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![]() likethis I love infants, but I don't see me wanting more than two at a time for that reason. |
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![]() Question: 1. What is the hardest thing about caring for infants in general? Personally, the risk of sudden death 2. What licensing rule regarding infants is the most difficult to follow? or do... |
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![]() update: I can comment on posts, but I still cannot add a reply |
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![]() Never mind, I was able to register...I'm a slow bloomer :lol: |
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![]() The page open and I'm able to navigate but I don't see a "Register/ Log in button |
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![]() Thank you!:hug: I don't know how much of this I can take! I might just call it! |
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![]() My group is all 3yr and under, even if for some miracle the kids would agree to the masks, I can just imagine the drooling and runny nose discharge that would accumulate on those masks, how is that... |
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![]() Mandate masks for age 2 and up...give me a break!!!:mad::mad: |
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![]() First of all potty training is not something that should be forced on a child, or the caregivers, and second your boss is disrespectful and out of line...I would totally quit that job! |
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![]() likethis Yes to everything CH said, including the no issue with dads |
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![]() Hello, I'm not in your State, but here, my licensing inspector just wanted me to write down exactly what I planned on doing, in case of each emergency, making sure to use the "key words" that are... |
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![]() Unfortunately, I see it often in new enrollments, in the latest years, I'm starting to think this is becoming the "new normal". If she's making progresses, I'd just be patient, and keep doing what... |
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![]() I doubt Licensing has any rights when it comes to your neighbor's (unlicensed people) dog. I would tell my neighbor for the last time, keep your dog confined to your property, or I will be forced... |
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![]() Never heard of Simplay3 before, I'll have to check it out. Thanks for sharing |
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![]() I know that the first reaction in this case would be to think of Dcm as very disrespectful towards you, and your private space, but actually, she might not even realize that she is crossing the line.... |
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![]() I wish there was a special dance we could do, to bring back decent shows on TV! Everything is horror, death, sadness, corruption, loss...... I'm so sick of it!!!:mad::mad: We need uplifting... |
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![]() If it was me, I would schedule a meeting with her and lay it out as it is: Mrs X, I'm not sure you should/want to enroll for next year since it is clear that you have issues with some of our... |
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![]() Congratulations on the new job, I hope it turns out to be even better than you imagine happyfacehappyfacehappyface ...and don't let clients get to you, they'll move on and forget you ever existed!... |
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![]() I find this to be wrong on so many level!:( I can understand that acorns could be a choking hazard, but com'on ...pinecones? pine needles? what's the harm in that? I have Pine trees, Oak trees... |
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![]() I do stay open for just one child. I don't lose anything since I charge full time no matter what, and I can plan the day making it special for the little one that's all alone |
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![]() I didn't see this one coming :D I'm thinking I might be the only one left to not want it |
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![]() Happy Birrthday!!! happyfacehappyfacehappyface Loved the song! So beautiful and talented, you must be so proud! |
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![]() @OP, I used to have the same problem, until I decided to write a contract stating ALL my expectations, that way I'm covered. I hand a copy to parents right at interview and as far as nap goes, it... |
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![]() For me, it's not about the parents understanding or agreeing, I've done that the first few years and it just does not work. No, like it or not it is about me, and what I see fit for my program! When... |
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![]() I used to care for SA while I had my own kids to put on the bus and bring back, but just as you said, once they go to kindergarten then no longer fit in the program, so I stopped Now I care for... |
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![]() None of my DCP would even dare to ask me something like this:eek: ..no way!! |
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![]() I have to agree with this, after a 6yr old was suspended from Kindergarten, for making a gun out of Legos and pointing it at a classmate. Zero tolerance at school, means no gun play at my day Care... |
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![]() I have State Farm insurance for my home and for my Day Care |
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![]() I agree with the pps, don't feel bad you have been more than patient with this family, let them go and don't look back :hug: |
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![]() Hitting is not acceptable at any age, and must be corrected. If that was me, I would discuss the issue with mom and explain how I would handle it on my end, I would without a doubt terminate, if... |
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![]() The first thing I let new parents know about my program, is that infants (0-12mo), eat and sleep on their own schedule...and after 12mos, they are on the group schedule (mine) |
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![]() Considering the circumstances no, I wouldn't charge them. |
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![]() If you don't need it financially you'd be crazy not to quit. I was closed from the birth of my first child, till my third child turned 2yrs old, that was the best time I had with my boys. No... |
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![]() during an inspection I keep tending to the kids as always. I don't think my inspector looks at rooms not approved for daycare, but I do my thing while she's doing hers, so maybe |
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![]() Happy New Year to all!! Lets start 2021 with a smile on our faces and hope in our hearts:hug::hug::hug: |
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![]() My kids learn soon enough that if they need to cry, they must do so sitting down on the floor, with nothing in their hands, and no one talks to crying kids until they're happy again, not me, not... |
