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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-22-2021, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2,142
Views: 352,670
Posted By e.j.
I don't know either of you but just reading what...

I don't know either of you but just reading what you posted made me feel happier! lovethis
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-19-2021, 03:48 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
Some parents don't want to have to deal with the...

Some parents don't want to have to deal with the poopy diapers that result.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-18-2021, 10:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By e.j.
Josiegirl, thank you for posting this! The error...

Josiegirl, thank you for posting this! The error was mine. I re-read my sister's text after seeing your reply and realized I might have misinterpreted what she had said. I double checked with her...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-17-2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 2,142
Views: 352,670
Posted By e.j.
Right?!happyface

Right?!happyface
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-16-2021, 06:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 373
Posted By e.j.
If it were me, I'd let the other families know...

If it were me, I'd let the other families know what's going and then let them know what my plans are for the day care. In my case, I'd tell dc parents that I plan to clean and sanitize the day care...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-16-2021, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 237
Posted By e.j.
If I were in your position, I'd quit, too. You...

If I were in your position, I'd quit, too. You don't owe your neighbors anything other than maybe giving them enough notice to make other child care arrangements. Letting them know in Feb and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-16-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By e.j.
I haven't been able to get a vaccine yet but one...

I haven't been able to get a vaccine yet but one of my brothers, his wife and my sister did get theirs. My brother and sil had no side effects. My sister said her arm was a bit sore but no worse...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-11-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 156
Posted By e.j.
I'm so sorry you're having to deal with such a...

I'm so sorry you're having to deal with such a painful condition. I'm currently experiencing muscle spasms in my back from lifting my hefty dcb (7mo); he's adorable but it's like lifting a bag of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-30-2020, 07:50 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 5,318
Posted By e.j.
Not trying to change your mind or anyone else's;...

Not trying to change your mind or anyone else's; just respectfully putting my 2 cents in in response to what you wrote. Feel free to ignore what I have to say.:)

I'm concerned about possible side...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-23-2020, 10:38 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 5,318
Posted By e.j.
I'm so sorry you're going through this, Valerie. ...

I'm so sorry you're going through this, Valerie. I hope your fil pulls through and suffers no long term side effects. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. :hug:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-21-2020, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,142
Views: 352,670
Posted By e.j.
That's great! They sound like keepers!:)

That's great! They sound like keepers!:)
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-21-2020, 03:58 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 5,318
Posted By e.j.
I could be wrong but I think it may have...

I could be wrong but I think it may have something to do with the fact that the vaccine is supposed to keep you from getting sick but they're not sure yet if it will keep vaccinated people from...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-18-2020, 10:24 AM
Replies: 247
Views: 5,318
Posted By e.j.
True but her job has to be one of the toughest,...

True but her job has to be one of the toughest, especially under the current circumstances. I don't know how nurses, doctors, ambulance personnel and other medical workers do their jobs and manage...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2020, 06:40 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 5,318
Posted By e.j.
That's got to be a huge relief for you - and even...

That's got to be a huge relief for you - and even more so when she gets the second shot! :hug:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-14-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 653
Posted By e.j.
Favorite Christmas Movie: A Christmas Story ...

Favorite Christmas Movie: A Christmas Story
Favorite Christmas Songs: "Mary Did You Know?" by Kathy Mattea, "Angels Among Us" by Alabama, "Oh, Holy Night" by Josh Groban, "Where Are You Christmas?"...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-01-2020, 08:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 642
Posted By e.j.
I agree with Snowmom and Blackcat - do what works...

I agree with Snowmom and Blackcat - do what works best for you. That said, you say that 12/24-1/2 would have worked better for you as well as all but one of your dc families. Is there a reason you...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-28-2020, 09:56 AM
Replies: 2,142
Views: 352,670
Posted By e.j.
I hope you enjoy your visit and that your sister...

I hope you enjoy your visit and that your sister gets the break she probably needs.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-25-2020, 06:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By e.j.
I don't go by a specific amount of time but when...

I don't go by a specific amount of time but when I get tired of having it laying around, I either toss the stuff or use it. Someone left a full pack of unopened diapers. I kept those and use them...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-23-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,695
Posted By e.j.
Yuck! My niece, who was enrolled in my dc, went...

