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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-29-2013, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,190
Posted By
LittleD
I have 2 boys around that same age and my dcf...I have 2 boys around that same age and my dcf blame it on nap :rolleyes: says they won't go to sleep until that time! Funny thing is it happens on week-ends and vacations too, when they don't nap!... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-28-2013, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 8,060
Posted By
LittleD
How about something like:
Dear DCP,
we...How about something like: Dear DCP, we are excited to announce the future arrival of our new addition, Spot! Spot is a (sorry forgot breed) and will be coming to us when he/she is X weeks old.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2013, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,062
Posted By
LittleD
Quick Reply NeededI can't remember where I read a reply to a txt DCM sent, but it was good, so I'm asking for you're suggestions. DCM sent me a txt, telling me DCD is stuck at work so she has to pick up today. she... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2013, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,774
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LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2013, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,639
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LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-23-2013, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,621
Posted By
LittleD
Yes, children CAN get a rash with a virus, but it...Yes, children CAN get a rash with a virus, but it usually clears up pretty fast. by 48 hrs after it comes, you can tell its faded by half at least. (Thats been my experience) ... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-23-2013, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,808
Posted By
LittleD
If you close at 4pm and have an appointment, I...If you close at 4pm and have an appointment, I don't see why you can't tell her "OMG< I'm sooooo sorry! I so can't do it! I have an appointment that I just CANNOT reschedule, and at this point, it... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-17-2013, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 8,296
Posted By
LittleD
Well, if this is a verbal rule you always TELL...Well, if this is a verbal rule you always TELL them, then I'd stick with it. Just tell her sorry, 3 families did not sign up so I will not be open. If she says but you didn't SAY it, apologize and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-17-2013, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,478
Posted By
LittleD
You can even emphasize how Sally is such a...You can even emphasize how Sally is such a wonderful child, they are a wonderful family, that it's nothing personal. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-17-2013, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,786
Posted By
LittleD
As long as it isn't in the middle of the nap. If...As long as it isn't in the middle of the nap. If they pick up after 12, then they can't come back until after 3pm (nap ends) and usually by that point they just keep them home. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-17-2013, 06:53 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 3,712
Posted By
LittleD
If they are all over like that, I don't see why...If they are all over like that, I don't see why she would think it was you who called. It could e anyone one of your neighbors as far as she's concerned. I'd call. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-14-2013, 05:16 AM
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Replies: 118
Views: 20,117
Posted By
LittleD
And I certainly wouldn't be contacting her lawyer...And I certainly wouldn't be contacting her lawyer to fence words with him anymore. Wait for your lawyer. Not to mention just because the lawyer doesn't think it's valid, it's really up to a judge,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-13-2013, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 3,711
Posted By
LittleD
I put them in the dcks bags. no one said anything...I put them in the dcks bags. no one said anything but I did get a happy mothers day text from one family. At 820am. I was sleeping lol :lol: |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-07-2013, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,761
Posted By
LittleD
Wow, that's a tough one! Wish I could give some...Wow, that's a tough one! Wish I could give some advice, but I just don't know what to say. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-03-2013, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 7,975
Posted By
LittleD
See, at 2, I think they are too big to be rocked...See, at 2, I think they are too big to be rocked to sleep. (at least my 2yr olds are) I'd break my back trying to rock them. Most of my kids have started here at approx 7-8mths, and I'd do the sleep... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2013, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,310
Posted By
LittleD
Good for you! Some people think that we are just...Good for you! Some people think that we are just at their beck and call :rolleyes: |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2013, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2013, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 4,567
Posted By
LittleD
Yes, mostly. But no one under 2 ( and sometimes...Yes, mostly. But no one under 2 ( and sometimes they have to be older then that) Smaller kids use smaller sticks. No running with them. Have to be carried sideways. Used in building projects... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2013, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,310
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2013, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,980
Posted By
LittleD
Yes it does cause impairment, and I would hope...Yes it does cause impairment, and I would hope that no one was using WHILE doing their job, (even if it was a desk job). It would be nice if they could come up with a short term identifier (like a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-25-2013, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,980
Posted By
LittleD
Not speaking in a daycare capacity, but in the...Not speaking in a daycare capacity, but in the case of the man in the article, I think it's unfair! It does have properties when used in accordance with dosage instructions that can help many people... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-25-2013, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,989
Posted By
LittleD
you don't have kids that graba crayon and color...you don't have kids that graba crayon and color on everything? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-25-2013, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,543
Posted By
LittleD
Kids in daycare do seem to get ill more often but...Kids in daycare do seem to get ill more often but they tend to have a better immune system when they are school aged, as opposed to kids who don't go to daycare |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-25-2013, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,133
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LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-24-2013, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,849
Posted By
LittleD
Nice! I like to do it when it's all finished,...Nice! I like to do it when it's all finished, unless the dck will be moving in before all the upgrades will be done? I like to do it before our 1st day in the new space. Then you can do another one... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-24-2013, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,575
Posted By
LittleD
This!