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![]() You may be isolated, but you are not alone..keep letting things out! :hug: |
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![]() I made a Pandora account on my pc, then I downloaded the app on my phone and my account was there Now I can have Pandora on all my TVs, and I use the phone so we have music in the playground |
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![]() I had a parent trying to excuse 103.0 as teething:rolleyes: I made it clear to all parents not to medicate their children before drop off. If the kids have a fever, they must stay home until... |
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![]() I don't do anything for the kids. I give each family a nice box of chocolates (you know, the ones made specifically to use as gifts) and a small ornament personalized with Merry Christmas and the... |
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![]() I find it so uplifting whenever I read notes of gratitude, I wish we had a "Gratitude Thread" As for your friend, does she know about this board? I know I would not have lasted this long if it... |
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![]() In MI the provider's children do count as ratio until I believe age 6. There is a chance though that her over ratio was actually approved by Licensing, due to over demand during this pandemic. ... |
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![]() I'm pretty sure to all of us you still are a provider:hug: |
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![]() I want nothing to do with these vaccines, I rather take my chances with the virus |
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![]() You could start a thread to see what members response is:) |
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![]() I never participated so it wasn't me:D I never entered but it was fun reading about the different gifts everyone got I think it would be fun to do it again, even though it's late, If it's too... |
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![]() The dripping oil was probably meant for the 2 missing sticks:lol: |
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![]() Now to stay on topic... I'm not worried, worrying shuts down the immune system and then you get sick for sure. ...but I was a bit concerned last year, when parents and children in my daycare... |
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![]() I never thought to try cinnamon, I'll have to, that sounds awesome! I got my Fir at Home depot, they had quite a few there, but the packs used to be 8 count, now they're only 6 |
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![]() They are called Scentsicles, they are scented sticks that come with a hook and you hang on the tree I use the "Fir" ... |
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![]() Do any of you hang those scented sticks on the tree? I put up all the decorations and it really looked nice but something was missing and I couldn't figure out what it was...it was the "Christmas... |
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![]() My Christmas will be as always just hubby and the kids We open presents, play games, we chat and laugh a lot probably eat too many cookies and I recently discovered the pleasure of hot cocoa, it's... |
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![]() So if getting the vaccine will not control the spread of the virus, why are they suggesting it might became mandatory in some circumstances, for the sake of the population? |
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![]() IMO If it's true that social distancing, wearing a mask and vaccinate can keep one from getting infected, this info should be given as an advise to the vulnerable, the CDC/government should not... |
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![]() I never really trusted vaccines in general, meaning I fear more the side effects than I do the actual disease I will not get this vaccine, nor require anyone else to |
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![]() I wish! :lol: ...hek I'd even pay for parents to take those classes |
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![]() I'm thankful for: 1 For my husband and kids (I couldn't dream of a better family) 2 that everyone's healthy 3 that our jobs still going good 4 I'm thankful for the dragonfly that kept our yard... |
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![]() Thank you and.. Happy Thanksgiving to All!happyfacehappyface |
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![]() I give them 5 business days from the last day in care If they don't pick up I donate |
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![]() All the series I was interested on are on hold, so we started watching Wildfire on Prime, but when we were a season and 1/2 into it, they started asking to submit payment to watch so we dropped... |
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![]() I would definitely take him out of the crib and have him nap on a cot. |
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![]() I can work with just about any behavior problem a kid might have, but if the parents are not onboard, I'm done! |
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![]() If they're so disrespectful already on their first day, there is little to no chance that they will turn around completely and become a great fit. You could address your issues with them and give... |
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![]() I solved my problem by hand sewing between the panels to keep them from overlapping and shrink the mat. I also had a tailor make me the sheets with fitted corners, so if the child pulls the sheet... |
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![]() Mine follow the school district, whatever tier they put the school in, I get |
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![]() likethis This exactly! I thought I was done myself, but all I needed was to strengthen my policies, and replace some families Good luck |
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![]() I use the Grab&Go and I love it! I had no problem introducing it to the kids, it has velcro straps that can adjust so I let the bigger kids hold the ring, and I strap the wrist of the ones in... |
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![]() I'm a "Little" too and I love it!:) As for your name, why don't you change it? |
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![]() I love the logo! About the name, if it was me I would lose the "Lucky" but that's just my preference. Some might say the "Little" is already overused, and that's their preference...so in the end... |
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![]() I'm surprised the parent didn't call to report an injury like that :confused: |
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![]() Congrats, you started out on the right foot!:hug: Solid policies and a backbone, is the key to success in this business! ..I too have learned from the best!:) |
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![]() 1. Have you downsized the amount of toys you have out? Yes! 2. Did you have to get rid of wooden and plush toys? Yes! 3. Do you disinfect the outdoor play equipment every day? I do not disinfect... |