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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-11-2021, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,300
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racemom
I would round it up to $30 increase, to help...I would round it up to $30 increase, to help recoup some you lost this year. I don't think that is too much, when you break it down it's only about $7 a week. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-29-2021, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,968
Posted By
racemom
I would tell her directly "since you are unable...I would tell her directly "since you are unable to follow my rules, all drop offs and pick ups must be done outside. Please text me upon arrival and I will meet you at the daycare room door." If... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-25-2020, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,372
Posted By
racemom
Our state requires ziplock bag, all clothes...Our state requires ziplock bag, all clothes soiled go in. We are not allowed to rinse soiled clothes, but if it is a hard poo I will dump it in toilet. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-03-2020, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,104
Posted By
racemom
Loving the drop off pick up at door. I no longer...Loving the drop off pick up at door. I no longer have to be an audience to babying, coddling, bribing of parents. The director meets them at door, takes childs temp, and brings them to our room. ... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-03-2020, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,790
Posted By
racemom
I went to a two day training program to introduce...I went to a two day training program to introduce it. Took info and books back to my boss. She asked how it was I told her overwhelming, and I gave her some examples of what we need to change/add. ... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-16-2020, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 111
Views: 6,465
Posted By
racemom
I am more interested in the antibody test to find...I am more interested in the antibody test to find out if I/others have had it. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-05-2020, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,178
Posted By
racemom
Agree. Once they are eating sitting up, we use...Agree. Once they are eating sitting up, we use open cups. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-27-2020, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,659
Posted By
racemom
Like anything else, there are good and bad...Like anything else, there are good and bad centers. I am lucky to work in a good center, we work on social and emotional needs of the children all the time. But not all teachers are good at working... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-17-2020, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,108
Posted By
racemom
I don't know what kind of centers you have worked...I don't know what kind of centers you have worked in, but I work in a privately owned small (50 max) and love it! We have smaller rooms, and more freedom to do our own planning. Our owner/director... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-27-2019, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,348
Posted By
racemom
I work in a center, and I think you are worrying...I work in a center, and I think you are worrying about nothing. I have worked with many different teachers, and you are not the first to look annoyed, even if the other teacher thinks it was at the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-06-2019, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,888
Posted By
racemom
This. And if they persist I would say I am not...This. And if they persist I would say I am not comfortable administering medicine. And keep repeating no matter what they say to try and talk you into it. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-06-2019, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,181
Posted By
racemom
Yes. I think they are checking...Yes. I think they are checking references/background and will be offering you a position if everything checks out! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-21-2019, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,305
Posted By
racemom
I have twelve 2 and 3 year olds. We do timed...I have twelve 2 and 3 year olds. We do timed centers. Each center is 10 minutes and then they clean up and everyone moves to next center. 2 per center, and depending on how it is going the get to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-11-2019, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,336
Posted By
racemom
Some kids are naturally more active then others....Some kids are naturally more active then others. One of the things we do is positive visual rules we talk about before breakfast everyday: We use walking feet inside, we can run when we go... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-10-2019, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,817
Posted By
racemom
I would not take it, if something happens to a...I would not take it, if something happens to a child while in care, you could be held responsible, because you knew it wasn't legal. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-06-2019, 08:41 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,824
Posted By
racemom
I work in a center with 2 and 3 year olds, so...I work in a center with 2 and 3 year olds, so lots of new potty training and trained. We have set times we go potty, and if we see anyone showing signs send them to go potty. We also have a small... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-07-2019, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,490
Posted By
racemom
If the reason these families don't have the...If the reason these families don't have the option to move with you is because you are taking under 3 only, tell them. I think you should give them two weeks, even of you have to take them with you... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-07-2019, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,539
Posted By
racemom
I usually act shocked and say in a stern voice,...I usually act shocked and say in a stern voice, We do not talk like that! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-05-2019, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,369
Posted By
racemom
We use pictures for our rules board,
Be...We use pictures for our rules board, Be nice to your friends Walking feet inside Listening ears Quiet voices Play together with friends and toys |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-31-2019, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,492
Posted By
racemom
We don't get an official break, but nap time is...We don't get an official break, but nap time is our time to relax. We stay in the room with the kids, but after cleaning room and toys, planning activities, we are free to do whatever. This is the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-02-2019, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,707
Posted By
racemom