Yuck! My niece, who was enrolled in my dc, went through a diaper-diving phase, too. I used to let her nap on my living room sofa until she smeared poop all over the back of it - the day after I had...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-23-2020, 02:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By e.j.
I'm excluding siblings, too, right now. I don't...

I'm excluding siblings, too, right now. I don't think you're being crazy. The case counts continue to rise and with some people being asymptomatic, it's hard to know if they have it or not without...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-17-2020, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
likethis

likethis
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2020, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
I think they do when they're followed. We had a...

I think they do when they're followed. We had a very high number of cases in the spring and with mandated mask wearing and lockdowns, the rates of Covid did come down quite a bit over the summer. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By e.j.
I think a lot may depend on the state you live...

I think a lot may depend on the state you live in. In my state, I had to close when one of my dc kids tested positive because he had been in my care during the 2 days before he first started to show...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2020, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
From what I see on the Johns Hopkins website...

From what I see on the Johns Hopkins website (https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/data/mortality), to date there have been 10,737,335 cases of Covid reported. There have been 244,332 deaths as a result of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-13-2020, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
Yes; I hope an effective and safe vaccine will...

Yes; I hope an effective and safe vaccine will come through soon. Things are looking good in that respect but it'll still be some time before it's ready and can then be distributed and administered...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-13-2020, 04:52 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
I'm sorry you're going through this. I hope you...

I'm sorry you're going through this. I hope you can stay safe.:hug:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-12-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,417
Posted By e.j.
I know kids playing outside can get loud and...

I know kids playing outside can get loud and occasional crying is to be expected with a large group but encouraging the kids to howl as loudly as they can and blasting music is a whole other thing....
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-06-2020, 09:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 423
Posted By e.j.
I use these for older kids:...

I use these for older kids:...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-28-2020, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
Yeah...this is why, when I have an appointment or...

Yeah...this is why, when I have an appointment or important plans that I can't be late for, I close an hour earlier than I really have to or I close for the entire day. I don't close early often but...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-28-2020, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 409
Posted By e.j.
What a cutie!! My dd's cat usually stays...

What a cutie!!

My dd's cat usually stays upstairs when day care kids are here. Once in awhile, he'll wander down during nap time to sniff the kids, roll on the floor next to them and then he...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-21-2020, 03:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,233
Posted By e.j.
When I was pregnant for the first time and...

When I was pregnant for the first time and closing in on my due date, I asked several friends how I'd know when I was in true labor. Their answer was always, "Oh, don't worry; you'll know!" Sure...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-14-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 398
Posted By e.j.
The name is cute and the logo is adorable. If...

The name is cute and the logo is adorable. If you like it, I'd say go with it.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-09-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 255,224
Posted By e.j.
There's one bullet dodged! Phew!:lol:

There's one bullet dodged! Phew!:lol:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-09-2020, 11:43 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 255,224
Posted By e.j.
That's called making lemonade out of lemons! :)

That's called making lemonade out of lemons! :)
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-09-2020, 11:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 716
Posted By e.j.
Teachers are no different from other working...

Teachers are no different from other working parents as far as I'm concerned. If they want me to hold their spot for them, they need to pay for it. I always tell them if they want a guarantee that...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-07-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
That's so frustrating! The nurse covering my...

That's so frustrating! The nurse covering my town didn't get back to me until after the last day of quarantine (14 days later) and then told me I only had to close for 5 days - not the full 14. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-06-2020, 03:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
I'm sorry you're going through this. Hopefully...

I'm sorry you're going through this. Hopefully you were able to get a reply from the DOH by now. Did DCM get her results back yet?
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2020, 06:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 751
Posted By e.j.
Oops!! I definitely misread that! :lol: I was...

Oops!! I definitely misread that! :lol: I was trying to read the comments and listen to something my husband was telling me at the same time. I've never been great at multitasking! :lol::o
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2020, 04:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 751
Posted By e.j.
I had just started to watch the news when I...

I had just started to watch the news when I posted so at least 5:45 here on the east coast. Footage was shown of him walking on his own from the helicopter to the medical center so it doesn't look...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2020, 03:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 751
Posted By e.j.
One of Blackcat's dcd's tested positive for...

One of Blackcat's dcd's tested positive for Covid.

News is now reporting Trump has been taken to Walter Reed Medical Center "out of an abundance of caution".
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-30-2020, 02:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 715
Posted By e.j.
So true.

