Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() I dread the day this happens. Right now I have no kids in daycare, but hope to have that remedied by the school year. I am a single mom, and my only family member in town is my grandpa who is 87... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 9
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KEG123
![]() So my own son is 5, and he is basically the oldest I've ever had in care. This summer I'll be having a 6 and an 8 year old. I plan to ask them what sort of things they like to do, to get some ideas,... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,785
Posted By
KEG123
![]() And so since I have the interviews wed, thurs and fri, how long would be a good timeframe to give them? A week? A few days? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,785
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So assuming the FT family's interview goes well, what should I tell them? Should I tell them to let ME know if they'd like the spot? Like, "Please call before Monday the xyz date if you'd like the... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,785
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KEG123
![]() I agree on all the points above, which is why I have scheduled the other interviews anyways. Because, like you said, what if the full time family is just horrible?! Anyways, it seems like my thoughts... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,785
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So this never happens, but I have 3 interviews this week. Normally I fill up slowly. But I will have to only take 1 or 2 of these families based on the ages. Family 1 will be part time 3 days a... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,040
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Currently, it's a perfect mix. My son and daughter. And a brother/sister. In the past, I've generally had a higher number of boys. While I was pregnant with my daughter, I had 3 boys and 1 girl.... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,980
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Just be honest. That you've been dating for a while and it's going well. That in order to have anyone move in, they have to be background checked so they can rest assured. Offer to have them meet... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,116
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Well, here is the e-mail I just wrote to them.. Hi guys. Just to let you know again that I have not yet received your check. As a reminder, you both signed a contract stating you read and agree... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,116
Posted By
KEG123
![]() And has anyone ever gone to small claims? I'm assuming I'd win because she signed the contract and also gave me verbal and written confirmation that she'd pay the remaining $81. Does it cost to file?... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,116
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Anyone?? I wanted to put something in the mail/email today but am unsure how to word it. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,116
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So a few weeks ago a family stated they were accepted into a preschool they'd been on a wait list for. They were putting in 2 weeks notice, but wouldn't be sending their son the 2 weeks. In the... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,962
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Oh and if you offer strictly organic food, advertise it! Put it on a flyer and hang it at the all natural/organic grocery stores! I had a friend who was all organic and she was always full because... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,962
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I've had it go either way. One time I filled the spot before the last child even left. When I first opened it took 5 months to get my first 2 families in! Right now, I've been advertising since a bit... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 79
Views: 7,307
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Singing works wonders. Or you can give them a toy to play with (especially if it's something they never get to play with otherwise, like your car keys or a pen or a remote control, cell phone, etc) |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 3,101
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KEG123
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,149
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Nope. In my contract it states two weeks notice must be given and paid for, regardless of days attended. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 17
Views: 4,315
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Luckily we have a front porch/sunroom/mudroom type thing. We just go out there for a few seconds. (which is what licensing told me to do...) |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,733
Posted By
KEG123
![]() If she vomited at say 6pm at home, then she don't come back the next day. If she vomits at any time that day, they don't come the next. They need to be vomit/fever free for 24 full hours. I know it... |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,101
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Nevermind I found it. Is it true that I could realistically file sooner if I don't submit form 4562? Or do I *have* to submit the form? How much am I really missing out by not submitting it? |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,101
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KEG123
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,101
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KEG123
![]() So I finished doing my taxes and am ready to submit, but I just got an error for form 4562 says this... 5001 - After the IRS updates forms and completes programming and testing its processing... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,979
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Nope. They're not my friends, so they don't go on my FB. Only one of my old dcm's I became friends with after they left. They were here for about a year and she was honestly the type of person I'd... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,615
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Well I am licensed from 6-6. I've never had anyone here that early. The earliest was 6:50. And they obviously aren't here anymore. My other 2 families were 7:15 and 7:45. I do think that if anyone... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,615
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So right now I'm licensed from 6am-6pm. As I've talked about in my other posts, I'm having a hard time filling my spots, and I DESPERATELY need to fill them. I am empty and have been for going on 2... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,612
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Well I thought she would have called already, and she's not answering when I call... soooo.. I guess my hope is waning... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,612
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So miraculously I got an email last night for someone looking to start asap, like Monday. Normally I'm closed Monday for President's Day, but if it seems like I good fit, I'll enroll. Afterall, I've... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,612
