Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
06-11-2013, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,153
Would You Do Daycare Pictures?
Hi there Everyone, I am almost done transitioning my daycare into a full time photography business! I am so excited! I would like some opinions on targeting in-home daycares.....
1. Do you do...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2013, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,631
Daycare Pictures
Hi there Ladies, I am almost done transitioning my daycare into a full time photography business! I am so excited! I would like some opinions.....
1. Do you do "school" pictures with your kids?...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-28-2013, 09:55 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,267
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-26-2013, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,267
Closing Shop to Open.....
My full photography business! So excited getthing my portfolio together and what not!!!!! Daycare has been a great adventure, but I have learned that photographing children is much more fun than...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 06:29 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,122
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2013, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,122
MN Ladies.....Facebook Group?
Any Mn ladies belong to a facebook group for providers? If not, I would be happy to start one if there is any interest!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-10-2012, 08:25 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,877
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
10-25-2012, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,958
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-25-2012, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,420
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-25-2012, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,420
A 15 Month Old Boy Who Cries ALL THE TIME
So, I am trying to figure out discipline with this child that is both age appropriate and effective, I have tried EVERYTHING PEOPLE. I MEAN EVERYTHING...the positive discipline thing read many...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2012, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,369
That's nice to have. I have parents the same...
That's nice to have. I have parents the same way. They are pretty casual and actually want their kids to get colds and what not so they are hopefully healthier later. BUT< this stuff (HFM), is...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2012, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,369
YES! This is what is going around. Docs are...
YES! This is what is going around. Docs are saying it is insane this summer. I had 2 kids get it (NOT FROM MY HOUSE), while they were each on vacation (gone for 2 weeks). They ended up with the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2012, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,741
Help With 3 Year Olds
IT is so funny because every new age group is new for me. My crew of little ones are starting to turn 3 in the next few months starting with my son recently.
I am just looking for any advice you...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-20-2012, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 7,472
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-20-2012, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,690
Helping Lonliness....
Hi there,
Today I am having a tough day....sometimes it is just so lonley talking to toddlers all day. What are you tactics to help lonliness...?
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-12-2012, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,425
Is she ready for potty training???
Hi there,
So, I have my own son who is potty training so I only have experience potty training him. Funny, I know! But, I have a DCG that has dry diapers for hours and then suddenly it will be...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-05-2012, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,748
Kids SICK A Lot This Year
Anyone else having this problem with their group...I have kids that have been sick constantly. My mom said her doctor told her there is a virus going around lasts about 6 weeks.....
Any tips? I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-29-2011, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 969
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-12-2011, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,016
Sometimes you can term a child...
Sometimes you can term a child mutually...meaning, sit with the mother and come out with a "behavior improvement plan." If by your suggested date, this behavior does not improve, then you and mom...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-12-2011, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,368
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-28-2011, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,984
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-02-2011, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,928
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-27-2011, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,365
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Forum: Forms - Uploads
10-27-2011, 05:58 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 5,463
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-27-2011, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,365
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-21-2011, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,946
What Is With The Colds Already???
Already (since July), I have had four colds that each have lasted three weeks.....I consider myself very paranoid about spreading colds and washing hands, but this year I can't seem to get rid of...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-19-2011, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,027
Thanks, Will do and I have tried to make to...
Thanks, Will do and I have tried to make to whole process as positive as possible. We reward the accomplishments and if there is an accident, I tend to make no big deal about it. It is just so...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-19-2011, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 4,945
I admire all of you ladies that are OCD...I am...
I admire all of you ladies that are OCD...I am ADHD and everything is so overwhelming some days...I can keep up one day and the next I have clutter and messes everywhere......I wish I had some sort...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-19-2011, 07:29 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,027
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-18-2011, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,301
[QUOTE=thecrazyisout;155644]I am a former HR...
[QUOTE=thecrazyisout;155644]I am a former HR person, and I am curious why we don't consider contracting their work out and they can worry about paying taxes, etc. Maybe this is something Tom can...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-18-2011, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,301
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-18-2011, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,504
Interactive and/or Exercise DVD Recommendations???