Remind her of the contract she signed,...This! Remind her of the contract she signed, and that her final bill will be $xxx. (Unless she has prepaid the full amount-in which case just state the rest of this post) Mention that even though... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-24-2013, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,285
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-24-2013, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,515
Posted By
LittleD
I'm not sure how to word it, as I don't deal with...I'm not sure how to word it, as I don't deal with the money aspect of my business, but I hope you include the fees that your bank charged you when they stopped payment |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-24-2013, 09:07 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,849
Posted By
LittleD
Are you having a grand opening, coffee and...Are you having a grand opening, coffee and cupcakes to show off your new space? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 2,695
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,284
Posted By
LittleD
You could always call them and give them the...You could always call them and give them the option to pick up if they want the kids to have outside time. And mention how there's a good chance that you won't be able to take them outside tomorrow... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,715
Posted By
LittleD
Personally, I don't really want to see/hang out...Personally, I don't really want to see/hang out with my dcf's after hours either ;) |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 09:42 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,249
Posted By
LittleD
Oh I called her when all this started happening!...Oh I called her when all this started happening! And she said oh yes absolutely! And informed me of the regulations, brought the paper over and everything. I also called her this morning to let... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,249
Posted By
LittleD
UpdateMom asked me at drop off today, to stop giving DCB naps. Said he's not going to bed until 11pm! Said dad is getting mad at her as well (they are separated) because he doesn't want him to nap either.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-23-2013, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,349
Posted By
LittleD
I feel your pain! My DS was 6 and his 6 yr old...I feel your pain! My DS was 6 and his 6 yr old friend did that to him. In the end they were BOTH in tears! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-22-2013, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,253
Posted By
LittleD
Our library has a used book store in it. Proceeds...Our library has a used book store in it. Proceeds go back to the library. They sell books that are out of circulation, and donated. Childrens books are around 10 to 25 cents :) Board books, chapter... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-22-2013, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 7,267
Posted By
LittleD
Do you have proof of who was there (ie sign in...Do you have proof of who was there (ie sign in sheet)? If so I wouldn't be too concerned. They may just be fishing for an excuse to pull her out without looking like they are just over protective. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-17-2013, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,720
Posted By
LittleD
Bathroom, for sure.
