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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-26-2015, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,883
Posted By
akpayne
The child was a biter and it didn't stop until...The child was a biter and it didn't stop until parents intervened? The centre didn't have a problem with it, the parents of the child being bit? That seems untrue to me and probably the real reason... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-05-2014, 09:52 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,102
Posted By
akpayne
Exactly this. Your daughter has gone from one on...Exactly this. Your daughter has gone from one on one interaction to a group atmosphere. She is not the only one with wants/ needs and she needs to learn that. Manners can never be taught too early |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-03-2014, 04:19 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,823
Posted By
akpayne
I'm willing to work with any child, as long as...I'm willing to work with any child, as long as the parents are 100% backing me up. This dcm doesn't sound like she's willing to do that, so I would probably put the child on probation pending... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-03-2014, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 808,881
Posted By
akpayne
My own 3 year old has a closet full of nice...My own 3 year old has a closet full of nice clothes and insist on wearing one of 2 batman shirts every day.... I pick my battles :) |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2014, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,207
Posted By
akpayne
I understand you are just posting here, but be...I understand you are just posting here, but be careful about adding to the rumour mill. It discredits your professionalism. Concentrate on running your own centre well |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2014, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,050
Posted By
akpayne
I can have 5 kids, I opened with one family with...I can have 5 kids, I opened with one family with 3 kids. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-24-2014, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,004
Posted By
akpayne
I would tell them. That is no appropriate...I would tell them. That is no appropriate language for a 3 yo and parents need to be cautious of the fact he is obviously repeating words |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2014, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,083
Posted By
akpayne
I'm sorry I find her excuse of too long topic...I'm sorry I find her excuse of too long topic title a cop-out. This op has posted many times before and I worry about her competence to care for this child and deal with the parents appropriately. I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2014, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,083
Posted By
akpayne
The fact that you needed to be told not to refer...The fact that you needed to be told not to refer to this child as "down syndrome baby" really concerns me. I hope you will be more tactful when dealing with this child's family. I currently care for... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
05-10-2014, 07:34 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 10,774
Posted By
akpayne
It's lovely that you like her so much, but its...It's lovely that you like her so much, but its not really your business why she is closing. 2 weeks is standard. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-08-2014, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 4,173
Posted By
akpayne
In the winter we go out 2x a week to playgroups...In the winter we go out 2x a week to playgroups and library. In the summer, we go out almost everyday. We do long nature walks, park, splash pad or beach. I like to get out and stay busy makes the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-29-2014, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,533
Posted By
akpayne
Exactly this! I also have two young children, a...Exactly this! I also have two young children, a full house all day and manage to make healthy tasty meals everyday. A little organization goes a long way. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-28-2014, 09:54 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,533
Posted By
akpayne
I cook everything from scratch. I'm sorry, but...I cook everything from scratch. I'm sorry, but I'm pretty appalled by the things you listed that you serve. I believe in clean, nutritious meals to balance our minds and body and I would never serve... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-06-2014, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,172
Posted By
akpayne
Thanks! Will check them out when I'm off my mobileThanks! Will check them out when I'm off my mobile |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-06-2014, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,172
Posted By
akpayne
Pregnant ProvidersThose of you currently expecting or past, how much time did you take off? We are planning to expand our family and I'm trying to sort out the details in my head. I have 5 dck 3 and under and 2 of my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-26-2013, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,928
Posted By
akpayne
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-24-2013, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 7,523
Posted By
akpayne
Good for you for standing up for yourself!...Good for you for standing up for yourself! Hopefully this is a wake up call for this woman to get her act together |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-24-2013, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,642
Posted By
akpayne
Im very laid back about birthdays. Usually make...Im very laid back about birthdays. Usually make something for lunch I know birthday child really likes and a special treat for afternoon snack. |
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
07-22-2013, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 6,071
Posted By
akpayne
this week
Monday- Vegetable Primavera and...this week Monday- Vegetable Primavera and fresh buns Tuesday- Chicken and veggie kabobs Wednesday- Ham and cheese omelettes and fruit salad Thursday- Homemade Meatballs and wild rice |
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
07-10-2013, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,978
Posted By
akpayne
I use sandwich maker. less mess to clean up and...I use sandwich maker. less mess to clean up and soo yummy! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-15-2013, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,887
Posted By
akpayne
I do sandwiches 1x a week...we head to library...I do sandwiches 1x a week...we head to library story time one day a week and by the time we get back, kids are starved and it is easy to have prepared before hand.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-10-2013, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 81
Views: 11,437
Posted By
akpayne
I love my own childrens names
My dd is...I love my own childrens names My dd is Peyton and my ds is Wyatt...if we have a third, I love Holden for a boy and Aubrey for a girl |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-04-2013, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,375
Posted By
akpayne
