Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-18-2009, 05:13 PM

Replies: 1 Coupon Traderz...Want to join?? Views: 2,668 Posted By cuddlebuggz I love coupons So I am not the only crazy coupon lady...JK! I emailed you with my info and I cant wait to do this. I did this once before on a website I visit regularly and it was fun. I have an idea for another...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2009, 09:44 AM

Replies: 7 Get a $15 Craftbox FREE!! Views: 3,345 Posted By cuddlebuggz $1500.00!!!! We just finished our cookie dough sale and our daycare was able to earn just over $1500.00 with this fundraiser. We finished just in time for holiday sales, I am hoping to get a great deal on a new...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2009, 09:38 AM

Replies: 4 Need Some Help with Different Aged Children Views: 2,646 Posted By cuddlebuggz Playdough Kids of all ages love playdough, messy but FUN!

Forum: Curriculum 11-16-2009, 09:37 AM

Replies: 3 Creative Craft Ideas - Built Your Curriculum Views: 6,094 Posted By cuddlebuggz Craft Idea Coffee Grounds are great for crafts! Cut out the chape of a bear and let the kids paint glue on with a paint brush and then sprinkle with coffee grounds! Smells great on the fridge and its super...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2009, 09:32 AM

Replies: 6 Cost Effective Meals - New Ideas? Views: 5,399 Posted By cuddlebuggz Just for fun! If you have older kiddos and no peanut allergies.... Grilled PB Sandwhiches are a great afterschool snack. Make them like grilled cheese but with PB inside..kids love them, serve with milk!

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2009, 05:57 AM

Replies: 6 Cost Effective Meals - New Ideas? Views: 5,399 Posted By cuddlebuggz Winter Warmth One of the favs of the dc kids is the following: Skinless/Boneless Chicken Breasts in a baking dish Mix together Crm chicken soup/parmesean shaker cheese (I just eyeball it) Poor soup mixture...

Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 10-26-2009, 12:05 PM

Replies: 59 Do I Have To Pay Full Tuition If Child Is Out Sick? Views: 77,877 Posted By cuddlebuggz I agree, that is very true...basically the only... I agree, that is very true...basically the only thing to do is be firm if you are not willing to budge and put it clearly in the contract!!!

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-26-2009, 12:03 PM

Replies: 12 H1n1 Views: 5,557 Posted By cuddlebuggz closing for H1N1 Good Luck to everyone...stay healthy!

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-26-2009, 12:02 PM

Replies: 23 Beginner Daycare- How to Fill My Spots!! Views: 15,201 Posted By cuddlebuggz advertisements I will have something for you by the end of the day..

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-25-2009, 07:53 PM

Replies: 23 Beginner Daycare- How to Fill My Spots!! Views: 15,201 Posted By cuddlebuggz Where in VA? Need a little more location to find... Where in VA? Need a little more location to find good ideas for you, I will look into and have some more for you tomorrow but a closer proximity would help..:)

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-25-2009, 07:51 PM

Replies: 23 Beginner Daycare- How to Fill My Spots!! Views: 15,201 Posted By cuddlebuggz I will work on that and get back to you,I... I will work on that and get back to you,I apologize I just saw this post this evening, should be able to find some info for you by tomorrow..where in Montana are you..

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-25-2009, 07:49 PM

Replies: 4 Redirection Help Needed Views: 3,299 Posted By cuddlebuggz PER DHS we are not allowed to face a child... PER DHS we are not allowed to face a child towards a wall, (standing in corner) it is unethical and against the LAW..in Iowa anyway. It is humiliating and a form of abuse...not saying you are worng...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-25-2009, 07:46 PM

Replies: 12 H1n1 Views: 5,557 Posted By cuddlebuggz flu We WILL Close our daycare if this hits us hard and parents are all for that, sometimes closing a daycare is best so everyone can get healthy and return the following week illness free. And of...

Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 10-25-2009, 07:42 PM

Replies: 59 Do I Have To Pay Full Tuition If Child Is Out Sick? Views: 77,877 Posted By cuddlebuggz paying I have read many great points on both sides and I can only say this...a clear contract and illness policy is a must!!! Be sure to discuss this in writing as well as in person so that both parties...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-25-2009, 07:30 PM

Replies: 7 When parents leave, how long to fill your spots? Views: 4,069 Posted By cuddlebuggz filling spots Word of mouth from a current family is the fastest and most efficient way to fill spots, then you are more likely to get another great family. I wish you the best of luck, it's hard to be patient...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-23-2009, 10:03 AM

Replies: 23 Beginner Daycare- How to Fill My Spots!! Views: 15,201 Posted By cuddlebuggz open house I agree, an open house is a great one!! Offer tours and give parents a NO REGISTRATION FEE COUPON when they sign up their child for care by the following Friday!! You could also offer some Parent's...

Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 10-23-2009, 09:59 AM

Replies: 6 Is it Healthy for Children to Attend 2 Different Daycare? Views: 12,825 Posted By cuddlebuggz 2 daycares I have a few kiddos that attend a state HACAP preschool 2 hours each day M-F. I take them there and pick them up everyday. It really hasnt caused any problems, however I think its a case by case...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-23-2009, 09:58 AM

Replies: 22 Short Paid Again! Views: 6,462 Posted By cuddlebuggz non payment! Pre-Payment is a MUST! IF you have part timers I would make them keep an amount in their "account" that is close to the average they use each week. If there are no funds in the account..NO CARE!! ...

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-23-2009, 05:27 AM

Replies: 11 Iowa Providers??? Views: 4,104 Posted By cuddlebuggz Iowa Providers??? I am looking to touch base with other Iowa providers. It's fun to chat with other providers in the same location. I look forward to hearing from you!

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-23-2009, 05:26 AM

Replies: 23 Beginner Daycare- How to Fill My Spots!! Views: 15,201 Posted By cuddlebuggz location? I may be able to find some advertisement solutions for you if you could tell me what area you are in and what state. I have lots of online resources for daycare ads...FREE!! My childcare is now by...

Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 10-23-2009, 05:23 AM

Replies: 1 Fund Raisers Views: 3,121 Posted By cuddlebuggz Salsa This company is now also offering Salsa. 50% profit, you have to call for info as it has not been addded to the website yet but they are marketing it now!

Forum: Curriculum 10-21-2009, 09:38 AM

Replies: 2 Tips for Curriculum Development Views: 3,876 Posted By cuddlebuggz Curriculum in Daycare I agree, there are many great websites, also mailbox magazine is a great one to subscribe too. I love it. Funshine Express you can order your monthly curriculum from them a little costly but worth...

Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 10-21-2009, 09:34 AM

Replies: 59 Do I Have To Pay Full Tuition If Child Is Out Sick? Views: 77,877 Posted By cuddlebuggz Tuition for Daycare We charge even if children are out sick as well.

Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-21-2009, 09:33 AM

Replies: 9 Playground Fundriasers Views: 4,644 Posted By cuddlebuggz Fundraisers We have also had a sale with MC Fundraisers. I have 7 children in my program and we were able to purchase a new table and chairs and a new desktop computer for the pre-school program. I chose to...