Kitchen would be nice,...Bathroom, for sure. Kitchen would be nice, but you will want a fridge and microwave at the very least. At least 1 large enough window as alternate means to escape a fire. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-17-2013, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,526
Posted By
LittleD
I've had parents not meet me at all, just talk to...I've had parents not meet me at all, just talk to me on the phone and start their kids right away full time! Glad they have complete trust in the system, but that seemed odd to me! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-17-2013, 05:02 AM
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Replies: 106
Views: 15,081
Posted By
LittleD
It's bad enough she runs over you during regular...It's bad enough she runs over you during regular hours, now she wants to cut into your personal time? Isn't she a peach! :p I wonder what there is to talk about, she gave notice, now its just a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-16-2013, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,672
Posted By
LittleD
Ontario providers, heard of ELECT?My coordinator came by the other day talking about ELECT Early Learning for Every Child Today: A Framework for Ontario Early Childhood Settings. Have any of you heard about it? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-15-2013, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 7,267
Posted By
LittleD
Seriously? :mad:
One of the first things I...Seriously? :mad: One of the first things I though was "If it's so cold, why is she coming with no jacket and capris? :confused: Second thought I had "Why is she coming if she's sick?" :confused:... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-15-2013, 06:35 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,077
Posted By
LittleD
Bad MixI have dcb (2yr) dcg(2yr) and dcb (3yr). The girl and 3 yr old boy get along well, can share the farmhouse(for instance) and play together. The boys do the same. But the girl and the dcb who's 2... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-10-2013, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 81
Views: 11,437
Posted By
LittleD
I know a child name Magpie. That is one name I...I know a child name Magpie. That is one name I never could like. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-10-2013, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 10,253
Posted By
LittleD
I didn't know there were age limits. Where did...I didn't know there were age limits. Where did you find this? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-10-2013, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,249
Posted By
LittleD
I told dcb1 that he has to nap, because they are...I told dcb1 that he has to nap, because they are my boss"s rules, and I could get into a lot of trouble if he doesn't nap. I've told the parents this before, back when dcd didn't want they boys to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-09-2013, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,249
Posted By
LittleD
Some Parents Make Me Laugh!Back ground: I've had this family for almost 4 yrs. Since oldest dcb was 2. Younger sib turned 3 after Christmas. When DCB 1 was around the same age, parents wanted me to stop naps because he... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-08-2013, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,460
Posted By
LittleD
Good for you!
I love children, I really do,...Good for you! I love children, I really do, but running a home daycare has made me not want to be around kids (besides my own) after hours. :( I'm happy to hear that you have something better... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2013, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,158
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2013, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,158
Posted By
LittleD
Does anybody have a paper checklist they would...Does anybody have a paper checklist they would like to share? I found a few last year, but nothing I could print out. Tried to make my own but it didn't turn out that well. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2013, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 4,770
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2013, 06:04 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 4,694
Posted By
LittleD
I unlock the door and run. I'm not regular and if...I unlock the door and run. I'm not regular and if I wait too long, I can't go and I pay for it for hours. :o My daycare is right off the front door, so there is no where they have to go to get to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-04-2013, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,610
Posted By
LittleD
I keep having to say to myself "I love my job, I...I keep having to say to myself "I love my job, I love my job, I love my job" LOL! We're tough, we'll get through it! :hug: |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-04-2013, 08:03 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,610
Posted By
LittleD
Thanks for the ideas (and encouraging words)...Thanks for the ideas (and encouraging words) ladies! The mood for today is destructive, if I give them shaving cream it will be ALL over the place in seconds, like on the ceiling, the walls... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-04-2013, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,610
Posted By
LittleD
I just want to cry!These kids are driving me nuts! (2, 2 & 3)They won't listen, they are climbing the walls (literally! Walls, chairs, tables, book shelves!) We are experiencing yucky weather, rainy then snowy then... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-02-2013, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,480
Posted By
LittleD
Can you put him to sleep first? Say 10-15 mins...Can you put him to sleep first? Say 10-15 mins before the other ones? I was doing that, putting my problem sleeper to sleep first before the other ones went in. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-29-2013, 10:10 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,480
Posted By
LittleD
Not me! 41 degrees here. It seems when we start...Not me! 41 degrees here. It seems when we start pretending it's warmer then what it is, everyone gets sick one more time! Jackets and hats stay on until its at least 55 degrees!! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-27-2013, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,034
Posted By
LittleD
