’t send her to daycare and wouldn’t... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-28-2019, 05:06 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,588
Posted By
Ac114
I’ve never had anyone ask for a copy of my ID,...I’ve never had anyone ask for a copy of my ID, and that’s not something I would provide either. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-27-2019, 01:34 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,369
Posted By
Ac114
This is not a parent I’m willing to work with?...This is not a parent I’m willing to work with? First, RSV is a serious illness and he needs to stay home until he is well. Many children are hospitalized every year for this virus. Second, why would... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-27-2019, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I’ve only heard of babywise from this forum but...I’ve only heard of babywise from this forum but it sounds like an awful concept. Infants make their own schedules, like it or not mom. And I will not do anything that causes more stress and loss of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-25-2019, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-22-2019, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,250
Posted By
Ac114
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-21-2019, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,250
Posted By
Ac114
Illness PolicyWould anyone care to share their illness policy with me? I am revising my handbook for jan 2020 and I need to crack down on my illness policy. Please and thank you! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-17-2019, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,306
Posted By
Ac114
I don’t think you are admitting fault by...I don’t think you are admitting fault by refunding the 2 weeks notice. Just wash your hands of her and waive the 2 weeks and end care immediately. I think if you require the 2 weeks payment SHE IS... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
11-14-2019, 09:20 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 35,740
Posted By
Ac114
Actually in my state you can have up to 6...Actually in my state you can have up to 6 children under the age of 6, no more than 2 being under the age of 2 before needing a license. But rarely do they even look into. Our state is flooded with... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-14-2019, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
Definitely sounds like ADHD. My oldest has ADHD...Definitely sounds like ADHD. My oldest has ADHD and over the years I have learned that giving him tasks help with the behavior. You could give him a job and reward him with a few minutes of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-12-2019, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,446
Posted By
Ac114
I was stressed reading this. I would term just...I was stressed reading this. I would term just because I refuse to do business with a parent that obviously knows her daughter is a bully to your child and refuses to do anything about it and coddles... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-08-2019, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,324
Posted By
Ac114
I would make sure your husband is present or at...I would make sure your husband is present or at least another adult. Just hand him the letter and say today is DCB’s last day and here are his belongings. Then shut the door. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-08-2019, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
Ahhh ok this makes sense but still very very sad....Ahhh ok this makes sense but still very very sad. I couldn’t fathom ever doing that to any of my nieces or nephews, beck even if a daycare parent came to me and just said we are no longer able to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-07-2019, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
Just because they are taking care of a family...Just because they are taking care of a family members child still doesn’t excuse them not taking care of their biological child. That’s not ok and a sorry excuse for parents. 🤷🏼*♀️ |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-07-2019, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,575
Posted By
Ac114
I’m getting to this point now blackcat! Me...I’m getting to this point now blackcat! Me bending over backwards bit me in the butt so many times I am finally learning my lesson and setting boundaries. This job can make you miserable if you don’t... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-04-2019, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,556
Posted By
Ac114
This is exactly how I feel. If you want to leave...This is exactly how I feel. If you want to leave over me closing early to take care of an appointment then good bye because you clearly don’t respect me as a person. All of my parents have some sort... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-04-2019, 09:18 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,953
Posted By
Ac114
Gosh I wish we could. My own kids and daycare...Gosh I wish we could. My own kids and daycare kids are so out of whack. We’re laying down a while 45 minutes early for nap because of the non stop whining and crying today. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-01-2019, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I’m feeling much better today!!! Yesterday I...I’m feeling much better today!!! Yesterday I still felt a little ick but not as bad as the day before. I’m just happy that it’s Friday! I have a mother son dance to attend with my 2 boys and then... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-30-2019, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
Woke up with a really bad headache but still...Woke up with a really bad headache but still decided to stay open. Started throwing up around 11 with diarrhea to start soon after. Texted all the parents that children will need picked up. Mom shows... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-29-2019, 05:44 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,800
Posted By
Ac114
I’m thinking of implanting the same policy except...I’m thinking of implanting the same policy except our area has so many providers and most of them don’t even have contracts. This last week was the 2nd person to leave without a notice and also not... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-16-2019, 06:12 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
This is awful and just downright mean to do to...This is awful and just downright mean to do to your child. I cherish my mommy/child dates. I honestly don’t think I would have been nice in my response to that text. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-11-2019, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 3,974
Posted By
Ac114
Yesss! I hate pouches! I have a 4 year old that...Yesss! I hate pouches! I have a 4 year old that still lives off of these. And my 18 month old twins have reverted in their feeding skills because they ONLY get pouches at home. Like I give up! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-08-2019, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,136
Posted By
Ac114
Monday I was off to take care of some...Monday I was off to take care of some appointments. Still had a parent show up despite my reminder 3 weeks ago, a sign on my door all last week and another reminder on friday. Then had another parent... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-04-2019, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,720