So true.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-30-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
I'm sorry; I remember you saying this was one of...

I'm sorry; I remember you saying this was one of your greatest fears. I hope the fact that dcm does the drop off and pick ups will be enough to keep you and the others from getting the virus. I'm...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-29-2020, 09:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 715
Posted By e.j.
Now that the first debate is over, the question...

Now that the first debate is over, the question becomes, "Will anyone be watching the next 2 debates?":rolleyes: If this is the best the US has to offer, we're in trouble.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-29-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 715
Posted By e.j.
I plan to watch it but I'm not sure how long I...

I plan to watch it but I'm not sure how long I can listen and watch without wanting to tear my hair out.
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 09-25-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By e.j.
I did a quick Google search and found this:...

I did a quick Google search and found this: http://www.vacc.org/docs/laws/LAW-%20LPC%20Mandated%20Reporting%20.pdf Looks to me as though all child care providers are mandated reporters.

If I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-25-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 616
Posted By e.j.
Isn't that the truth?! lol

Isn't that the truth?! lol
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-25-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 616
Posted By e.j.
I tell parents that the dynamics can be very...

I tell parents that the dynamics can be very different at home and at day care. Until I'm comfortable that the child is fully potty trained at day care, he/she will have to wear either diapers or...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-23-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 658
Posted By e.j.
In my state, the guidelines are that if the child...

In my state, the guidelines are that if the child is Covid-19 positive or symptomatic and presumed to have it,
the child may not return to day care until he has been evaluated/tested by a health...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-23-2020, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 447
Posted By e.j.
I've always loved the Gyo Fujikawa books for...

I've always loved the Gyo Fujikawa books for their illustrations. Eric Carle board books are great. The books that are most popular here with the youngest kids are the books with photographs of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-22-2020, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 616
Posted By e.j.
If I think the kids are truly ready and I just...

If I think the kids are truly ready and I just want to make sure for a week or two before switching to underwear, I might ask the parents if they've considered switching to Pull Ups. I've never...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-22-2020, 04:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 616
Posted By e.j.
likethis I feel the same way. I don't like...

likethis I feel the same way. I don't like using Pull Ups until the child is in the home stretch of potty training - when they're just about fully trained but the risk of an accident is still there.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-19-2020, 11:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,353
Posted By e.j.
No - at least not until the sick child is tested...

No - at least not until the sick child is tested and found to be negative for COVID. Since you don't know yet if the sick child has COVID or not, the assumption has to be that he is positive and that...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-19-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
I may be jaded after doing day care for as long...

I may be jaded after doing day care for as long as I have been doing it but I would require a note from the doctor stating he was tested and the results were negative.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-19-2020, 10:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
No - at least not until the sick child is tested...

No - at least not until the sick child is tested and found to be negative for COVID. Since you don't know yet if the sick child has COVID or not, the assumption has to be that he is positive and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-18-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By e.j.
I'm so sorry! How sad for all involved. :hug: ...

I'm so sorry! How sad for all involved. :hug:

I wouldn't say anything to the other families without first checking with the parents of the baby to ask how/if they wanted me to handle it. I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-17-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 464
Posted By e.j.
It's ok to put your own health and wellbeing...

It's ok to put your own health and wellbeing first. Your coworkers are old enough (I assume) to care for themselves. If they are mistreated, overworked and suffering, they have the option to follow...
Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum! 09-17-2020, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 802
Posted By e.j.
I agree with everything CH said; she's definitely...

I agree with everything CH said; she's definitely not wrong about child care providers being unappreciated and underpaid.

As far as your question, "Should I stay?"... I would say, "Only if you...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-16-2020, 08:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
I think it's going to be quite a while before we...

I think it's going to be quite a while before we can treat this virus like the flu and before protocol can change. I'm ok with closing when I need to but I am concerned that it may become financially...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-16-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
I agree! The situation we have here began with...

I agree! The situation we have here began with one child who developed a fever and cough during the night. That child was called out sick the next day and subsequently was tested. The results were...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-16-2020, 10:30 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,418
Posted By e.j.
Hopefully, her older child will be ok and your dc...

Hopefully, her older child will be ok and your dc child will test negative. How are YOU feeling about the news?

I know in our case, the board of health nurse only wanted the names of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-11-2020, 03:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
I'm so sorry. I think one of the worst things...