I love how parents don't care if they have...I love how parents don't care if they have accidents all over the floor at daycare, but when it comes to their home the kid stays in pull ups/diapers. :rolleyes: At least thats what I get here. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-26-2013, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,165
Posted By
LittleD
Ahhh, thats what they TELL you, but if you probe,...Ahhh, thats what they TELL you, but if you probe, you find out they went home and took a nap, or got a mani/pedi or just watched movies all day! I've been there! "oh little Susie will be there today,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-26-2013, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,734
Posted By
LittleD
Could be beginnings of a bad diaper rash or yeast...Could be beginnings of a bad diaper rash or yeast infection. Is there a rash anywhere else? (Under arm pits, on stomach) |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-25-2013, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,020
Posted By
LittleD
This is me to a "T" with my last provider. My...This is me to a "T" with my last provider. My kids had 2 others previous to her. I am embarrassed to say I broke all sorts of policies, except payments. :o I see now why they had them in place! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-23-2013, 07:31 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,023
Posted By
LittleD
My son was hospitalized this January for a week....My son was hospitalized this January for a week. I took the first day off (went to emerg on Sunday spent most of the day there) because I knew we were going to be there a long time. Thought he had... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-20-2013, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,209
Posted By
LittleD
And BTW, our centers here say 2 bouts of...And BTW, our centers here say 2 bouts of explosive diarrhea and they go home. 1 incident for vomit. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-18-2013, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,031
Posted By
LittleD
And it is also very possible he is lying/over...And it is also very possible he is lying/over exaggerating the event. Another possibility is she is just trying to fight with him and using you as the reason to be pissed. I went through this about a... |
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Forum: Curriculum
03-12-2013, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,883
Posted By
LittleD
We took cardboard boxes and made teddy bear...We took cardboard boxes and made teddy bear houses. I cut out windows and doors, they coloured the outside and drew tvs and couches inside. I glued rugs (with felt pieces) and they made beds. I had 6... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2013, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,338
Posted By
LittleD
I don't have sick days in my policy, so I don't...I don't have sick days in my policy, so I don't charge if I close for any reason. Unfortunately, you chose not to enforce your own policies when it comes to the sick kids. You can't nail them for... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2013, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,150
Posted By
LittleD
Is it one of those "Be careful of what you wish...Is it one of those "Be careful of what you wish for!" situations? It does solve the problem tho ;) |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-06-2013, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,738
Posted By
LittleD
Find out who the ring leaders are and lay them...Find out who the ring leaders are and lay them down first. When they fall asleep, get the others in. Thats what I've done for groups of 2-3 in one room |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-06-2013, 04:50 AM
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Replies: 107
Views: 43,848
Posted By
LittleD
Oh I wouldn't say a parent can't terminate...Oh I wouldn't say a parent can't terminate without notice. If the child is being neglected, and you can prove it, I'm sure a court would allow you to leave without giving notice... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,347
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 10,736
Posted By
LittleD
In Ontario, we have the Day Nursery Act which...In Ontario, we have the Day Nursery Act which states the following: (5) Every operator shall ensure that the daily program in each day nursery operated by the operator and in each location where... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,734
Posted By
LittleD
Text back "I do not accept texts or calls between...Text back "I do not accept texts or calls between X and X hours. This is an automated message" And if they txt something again, copy and paste msg above and keep doing it til they stop :D |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By
LittleD
Ok, Monday is starting to form!
Since Mondays...Ok, Monday is starting to form! Since Mondays are horrible, it will be PJ and Teddy day. We will wear our jammies, & bring a small teddy. We will make houses for our teddies with small boxes and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,347
Posted By
LittleD
Explain how his behavior is unacceptable at pick...Explain how his behavior is unacceptable at pick up and either you do the bye bye outside or you will have to discipline in front of her. What do you normally do when he acts out (and mom isn't... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,445
Posted By
LittleD
The twins may not be ready for coloring, but they...The twins may not be ready for coloring, but they won't get there if you don't get them to do it. They will learn with guidance and supervision. Start now! Arts and crafts are good for fine motor... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2013, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By
LittleD
I'm going to have them go outside, but I don't...I'm going to have them go outside, but I don't think they can go out without me, which will have to be nap time. Thanks for some ideas, if anyone else has some I'd love to hear them! I'm hoping... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-04-2013, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,895
Posted By
LittleD
Yep, same here but I got : No naps this week end,...Yep, same here but I got : No naps this week end, we were just too busy! Oh and dck was fine when they first woke up but then they started getting cranky and wanted to be held. : Hmm so early nap... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-04-2013, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-04-2013, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By
LittleD