I currently have 12 in my room 18 mo-4 years. ...I currently have 12 in my room 18 mo-4 years. All sleep in one big open room on cots. I do sit between some who have trouble going to sleep, but it never takes more than 20 minutes and everyone is... |
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Forum: Curriculum
12-11-2018, 07:57 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 7,073
Posted By
racemom
We did this today, and will use the cut out...We did this today, and will use the cut out centers as Christmas tree ornaments. You can also use toilet paper tubes and make snowmen, santa claus, trees anything. Egg cartons bells,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-08-2018, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,498
Posted By
racemom
I would tell mom on Monday you let her take the...I would tell mom on Monday you let her take the boots, because she was throwing a huge tantrum. I would also let mom know from now on anything in her cubby will be sent with the pick up person,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-05-2018, 07:43 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,679
Posted By
racemom
I was an infant room teacher for 8 years before...I was an infant room teacher for 8 years before moving to toddlers. 4 infants in a room is very manageable. They all are on their own schedule, which seems to work out. MarinaVanessa has given you... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-03-2018, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,327
Posted By
racemom
We have indoor:
Be nice to our friends ...We have indoor: Be nice to our friends Walking feet Quiet voices Listening ears Share our toys We also have a solution kit they use if having issues with friends: Say please stop |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-23-2018, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,373
Posted By
racemom
I started a program here that is called rooted in...I started a program here that is called rooted in relationships. It is based off the pyramid model social emotional training. We have a coach that comes in once a month to help us learn strategies... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-21-2018, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 52
Views: 3,224
Posted By
racemom
I probably wouldn't notice. I check my balance...I probably wouldn't notice. I check my balance daily to make sure I don't get overdrawn. But with all the things coming and going out of my account, I don't usually know what is in there exactly.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-18-2018, 11:58 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,032
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racemom
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-18-2018, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,032
Posted By
racemom
Work in a center in nebraska, and no the fire...Work in a center in nebraska, and no the fire marshall is always alone. What would be a reason for police to accompany him? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-06-2018, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By
racemom
Did you ask for the parents to contact you? ...Did you ask for the parents to contact you? Reading what you wrote her, I would possibly think you were letting the parents know what happened, and not looking to discuss it. But, you know the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-04-2018, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,301
Posted By
racemom
We have kitchen center ( which rotates things...We have kitchen center ( which rotates things available: dolls, restaurant supplies, ice cream shop, donut shop). Our other centers are: reading area, math area, science center, creative arts... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-03-2018, 01:02 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,499
Posted By
racemom
We always say another child. The way you worded...We always say another child. The way you worded it is the way we do it. Both children receive one, the biters says dcb but another child while playing. That way you have it documented that dcb is a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-28-2018, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,202
Posted By
racemom
Relax! Remember you are there for the kids, make...Relax! Remember you are there for the kids, make sure they have a great day and the parents will like you. When I first started the parents made me nervous, so I just focused on the kids and only... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-09-2018, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,864
Posted By
racemom
Agree. Only wanted to add, the daycare will know...Agree. Only wanted to add, the daycare will know it was you. If you think you want to work in daycare again you are not going to get a good reference from them. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-07-2018, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,691
Posted By
racemom
I would ask for a meeting with the director and...I would ask for a meeting with the director and tell her all your concerns. Bring the state regs with you to show her where you are not following state regs. Let her know your concerned about the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-22-2018, 12:30 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,646
Posted By
racemom
As long as you know the state ratios qnd the...As long as you know the state ratios qnd the director told you to follow those I would let it go. As long as you are not over state ratios, you are in complance |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2018, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,241
Posted By
racemom
Its ok if you struggle talking to the parents, as...Its ok if you struggle talking to the parents, as long as they see you are great with their child. I am also not great at talking to the parents, but remember as long as the babies are happy and you... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2018, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,268
Posted By
racemom
Is there place on your walmart order online to...Is there place on your walmart order online to start a return? I would do that and state never received. Otherwise dispute the charge on your cc. They will contact seller to prove why they should... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-17-2018, 12:04 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 6,206
Posted By
racemom
Yep!! Eat or don't, don't care either way. Just...Yep!! Eat or don't, don't care either way. Just wanted to add I have some of the best eaters here because of it. My current kids eat everything. If dcb says I don't like fish, I say thats to bad,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-06-2018, 07:01 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,605
Posted By
racemom
Each month for the daycare newsletter each...Each month for the daycare newsletter each teacher writes somethiing about their class. This seems like a great lesson for the parents as I am getting a younger group and have been worjing on... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-02-2018, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,783