I'm so sorry. I think one of the worst things about this virus is the number of people having to die alone because it's unsafe for family or friends to say their goodbyes.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-11-2020, 11:26 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
Exactly! I'm relieved to hear your dd has...

Exactly!

I'm relieved to hear your dd has tested negative each time - and that she's getting some bonding time with her rescue cats. (My dd has 2 rescue cats as well. One is a tuxedo cat who is...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2020, 08:18 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
likethis Err on the side of caution. It doesn't...

likethis Err on the side of caution. It doesn't kill me to wear a mask or socially distance. Not doing it could kill me or someone I love. It's an easy choice for me.


I'm with you! lol ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
I guess maybe I'm a fuddy-duddy, too, then. ...

I guess maybe I'm a fuddy-duddy, too, then.
When I reopened my day care, one of my dcds told me, "A few years from now, we're going to be looking back and shaking our heads saying, "We could have...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2020, 11:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
lovethis I wish more people thought the same.

lovethis
I wish more people thought the same.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
Thanks; we can use them! :) How's your dd...

Thanks; we can use them! :)
How's your dd doing? Unless I'm mistaken, I thought you had said she's a nurse working in a COVID unit - or is my memory off?
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2020, 11:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
Thanks, everyone. I'm not freaking out yet since...

Thanks, everyone. I'm not freaking out yet since I have no symptoms and my own family members haven't developed any so far. It is a concern for us, though. The guys are doing ok with it but my dd...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-09-2020, 07:56 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
Thanks, Annalee. I'm praying no one else here...

Thanks, Annalee. I'm praying no one else here gets it.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-09-2020, 06:36 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
Just had a day care parent call me today saying...

Just had a day care parent call me today saying her child tested positive. He's got a mild case - just cough and some congestion for now. Also got a call from the board of health telling me I need...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-08-2020, 08:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 758
Posted By e.j.
What an amazing view!

What an amazing view!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-08-2020, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 758
Posted By e.j.
Wow! That had to be scary to see such a big fire...

Wow! That had to be scary to see such a big fire so close to your home. I believe in miracles. I'm so glad you were granted one last night!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-05-2020, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 574
Posted By e.j.
Per EEC, parents are required to complete an...

Per EEC, parents are required to complete an "attestation" form stating their child doesn't have the typical symptoms of COVID, hasn't been given fever reducing meds and hasn't been exposed to anyone...
Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas 08-29-2020, 03:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,614
Posted By e.j.
Have you tried The Greek Gods Greek yogurt? I've...

Have you tried The Greek Gods Greek yogurt? I've tried several other Greek yogurts and can't stand the sour taste. Their container says, "All taste No tang" and it's true. GG yogurt doesn't have...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-28-2020, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
I've had the same problem with Elmer's only use...

I've had the same problem with Elmer's only use it rarely when we're making a paper craft. I usually use a glue stick or tacky glue. That stuff works great!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-25-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
...not to mention rude and totally unacceptable. ...

...not to mention rude and totally unacceptable. I don't term often but that dcd's response would earn him a termination letter. Wow! I love that you stood up to him and sent him home, though -...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-21-2020, 06:34 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,161
Posted By e.j.
Would it help if enough providers in your state...

Would it help if enough providers in your state gave feedback to your state's EEC commissioner? EEC here came up with new regs in response to the COVID threat but some of the regs weren't realistic...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-21-2020, 01:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,161
Posted By e.j.
This policy, as typed, makes sense to me. In...

This policy, as typed, makes sense to me.
In my state, it's not just staff that has to have background checks. All family members over 13 years of age who live in the house have to undergo a...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-19-2020, 07:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 628
Posted By e.j.
I usually try to model correct speech so I'll say...

I usually try to model correct speech so I'll say something like, "Oh! She's going to play with you? That's great to hear?", "Let's pick up our toys? What a good idea!" or "He ate his snack? He...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-06-2020, 04:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
I'm in MA, too. During the surge, my husband and...

I'm in MA, too. During the surge, my husband and I had gone out for groceries. While we were in the store, I looked for a card to sent to my stepmother who is in a nursing home to let her know we...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-29-2020, 09:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 654
Posted By e.j.
I haven't given it much thought since I don't...

I haven't given it much thought since I don't have any birthdays coming up until late fall but usually we have a low-key celebration. The birthday child gets to pick a book and small toy from the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-23-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,092
Posted By e.j.
When the governor of my state closed most day...