I dont allow drop off after 9am. It disrupts the...I dont allow drop off after 9am. It disrupts the other kids and gets us out of our routine. Also, I have activities and field trips planned. I don't have time to wait around for people to wake up! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-12-2013, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,183
Posted By
akpayne
good for you! you should be compensated for...good for you! you should be compensated for opening earlier |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2013, 10:06 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 4,767
Posted By
akpayne
I would put them on probabtion. Tell them exactly...I would put them on probabtion. Tell them exactly why- the disrespect and rudeness youve recieved from grandma. Have them deal with her and if it doesnt change, term them....a paycheck isnt worth it |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
02-15-2013, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 5,801
Posted By
akpayne
My dd is 4.5 and is just starting to read. Ive...My dd is 4.5 and is just starting to read. Ive been told by her teachers and specialists that she is advanced. Therefore, no I dont think a 3.5 yo is delayed...where did you even get such an idea??... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-14-2013, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 5,342
Posted By
akpayne
Ive done it once and it was awful. I ended up...Ive done it once and it was awful. I ended up terming them after they failed to pay again that week. I learned my lesson on that one :( |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-07-2013, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,940
Posted By
akpayne
I am open 7:00-6:00pm but I only work 8-5 which...I am open 7:00-6:00pm but I only work 8-5 which is what I plan to change my hours to in the spring. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-07-2013, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,829
Posted By
akpayne
I have 5 dc and my own 2. all under 4 yo. That is...I have 5 dc and my own 2. all under 4 yo. That is more than enough! LOL |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-31-2012, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,082
Posted By
akpayne
when dcm works late, is dcd with her? i ask...when dcm works late, is dcd with her? i ask because i have a dcg whose mom also works late hours...when dcd is with her, he lets her eat junk and stay up all night watching tv...then when she gets to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-31-2012, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,564
Posted By
akpayne
if you compromise your hours this time, whats...if you compromise your hours this time, whats going to stop from doing it again, and again, and again? you are just going to burn out that way...i use to be open to 6pm and hated it...changed my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-28-2012, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,816
Posted By
akpayne
no I dont. i think its a little ridiculous to say...no I dont. i think its a little ridiculous to say that they cant come to daycare because they MIGHT get sick. if theres no symptoms that a) are contagious to myself and other children or b) causes... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-28-2012, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,099
Posted By
akpayne
yup! i wore my own ds until he was walking and i...yup! i wore my own ds until he was walking and i love wearing dck as well. at that young age, they need to feel skin-to-skin contact and imo that is the best way and still allows hands free to help... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-21-2012, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,670
Posted By
akpayne
we played outside in the snow this morning. while...we played outside in the snow this morning. while i made lunch, kids watched rudolph and after lunch treat was chocolate-peanut butter balls. after nap, we are going to decorate gingerbread men and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-21-2012, 11:33 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,731
Posted By
akpayne
i have a dcm who texts me every friday asking how...i have a dcm who texts me every friday asking how much she owes! lol i dont mind, id rather that than not gettting paid |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-21-2012, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 7,687
Posted By
akpayne
I have been pleasantly surpised today with all...I have been pleasantly surpised today with all the nice gifts I have recieved. beautiful candles, bubble bath, yummy chocolates and some very generous gift cards. The best gift was a beautiful letter... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-11-2012, 11:04 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,264
Posted By
akpayne
Sorry but I dont really blame the parents...it...Sorry but I dont really blame the parents...it was nice of you to let them know before you found a job but they have to look out for themselves and their child. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-27-2012, 10:02 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,320
Posted By
akpayne
younger ones in PNP
older ones on cots. they...younger ones in PNP older ones on cots. they all go up while im making lunch and come back down after nap. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-12-2012, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,722
Posted By
akpayne
under 18 months- $30/day up to and including 9...under 18 months- $30/day up to and including 9 hours. after that, $5/hr. over 18 months- $25/day up to and including 9 hours. after that, $5/hr. this is standard for my area. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-02-2012, 12:47 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,811
Posted By
akpayne
My goodness that is a looooooong day! How do you...My goodness that is a looooooong day! How do you manage that with personal/family time? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-02-2012, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,894
Posted By
akpayne
I charge $25/ day up to and including 9 hours for...I charge $25/ day up to and including 9 hours for children 18months+. AFter 9 hours, I charge $5/ hr. Under 18 months, I charge $30/day. This is very standard for my area. I am approx. 3 hours... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-02-2012, 11:27 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,811
Posted By
akpayne
I dont have set hours. All my DCP have contracted...I dont have set hours. All my DCP have contracted hours. However, I do not start before 7am and I dont work past 6pm. My daily rate is based on 9 hours. They are free to come and go within 9 hours.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-18-2012, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,260
Posted By
akpayne
I wish sometimes I could charge based on parents...I wish sometimes I could charge based on parents behavior!! LOL I have some who are doozys...love the kids, cant stand the parents. In a dream world huh?..... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-18-2012, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,869
Posted By
akpayne
I clean my floors every day after my DCK leave. I...I clean my floors every day after my DCK leave. I do dishes everyday before DCK arrive and during nap. I clean my bathrooms and dust every other day. Laundry is done everday, I throw a load in before... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-11-2012, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 3,405