Posted By
racemom
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-26-2018, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,718
Posted By
racemom
Can she do online training? I know the...Can she do online training? I know the university here offers a lot of webinars, that are easy to do at home. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-14-2018, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 3,026
Posted By
racemom
Not on food program, but we offer whole up to age...Not on food program, but we offer whole up to age 2 and 1% after. Have only had 1 parent request different said they were doing an elimination diet to find what was wrong with dck, and was told they... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2018, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 12,054
Posted By
racemom
I think people are interpreting OP differently, I...I think people are interpreting OP differently, I didn't think she wanted to hang out in the area, I thought she wanted to walk dck downstairs for drop off only and was told no she had to text 15... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2018, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 112
Views: 12,054
Posted By
racemom
I just wanted to say I love how we can have this...I just wanted to say I love how we can have this discussion about something a lot of us have different views on without anyone getting upset. Some message boards would have corroded into... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2018, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,398
Posted By
racemom
Free spirit publishing has a lit of good books on...Free spirit publishing has a lit of good books on manners, sharing and feelings. I use the board book mealtime for my toddlers. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2018, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 12,054
Posted By
racemom
I agree this is ideal. Everyone seems to think...I agree this is ideal. Everyone seems to think OP was planning on hanging out with the kids. My understanding was during drop off or pick up she asked to see the daycare space and was told she... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2018, 05:54 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 12,054
Posted By
racemom
But the OP asked to go down, and was told she...But the OP asked to go down, and was told she needed to text first. That is my concern, why wasn't she allowed to go down when she asked. If I have to text 15 minutes ahead of time to see the area,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-10-2018, 08:52 AM
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Replies: 112
Views: 12,054
Posted By
racemom
I disagree with nannyde on this. I have seen...I disagree with nannyde on this. I have seen numerous times where something has happened to a child in daycare and the provider was way over ratio and people says why would anyone take their child... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-08-2018, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,358
Posted By
racemom
Footprints on infants are easier than handprints....Footprints on infants are easier than handprints. There are lots of fun footprint ideas. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-23-2018, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By
racemom
2 year olds I just remind them we share toys. 4...2 year olds I just remind them we share toys. 4 year olds I would tell them nope, they are abc daycares toys, but we let you play with them. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2018, 07:45 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,477
Posted By
racemom
I am suppose to go this training sometime this...I am suppose to go this training sometime this summer, because it is tied in with baby doll circle time which I am interested in implementing. But I don't really know a lot about it. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2018, 07:41 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,672
Posted By
racemom
I am on a toddler room of 6- I have 2-18 months,...I am on a toddler room of 6- I have 2-18 months, 2-2 year olds, and 2-3 year olds. Toddlers her are 18 month-3 years so my 3 year olds could be in a group of 10, but my director believes in mixed... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-13-2018, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,652
Posted By
racemom
These are all great suggestions. When toys go in...These are all great suggestions. When toys go in mouths in my room 18 mo to 3 year olds, I have a bucket toys go in and nobody can play with them until after they are cleaned. I clean them during... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-13-2018, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,326
Posted By
racemom
This! If you cannot do this, as soon as he...This! If you cannot do this, as soon as he starts crying say to parents I'm sorry but I need to help Bobby right now and lead him away from the area even if it just across the room while explaining... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-07-2018, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 6,123
Posted By
racemom
I would think it would make it seem more homey. ...I would think it would make it seem more homey. Unless you are trying to project a school like environment, as a parent I would enjoy smelling home cooking. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-02-2018, 12:31 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,285
Posted By
racemom
I would tell the first family that due to...I would tell the first family that due to unforseen circumstances you need t withdraw your offer of enrollment. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-25-2018, 12:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,549
Posted By
racemom
Sounds like the best option is #1. Let the...Sounds like the best option is #1. Let the current families t know you love having their kids, but that it is not feasible for you to have spots open 3 days a week. I wouldn't offer them the full... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-16-2018, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,758
Posted By
racemom
I wouldn't say anything. As far as they have...I wouldn't say anything. As far as they have told you they gave notice on 4 year old, you replaced and nothing has changed. Now if they come back and want the spot, then you can tell them oh sorry... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-30-2018, 06:37 PM
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Replies: 86
Views: 9,600
Posted By
racemom
We have t-shirts with the daycare name/logo...We have t-shirts with the daycare name/logo printed on them. Different colors for the days of the week, so we all match each day. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-23-2018, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,247
Posted By
racemom
So let me see if I got this right:
School...So let me see if I got this right: School receives bomb threat. School has precautions in place, and believes they can keep kids safe. Parents don't trust school will keep them safe, so... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