Posted By
Ac114
Their whole process sounds like a chaotic mess....Their whole process sounds like a chaotic mess. How many children are you responsible for walking across the street? Why is there not 1 person in front of the line and 1 person in the back? Why is a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-01-2019, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,016
Posted By
Ac114
I’m closing at 4pm for Halloween. My normal close...I’m closing at 4pm for Halloween. My normal close time is 5:30 and In the past I have closed at 5:00. I literally have that one parent that still doesn’t get here until 5:30. It happens every year.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-30-2019, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,112
Posted By
Ac114
Field TripIt’s extremely rare that I get the opportunity to take the daycare kids on a field trip or really ever leave my house with the daycare kids. The twins I watch will be on vacation the 3rd week of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-27-2019, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,691
Posted By
Ac114
I’m still trying to figure that out myself but I...I’m still trying to figure that out myself but I can tell you that NOT taking time off for yourself is a bad idea. My very first year I was petrified of upsetting parents that I worked myself to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-26-2019, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,416
Posted By
Ac114
I agree with this. Anytime I’ve closed early I...I agree with this. Anytime I’ve closed early I ALWAYS have that one family that picks up late. Just in August I closed an hour early 2 days in a row for my kids school open house. Each day I had... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-26-2019, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,364
Posted By
Ac114
My naptime is from 1-3. Most of my kids sleep...My naptime is from 1-3. Most of my kids sleep until 3:30. I only wake the children who are 2 and older up if they are still asleep by 4 and that’s usually the ones who are getting picked up anyways. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-25-2019, 01:23 PM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-25-2019, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,238
Posted By
Ac114
Ok that’s ridiculous. I would tell her you either...Ok that’s ridiculous. I would tell her you either trust me or you don’t but the constant calls is disruptive and I am no longer taking your calls during the day. If that doesn’t work for you, then... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-24-2019, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I would not “ask” for payment. You either pay me...I would not “ask” for payment. You either pay me for my holidays or go somewhere else. You are the boss. You decide the rules. I would give her notice after that incident. And btw, she will have to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-24-2019, 06:09 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,861
Posted By
Ac114
So I informed all the families and no one seemed...So I informed all the families and no one seemed upset and if they did oh well. I was able to schedule 3 appts that day! Yay! I usually give as much notice as possible for appts or days off but my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-24-2019, 05:48 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,064
Posted By
Ac114
I’ve never heard of baby wise but a 2 month old...I’ve never heard of baby wise but a 2 month old creates their own schedule. You can make tweaks here and there but I would not wake a sleeping baby either. And quite frankly, I do what works for me.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-23-2019, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,357
Posted By
Ac114
I have this child. At 4 years old, he still can...I have this child. At 4 years old, he still can not answer simple questions. I’ll ask things like “Are you finished eating?” And he will respond with “dog” or “cat”. I honestly think he has... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-18-2019, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,861
Posted By
Ac114
Taking Time OffDoes anyone else feel guilty or struggle with taking time off and having parents upset. I know this sounds so silly but I have the hardest time making, keeping or attending important appointments for... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-15-2019, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I had this happen just last Friday. We were going...I had this happen just last Friday. We were going on vacation and I took a week off. I close at 5:30, guess who shows up at 6pm? Not a single word to me. Let’s see how this Monday goes when I give... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-09-2019, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By
Ac114
I agree with you blackcat. I have a girlfriend...I agree with you blackcat. I have a girlfriend who’s sister has DS. She lives unassisted in her own apartment and gets herself to and from work etc. there is a wide range on severity of the Down... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-05-2019, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,877
Posted By
Ac114
All of my advertising is done on Facebook. It’s...All of my advertising is done on Facebook. It’s the new age and this is how most people look for child care as well. You can make a Facebook that’s just for your daycare and advertise when you have... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-03-2019, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
Required by whom? The daycare does not own...Required by whom? The daycare does not own people. Does it look bad, yes. Is it wrong, depends. But you can not legally force someone to give a 2 weeks notice. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-30-2019, 10:07 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I have a parent like this. Checks his child...I have a parent like this. Checks his child bookbag and home folder. Then checks both his hands to see if he for his stamps. Then makes him say good bye to every child by name and wants all the kids... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-21-2019, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,516
Posted By
Ac114
They do bring them in earlier to get a break from...They do bring them in earlier to get a break from the screaming. When mom drops off, she comes in frantic and half dressed and half hair and make up done like she just stopped in the middle of what... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-21-2019, 04:30 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,810
Posted By
Ac114
I’m so over daycare lately. Kids going off to...I’m so over daycare lately. Kids going off to school seems to make everyone forget that I also have kids and things to do. I had to close an hour early 2 days in a row for open house and meet the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-20-2019, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,516
Posted By
Ac114
I know they put their house on the market a few...I know they put their house on the market a few weeks ago and purchased another home so I don’t know if that’s what is causing the added stress. I charge by the day but I don’t have any families that... |