Hi there,
since winter is approaching quicker than we like, I am looking for more activities to keep the kids moving even while we are inside....I thought if I could find some good DVD's, this may...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-06-2011, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,214
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-06-2011, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,075
Books and Links
Here is a link to the forums..
http://www.babywhispererforums.com/index.php?topic=164027.0
and I think you can find the title of her books.
I have been doing this with my new infant for two...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-04-2011, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,075
The babywhisperer has several books out and one...
The babywhisperer has several books out and one of my parents used it prior to having their children in my care. It is Eat Activity Sleep Yourself time. It guess it helps with a routine...... I Was...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-04-2011, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 5,075
E.A.S.Y. Method
Hi there,
Anyone every use the easy method with their infants? I have a new three month old that does not use this and is not on a schedule. If you have used it, what are your thoughts and...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-22-2011, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,966
Those With Kindergarteners And Bus Stop
Hi there,
Do you all let the kinders walk to the bus stop with out you? I like how meeting them and dropping them off gets us away from the house more, but in MN, I don't think that will fly when...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-07-2011, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,124
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-07-2011, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,124
Working on Developing Speech for Child
Hi there,
I have a child that has a minor delay in his speech. Looking for suggestions on how I can help him and work with him through out the day. He isn't to the point where he should be...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,779
After time, they also realize that it isn't as...
After time, they also realize that it isn't as much fun to be up with you and start making the connection that physical retaliation = time away from play with the other kids. This won't happen until...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,779
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,549
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,779
I have to disagree with this.....Sorry, but...
I have to disagree with this.....Sorry, but children that young are not biting out of resentment towards someone..they have a lack of communication which they are trying to hurdle. So, I would not...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 10:16 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,329
I bought a small parachute from discount school...
I bought a small parachute from discount school supply for 15 bucks, and they love shaking it to make noise,...It is great in the winter when you are trying to get some energy out....they mostly like...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-24-2011, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,426
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-17-2011, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,439
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-17-2011, 11:16 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,024
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-17-2011, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 11,761
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2011, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,484
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2011, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,992
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2011, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,036
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2011, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,484
Clean Up Time....Taking So Long!
So, I have tried everything and my 2 boys can not focus on cleaning...they have realized that cleanup is before lunch..which is before quiet/nap time...so, they have linked taking a long time to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2011, 05:09 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,439
Filing for a Variance in MN
Hi there,
For those of you in MN, how easy is this? Mine would be for 4 wks (temporary). Any idea on what the process is like and tips?
Thanks!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 7,295
Also, I don't mean this to be a thread to...
Also, I don't mean this to be a thread to complain...I really want it to be constructive and thoughtful if you could! I think you all have some of the best input, but some outside readers my think...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 7,295
What Do Parents NOT Know About You..
I am wondering what you think parents should know about you, but don't. Or those things you do for their children that they would never realize you do constantly for their child...
Mine is....I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,681
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,371
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,397
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,007
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-04-2011, 10:35 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,753
ADDING Part Timer..Need Help Hashing Out Details
Hi there,
I am adding a part-timer, but they need flexibility. Most days would be three days a week, but other weeks would be 2-5 depending on her mother's availability....this is what I am...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,246
That's why I feel so terrible, because I felt...
That's why I feel so terrible, because I felt like I should trust them, and come to find out I couldn't. I feel like I knew that deep down, but thought we could try it. I guess it becomes trial and...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,653
I totally understand this and it is my own...
I totally understand this and it is my own opinion as well, and I usually felt this way until my own 2 yo began to do this! I feel like the parent that doesn't know how to control their child in...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,246
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,246
Ugh...Why Are Boys So Destructive
Hi there,
So DK Boys (5 YO) are so destructive and I can't seem to get it through their heads that they need to respect other people's things. I just started DK at the beginning of the year and...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,554
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2011, 05:26 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 5,653
2 Year Olds And Circle Time
Hi there....
Curious to know tactics to help younger children stay focused during circle time. My own 2 year old is having problems at gymnastics and not wanting to sit and listen to the teacher....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-15-2011, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,414
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2011, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,291
Heck yes you should send them an invoice...and...