03-22-2018, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 8,076
Posted By
racemom
No way would I accept my child being treated like...No way would I accept my child being treated like that. Until I saw the pics, I thought "things happen, and we can't prevent every little scratch" then I opened your link, Holy Cow that is more... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2018, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,128
Posted By
racemom
The daycare I work at has 1/2 price tuition for...The daycare I work at has 1/2 price tuition for staff. The kids do count in ratio, so they are taking available spots, but I also realize that most staff wouldn't be able to enroll their children at... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2018, 01:14 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,271
Posted By
racemom
I usually on do crafts one on one. During center...I usually on do crafts one on one. During center time one of my centers is a craft. But, I try to find things we can work on for more than one day. This week we are working on a spring rain craft.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-20-2018, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 111
Views: 52,402
Posted By
racemom
http://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-car...http://www.kansascity.com/news/business/health-care/article205880714.html Why vaccinations in child care are important. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2018, 12:33 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,426
Posted By
racemom
I would remove him from the table, and let him...I would remove him from the table, and let him know he may rejoin the group when he is ready to sit nicely. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-16-2018, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,994
Posted By
racemom
I always reply nope, it's the daycares, and miss...I always reply nope, it's the daycares, and miss director is nice enough to let us play with them. If we cannot share and be nice to them I will have to give them to miss director to share with... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-11-2018, 03:16 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,623
Posted By
racemom
I am a lot like you in my approach. I do...I am a lot like you in my approach. I do calendar time with my 18 mos-3 year olds (gasp, how inappropriate!), because they enjoy it! It also helps them to know when something is happening which... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2018, 08:04 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,932
Posted By
racemom
I have been on it for several years, and it has...I have been on it for several years, and it has made me a better person. Before I had terrible panic attacks, general anxiety disorder, social anxiety, and had gotten to the point of not leaving my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-06-2018, 04:14 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,515
Posted By
racemom
This Is me. And when they ask what I am eating I...This Is me. And when they ask what I am eating I tell them my snack. Which is true, it just isn't healthy like theirs. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-03-2018, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,286
Posted By
racemom
This! I work with toddlers and this is how I...This! I work with toddlers and this is how I handle it. My mommy, my mommy, I say yes we all have mommy's. I do it, I do it. Miss racemom will do it. It's mine it's mine. I say no it's the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-25-2018, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,331
Posted By
racemom
If you really want to stay, I would immediately...If you really want to stay, I would immediately inform the director what happened and why and voice your concern of the ratio numbers, I don't know why you are short staffed by I would let him/her... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-21-2018, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,946
Posted By
racemom
I am a mom and a toddler teacher, and I say that...I am a mom and a toddler teacher, and I say that is a stupid rule. We have non-moms as teachers who are awesome with kids. I have also seen moms that I would not trust my child with. I would... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2018, 07:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,413
Posted By
racemom
Everytime you hear someone whine, tell them we...Everytime you hear someone whine, tell them we don't whine at daycare. If it continues i would lead them away from the group saying you must need some time to sit and think about how to nicely ask... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-13-2018, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,007
Posted By
racemom
I would at least contact your local police...I would at least contact your local police department and tell them what happened. Let them know you are afraid of retaliation, and ask if they could send a cruiser by when in the area to watch for... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-04-2018, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,303
Posted By
racemom
On the application I would state center was...On the application I would state center was closed, which is true. Have you talked to the new owner to see if she has any positions at either daycare available? If she is bringing staff from... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-29-2017, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,182
Posted By
racemom
Your area looks great to me. My only question is...Your area looks great to me. My only question is the Lysol can by the changing table. Is that ok with state regulations? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-25-2017, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,418
Posted By
racemom
Ok thanks. I was just wondering, because if I...Ok thanks. I was just wondering, because if I was missing something I wanted to re-examine our procedure. Better to practice the way it would be, then have them not know what to do in a true... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-23-2017, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,418
Posted By
racemom
What part of our emergency evacuation plan do you...What part of our emergency evacuation plan do you see as not possible in a true emergency? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-21-2017, 09:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,648
Posted By
racemom
My son was 7 before he stayed dry consistently...My son was 7 before he stayed dry consistently all night. We just used pull ups and called them nighttime underwear. No big deal, he was a sound sleeper and never woke up to go. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-21-2017, 09:19 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 4,418
Posted By
racemom