When the governor of my state closed most day cares here in March, I chose not to charge parents to hold their spots because I hadn't written anything into my handbook covering a pandemic scenario. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-22-2020, 04:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
I was just telling my son about this poll and he...

I was just telling my son about this poll and he told me one of his coworkers' daughter tested positive for COVID but was asymptomatic; her husband seriously ill and hospitalized with it but has...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-22-2020, 03:49 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,213
Posted By e.j.
The father of one of my dcds died and the...

The father of one of my dcds died and the grandfather of a friend passed away from complications caused by COVID.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-21-2020, 03:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By e.j.
I would think the face shield or even going...

I would think the face shield or even going without a mask if you're outside and can sit 6' away from the parents would work fine. I do like the virtual tour idea, though, too!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-18-2020, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 842
Posted By e.j.
Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-17-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 857
Posted By e.j.
I would also enforce a 14 day exclusion period.

I would also enforce a 14 day exclusion period.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-17-2020, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,191
Posted By e.j.
Another "yes". In my state, we're required to...

Another "yes". In my state, we're required to exclude a child under those circumstances.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-17-2020, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 842
Posted By e.j.
Hi Dolores, would you mind telling me more about...

Hi Dolores, would you mind telling me more about the fogger? I'm curious to know what brand you use, what you like about it, what you don't like about it, how easy it is to use and if it leaves any...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-16-2020, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 869
Posted By e.j.
It wasn't McDonald's, chicken nuggets or Kraft...

It wasn't McDonald's, chicken nuggets or Kraft Mac and Cheese so....;)
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-15-2020, 05:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 943
Posted By e.j.
I ask for lotion and a stick for the kids' faces....

I ask for lotion and a stick for the kids' faces. I'm not sure why but the kids tend to wiggle more when I use my hand to apply lotion to their faces and I'm always afraid of getting it in their...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-06-2020, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By e.j.
I'm still closed but am looking to reopen at the...

I'm still closed but am looking to reopen at the end of the month. I just interviewed a couple with a 9mo old. We all wore masks and sat out on my patio to talk. I let them take a quick look into...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-04-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,668
Posted By e.j.
I wear disposable masks when I go out to shop and...

I wear disposable masks when I go out to shop and they don't bother me at all.

If you're allergic to a lot of fabrics, could you make some cloth ones for yourself out of fabrics that you're not...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-02-2020, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By e.j.
:lol: Rough day? ;)

:lol: Rough day? ;)
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-02-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,668
Posted By e.j.
Providers here are required to wear masks during...

Providers here are required to wear masks during the day care day, inside and outside, when we can't keep a 6' distance from the kids. Kids 2 and older are encouraged, but not required, to wear...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-24-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 936
Posted By e.j.
Licensing here wouldn't be ok with me leaving the...

Licensing here wouldn't be ok with me leaving the kids outside to play while I ran in to use the bathroom. To be honest, I wouldn't feel comfortable doing it whether they approved or not. Licensing...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-24-2020, 02:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,276
Posted By e.j.
If the kids here don't sleep during nap time, I...

If the kids here don't sleep during nap time, I tell the non-napper he needs to rest his body until the other kids who usually nap fall asleep. If the non-napper is still awake at that point, I let...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-19-2020, 09:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,296
Posted By e.j.
I'd be concerned, too. I would ask the parents...

I'd be concerned, too. I would ask the parents if they've observed the things you've mentioned and if they haven't noticed it or they have and never mentioned it to their pediatrician, I would...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-19-2020, 05:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By e.j.
EEC here says, "If symptoms are observed, the...

EEC here says, "If symptoms are observed, the child may not attend child care and must return home immediately." so I've been wondering the same thing. Maybe ask the parents to get a doctor's note...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-11-2020, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 779
Posted By e.j.
I haven't had a problem recognizing a dcp yet but...

I haven't had a problem recognizing a dcp yet but I'm sure it'll happen to me one of these days. I have pulled a complete blank on the name of a dcp as I was trying to introduce her to newly...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-10-2020, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6,147
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 699,774
Posted By e.j.
I was thinking along the same lines only I'm...

I was thinking along the same lines only I'm stingier and would have handed her one pair of gloves instead of the whole box. lol I wouldn't be too happy about it though. Gloves are still...
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