March BreakSo we have March Break next week, and I just realized I am going to have a mad house!! Help me figure out what I can do!! I will have 3 SA boys and 3 toddlers. The mix is not good because there is... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-04-2013, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,335
Posted By
LittleD
"I guess since you didn't give me proper notice..."I guess since you didn't give me proper notice you are still paying for the day! Haha." |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2013, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,046
Posted By
LittleD
The CDC has a zombie preparedness pamphlet! :lol:...The CDC has a zombie preparedness pamphlet! :lol: http://www.cdc.gov/phpr/zombies.htm |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2013, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,325
Posted By
LittleD
Just happened to me last week I believe. Sent...Just happened to me last week I believe. Sent home with fever before lunch. They said she woke up from nap fine, came back next day (fever present but bellow required pick up 99 F) as she was leaving... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2013, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,652
Posted By
LittleD
Yes, now he is. He suggested going back to school...Yes, now he is. He suggested going back to school because I kept telling him NO WAY! to the center idea! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2013, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,652
Posted By
LittleD
I believe we can have 30 kids, if the space is...I believe we can have 30 kids, if the space is large enough. At least, thats what my Licensor did. Pretty sure she had 30. Oh did I laugh at this!! He annoys me too. It's both ways. He thinks... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2013, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,652
Posted By
LittleD
Thinking About Switching It Up!My husband and I were talking about how one of my FT will be going to school in Sept. leaving me with 2 FT and 3 before and after schoolers. 1 of my FT will not likely be coming after July, her mom... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2013, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,768
Posted By
LittleD
Did dcg take a nap or did someone have to come...Did dcg take a nap or did someone have to come and get her? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-27-2013, 04:45 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,734
Posted By
LittleD
What you could do is instead of have a info...What you could do is instead of have a info sheet, have an agenda. A notebook the child brings home everyday. The parents have to read and sign the agenda daily and any questions or concerns can be... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,314
Posted By
LittleD
Wow! A whole week for bronchitis? Is it...Wow! A whole week for bronchitis? Is it contagious? No one I know has had they for a few years. Whats a Z pack? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,580
Posted By
LittleD
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,749
Posted By
LittleD
It's over now, it was half an hour, thought it...It's over now, it was half an hour, thought it was an hour. I love her show! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 09:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,749
Posted By
LittleD
America's Supernanny is on LiveDeborah Tillman America's Super Nanny is on live right now! http://www.spreecast.com/events/deborah-tillman-americas-supernanny |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,484
Posted By
LittleD
My youngest son slept like that. Would be up for...My youngest son slept like that. Would be up for 2-3 hrs, go back to sleep from 10am-12pm, get up have lunch back to sleep 2pm-4pm and in bed around 8pm-9pm! As he got older and more mobile, he... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,314
Posted By
LittleD
Thanks Country Kids and BlackCat. My husband is...Thanks Country Kids and BlackCat. My husband is home so I will go and lay down at nap and leave him the monitor. Sending them home won't do any good because we've done this cold before, it has to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2013, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,314
Posted By
LittleD
One of Those DaysI was hoping the week-end would help clear up my 2 sick dcks, but nope! Now I've got it too. I do notice that between Feb and March this cough always pops up its head! DCB was off for one day last... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2013, 06:34 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,900
Posted By
LittleD
I have purchased my own pacifiers and bottles,...I have purchased my own pacifiers and bottles, mainly because if I lose them, or they get damaged I don't have to worry about replacing it. Or if they forget it at home, I have one already here. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 09:27 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,881
Posted By
LittleD
FINALLY got a txt back. She says ''So sorry, was...FINALLY got a txt back. She says ''So sorry, was crazy here this morning. He was up most of the night so I left him home for the morning and his dad may bring him after but I haven't called home yet... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,881
Posted By
LittleD
Parents get charged if they don't give me an...Parents get charged if they don't give me an hours notice. I'm wondering if he was scheduled to be off today now. This is why I ask for written notice of days off, I can't keep track of verbal... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 06:48 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,881
Posted By
LittleD
Forgot About Bye Bye Outside!Ok so this long, sorry in advance! I'm not sure if I'm looking advice or just ranting lol! I have dcb (2 tomorrow) who started with me in Oct. He was great about coming here. He was supposed to be... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 4,174
Posted By
LittleD
I took my dcb off his paci at 2. Never had one...I took my dcb off his paci at 2. Never had one here at all. They still gave it to him at home for another year :rolleyes: After the 1st week I didn't have any problems with him asking for it.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-24-2013, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,043
Posted By
LittleD
Just wanted to point out, she could be lying...Just wanted to point out, she could be lying about her current provider! If her child's well being concerned her that much, she would pay the extra $$ Don't do it! But if you do, fees (regular... |