Posted By
akpayne
sounds like excess lipase- milk needs to be...sounds like excess lipase- milk needs to be scalded before freezing. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-10-2012, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 85
Views: 16,145
Posted By
akpayne
I dont know maybe Im in the minority here but if...I dont know maybe Im in the minority here but if you are requiring parents to pack a lunch it seems a little hypocritical to then turn around and make a decision about what is or is not appropriate.... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-31-2012, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,419
Posted By
akpayne
How Do You Transition?So far all the kids I watch have been in a daycare before, and have adjusted beautifully. Ive been lucky. I have a little guy starting monday who at 23 months has never really been away from mom and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-28-2012, 04:54 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,476
Posted By
akpayne
that has to be a typo! im thinking she meant to...that has to be a typo! im thinking she meant to put $100- How could one possibly live on $10? I spend more than that in one day... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-25-2012, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,479
Posted By
akpayne
Thank you- good tips to remember. I guess Im just...Thank you- good tips to remember. I guess Im just gonna keep plugging away and hope things work out |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-25-2012, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,479
Posted By
akpayne
So Frustrated!I am just so frustrated- I am advertising like crazy. I had a bunch of calls, a couple great interviews (I thought they were great) and no call-backs. I don't know what else I should be doing. I have... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-15-2012, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,685
Posted By
akpayne
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-02-2012, 04:28 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,094
Posted By
akpayne
thanks everyone! i never thought about having ONE...thanks everyone! i never thought about having ONE person responsible, but that does make the most sense :) I will discuss further with DCM when she is here next week....I just want to set up a system... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-01-2012, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,094
Posted By
akpayne
New Advice on Divorced DCPSo just interviewed the cutest little DCB to start part time. He seems great. Problem is parents are going through a divorce. Dad left mom, got someone else pregnant and is marrying her. ouch. Mom is... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-19-2012, 06:10 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,423
Posted By
akpayne
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-18-2012, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,851
Posted By
akpayne
WOW.
I can't believe this woman. She needs...WOW. I can't believe this woman. She needs you to text her to remind her to pay? How ridiculous. I wouldnt be backing down, Id be making her pay the late fee. She seems like the type who likes to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-18-2012, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,004
Posted By
akpayne
thanks everyone! i was pretty disappointed but...thanks everyone! i was pretty disappointed but see it probbaly wouldnt have been a good fit. No matter how good with kids my dog is, if shes afraid its not gonna matter. Glad to hear lots of people... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-18-2012, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,070
Posted By
akpayne
How old is he?
My daughter is painfully shy,...How old is he? My daughter is painfully shy, much worse when she was younger. Before I started my DC, it took her almost a month to adjust to going to one. Everntually it turned out wonderfully and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-18-2012, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,004
Posted By
akpayne
Dog is a Liability?!?!I am very disappointed! DCM just called and cancelled our second interview! The first one went great, she loved me and I really liked her. Was suppose to meet her twins who are the same age as my son... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-13-2012, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,401
Posted By
akpayne
Advice PleaseSo I interviewed a DCK earlier this week- wasnt so sure about them and mom said shed call me. She called today (at 9pm!) saying her and hubby want me to take their kids. I have two more interviews... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-12-2012, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,173
Posted By
akpayne
That is so wierd! I had a guy call me about...That is so wierd! I had a guy call me about watching his daughter before and after school. He wanted to know if there would be other kids there! Well, YEAH, I just finished telling you I have two... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-11-2012, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,264
Posted By
akpayne
Implementing a Contract, or No?So I originally thought I would go without a contract- I have no intention of charging when DCK are not here and I didn't think I would need one. After reading some of the problems people have with... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-09-2012, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,767
Posted By
akpayne
Thanks everyone! They dont seem to get bored of...Thanks everyone! They dont seem to get bored of anything, but maybe thats because Im not giving them a chance to. I love the idea of incorporating toys into a theme- what kind of themes have you done? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-09-2012, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 3,219
Posted By
akpayne
I have 3 dck and my own 2. That is my limit. Its...I have 3 dck and my own 2. That is my limit. Its probably smaller than most but any more and I wouldnt feel like I was giving them enough attention or have enough time to plan fun things to do. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-09-2012, 11:36 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,767
Posted By
akpayne
How Often?How often do you switch out your toys? I am trying to come up with some sort of schedule. I have been doing it every week and that is very time consuming so I was thinking of switching to every 2... |
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
04-06-2012, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,110
Posted By
akpayne
My children are 8 months and 3.5- We do have a...My children are 8 months and 3.5- We do have a designated playroom and DCK will not be allowed in my childrens rooms. I think I will just try and give my kids special one on one time when DCK are not... |
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
04-05-2012, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,110
Posted By
akpayne
How To Make The Transition For Own ChildrenHi everyone I am new to the daycare world. I decided to leave my job and start a daycare from my home. I will be watching 3 children on top of my own 2. I am wondering if anyone has any tips on... |