Heck yes you should send them an invoice...and another...and anothere....along with your policies saying you could persue this in a legal manner. Don't let them walk all over you like that. You...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2011, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 5,763
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2011, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,551
Add the experience before you were home. I used...
Add the experience before you were home. I used to be in HR as my "career" job before I decided to do this. If you like, finish it up and I can look at it...sometimes it is the way you word things...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-02-2011, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
Thanks so much for the advice. It is helpful. ...
Thanks so much for the advice. It is helpful. Sounds like I am on the right track. Currently we are having mom give a quick hug and kiss, say good bye and then off she goes...I think it will work,...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-02-2011, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,679
New Child Crying When Mom Drops Off
Hi there,
I have an 18 month old who cries everytime mom drops them off.....Mom says he has been doing this since he was 6 months old. I would like some suggestions to see if we can "cure" this...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-27-2011, 08:20 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,106
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-27-2011, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 6,742
OMG...Just Stepped On Lego...
:eek:I MY GOSH! I stepped on a lego this morning and curled up in a ball in pain for about ten minutes. I usually have tennis shoes on during the day because of Plantar Fasciitis (SP?), but the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-23-2011, 04:40 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 9,554
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-11-2011, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,543
Helper Pay..Responsibilities And Hours Too!
Hi there,
I am considering a helper this summer since all my kids will be here full time. I have a few qeustions for you?
How many hours are your helpers with you per week?
How much do you...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-09-2011, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 8,242
Child Spills Drink EVERY DAY...
:)Hi all! It's been a while since i have been on! It has been crazy busy in my home lately and I still have the same amount of children!
So I have a 4.5 yo boy who spills his milk EVERY...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-27-2011, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,300
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-17-2011, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,840
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-15-2011, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,833
Bouncy House??
Do any of you have a bouncy house for out doors? What are your thoughts behind them. I do not have a swing set, so looking for an easy activity for outside when they need to burn energy.....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-14-2011, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,228
So, please clarify...they want to unionize...
So, please clarify...they want to unionize providers so I can collectively bargain with myself?? I am the only employee of my business. Do I complain to myself that I don't provide myself medical...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-14-2011, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,315
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-14-2011, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 5,921
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-14-2011, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,801
Number 2
SIGH###, every day child waits until their diaper is clean, lays down for nap, then goes number 2...some days it doesn't bother me because I have learned to time it will I am preparing the other...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-13-2011, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,799
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-13-2011, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,799
Dieting
I hate it.......my vent for the day I guess.....I feed the kids healthy meals generally, so I should eat more healthy too, right? I do generally, but still have those cravings....
It is so much...
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Forum: Book Club - Reviews / Suggestions
04-13-2011, 10:42 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,203
First thing that comes to mind....for now:
...
First thing that comes to mind....for now:
Mayday to the Rescue...I have gone through three of these...the kids read it over and over and over...it is pop up, so you cant leave it with a toddler...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-13-2011, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,144
I am planning to raise rates as well. I am...
I am planning to raise rates as well. I am increasing my current families slightly, and then any new families will be the most current rate which I compare to area providers.....(I get this one my...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-13-2011, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,650
I just hide things in foods that the children...
I just hide things in foods that the children LOVE...I also serve them as a side to make sure they know to try somethings new....For example, in my spaghetti, I puree butternut squash into the sauce,...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-12-2011, 10:26 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,228
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-12-2011, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,175
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-12-2011, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,228
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-11-2011, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,787
First Summer Outside!!!!
So, I had been in the corporate world for about 8 years, and I always missed this time of year when the weather turned beautiful...I am so happy to be outside more and loving it...I think I need to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-11-2011, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 7,460
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-11-2011, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 8,421
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-08-2011, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,837
Considering Adding Two More...
Hi All! I have been with four DCK's for a few months now along with my son..I feel like I am in a groove now and thinking about adding one-two more....any advice? Or, do you think once a newbies...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-08-2011, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,978
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-08-2011, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,978
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Forum: Book Club - Reviews / Suggestions
04-07-2011, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 6,823
I did not know this. I just finished the...
I did not know this. I just finished the positive discipline book for the first three years and I love it. The preschoolers one is next. I will look it up! Thanks for the info!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-06-2011, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,127
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