We do fire drills without any advance warning or...We do fire drills without any advance warning or prepping. All of my kids(2 and 3 year olds) know when the alarm sounds exactly what to do. The director goes straight to baby room to help evacuate... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-20-2017, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,736
Posted By
racemom
I work in a small center, and we are completely...I work in a small center, and we are completely screen free, and new kids just need time to adjust. None of the kids who have been here long term miss it. And yes, I go to work when I am not... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-19-2017, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,081
Posted By
racemom
I have a 2 1/2 yo dcg, mom does everything for...I have a 2 1/2 yo dcg, mom does everything for her. I honestly think if it was up to mom she would stay here and follow dcg around doing things for her all day. Dcg doesn't talk or move when mom is... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-05-2017, 04:21 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,564
Posted By
racemom
My favorite CDs for movement is Jim Gill does...My favorite CDs for movement is Jim Gill does do,re,me on his toe,leg, knee. And Steve and Greg's kids in action |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-04-2017, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 5,506
Posted By
racemom
If you honestly don't feel safe, I would pull...If you honestly don't feel safe, I would pull immediately. But if the cupcake incident is the only one, I think there is probably a good explanation for it. Have you considered maybe the teachers... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-19-2017, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,679
Posted By
racemom
I had one done 2 years ago. After my first...I had one done 2 years ago. After my first mammogram ever. I was so scared, but there was no pain, laying on my stomach for the duration was the worst part of it. My results also came back... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-17-2017, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By
racemom
I have some rubber grips under my reclining...I have some rubber grips under my reclining couches in my living room because I have hardwood floors, and they would slide against the wall every time we,sat on them. They are rubber disks that have... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-05-2017, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,995
Posted By
racemom
It is sad. I truly believe there is a place for...It is sad. I truly believe there is a place for both centers and home-based daycares. My state is expecting more and more out of the teachers at centers, I have been working at the same center... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-05-2017, 03:06 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,687
Posted By
racemom
I did the kindness elves last year. Didn't use...I did the kindness elves last year. Didn't use the real elves, bought a boy and girl ornament at target. But there are things you can print off for ideas on the internet. It is about showing... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-22-2017, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,834
Posted By
racemom
You have gotten good advice here. You need to...You have gotten good advice here. You need to learn more about the staff before making a decision. As far as all these job titles, do you know what their pay is? Sometimes job titles are only that,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-13-2017, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,171
Posted By
racemom
Dad may want to meet with you so when they go to...Dad may want to meet with you so when they go to court he knows who the daycare provider is, and he is involved in the child's life. If you think about it, how does it look to the judge if dad... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-01-2017, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,775
Posted By
racemom
I would send her a message:
Hey DCM, I...I would send her a message: Hey DCM, I noticed you forgot to drop off your payment for next week. As per our contract, please remember to include the late payment fee of $40 when you bring it... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-31-2017, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,687
Posted By
racemom
I would like my local stores to stay open later...I would like my local stores to stay open later than 9:00 p.m. on nights that I would like to shop later, I also need our courthouse to stay open until 6 several times a year so I can renew license... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-30-2017, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,071
Posted By
racemom
A lot can change in 7 months. Someone may leave...A lot can change in 7 months. Someone may leave your care for any reason, and you will have an opening. I would wait until closer to the time you need the spot and then decide what works best for... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2017, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,688
Posted By
racemom
It's hard when a parent complains about something...It's hard when a parent complains about something you feel responsible. I would just double check her diaper and wipe her face right before expected pick-up and move on. It is a very small thing,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-10-2017, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,649
Posted By
racemom
I work in a small center, with 2 year olds. Our...I work in a small center, with 2 year olds. Our day looks like this: 730-830 free play during arrival 830-850 clean up, wash, calender, weather 850-920 snack, wash, potty and diapers 920-950... |
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
08-04-2017, 02:36 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,029
Posted By
racemom
We have a policy that to get seconds you need to...We have a policy that to get seconds you need to try a bite of everything. The only exception we ever made was boy who threw up when he ate pudding. I think it was a texture issue, but if he put... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-21-2017, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,998
Posted By
racemom
I would have individual meetings with all staff,...I would have individual meetings with all staff, and explain what you are doing and why. AND let them know if they have any issues with it they are to come to you, and not complain to each other.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-17-2017, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,144
Posted By
racemom
Yes!! I have a 2 1/2 year old who is fairly new...Yes!! I have a 2 1/2 year old who is fairly new to my room. First two weeks, I'm thinking shes an easy one listens well, does what asked, picked up on routine easily. Now, she never stops... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-14-2017, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,752
Posted By
racemom
Could you get a few weekend care kids and take...Could you get a few weekend care kids and take your days off during the week. Try to have the same days off as dh, and that can be your family time. |