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Oh I'm not taking it personally at ALL. It's just HORRIBLE timing. Like, I can't rely on xdbf for child support because he didn't work (part of the reason I left) and actually has warrants now for... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,612
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So I posted about me and ex-dbf splitting up, I moved out, brought the daycare with me of course. Well after about 2 weeks living here, one daycare girl puts in her notice, going to preschool. I... |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,866
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Definitely not true. If that was true, I would have been audited last year, but I was not. |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,828
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Oh and for the depretiation would I fill that in on form 4562? |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,828
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Thanks Tom! As for the van, even though the main reason I purchased a van is because I needed to take the daycare kids with when I dropped my son off at school? Not doubting you obviously, but... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 21
Views: 5,278
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Mine is the dining room and living room of my small house. Mostly the dining room, though. One day soon I'll need to measure. I'm not sure exactly how many SQ feet. Just moved locations though,... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,831
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I would let her come. All clients have a trial period so I wouldn't worry about that. But to me, it shows real maturity to me for someone to apologize like that. I'd actually try to get her to spill... |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,828
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So my first question is about depreciation. In December I bought a new (to me) washer/dryer off CL for $400. I also bought a new (to me) couch off CL for $100. When I enter it into Minute Menu it... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,832
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Child present, AFTER hours. No matter if it was during nap or not, AFTER HOURS INTERVIEWS ONLY!! :D |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,033
Posted By
KEG123
![]() SEND SOME MY WAY! I'm freaking out because I haven't gotten any calls and my one little girl's last day is today :( |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,624
Posted By
KEG123
![]() And as HORRIBLE as this sounds, I had a chat with the little girl one day and said "Hey, listen here! You keep that up and I'll sit you in time out when you act like that!" (She was 3 and SO smart.)... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,624
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Have him completely ready at pickup and just hand him over. Don't give him the chance to run around acting crazy. The only kids I ever had who acted like that were ones whose parents liked to stay at... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,648
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KEG123
![]() I've also applied for that program, or one similar. They say it could take up to 40 days for the account to be credited. Every little bit helps. Thanks for the ideas. It's just, rent is 650 a month... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,648
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I do get wic also, which does help, for food. Food we're fine on because of the food stamps... but the cash is going to be my problem until I find a children to fill my open spots. As for calling... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 5,648
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I'm guessing no, but can daycare providers get unemployment? As I've stated elsewhere on the site, I have 2 daycare kids an 1 has her last day friday. I JUST split with the ex and moved out so money... |
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,682
Posted By
KEG123
![]() What I've been trying to do is just offer a sign on bonus type thing. I know some ladies have thought not to do it, but I really really need income to start coming in. I only care for 2 kids right... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 24
Views: 4,671
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I run! Make sure they are distracted with coloring, or whatever. Then go fast! |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,528
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Wear coats to the car, take off, strap in, put blanket over top of child as a blanket. Mom needs to go to goodwill (or wherever) and get a cheap coat to keep at your house. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 3,100
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KEG123
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,166
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KEG123
![]() I'd charge at least $5 per hour for a before/afterschool child. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,877
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Yeah I definitely do not have 3-4 weeks. :( Like, I need to fill this spot in the next 2 weeks. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,877
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Anyone ever put an ad in the paper? I'm debating on calling and asking about price to list my daycare. What would be a good, eye catching ad? Also, what other outlets have you had luck with? I've... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,593
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I am literally unable to shovel, like ever. I am a single mom with 2 small children (14m and 4 years) and the little one screams her head off when I go to the basement to do laundry, let alone go... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,521
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KEG123
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,521
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I guess you're right. People choose daycare for reasons I may not understand at first. My main room has some toys and some "home" like stuff. Then my second room is the main daycare room with a small... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,521
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KEG123
![]() Great advice. I'll probably wait until after the holidays to call her. Things are so busy around here, if you've all read, with the splitting and the moving. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,521
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I was thinking that for sure. Her phone number is on the outside of her house. LOL I was thinking to call and introduce myself and tell her if she's full to give people my number. :D |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,521
Posted By
KEG123
![]() So this is a bit funny to me. I lived in my last house, where I opened my daycare, for about 3 years. When we moved in I had no idea that my next door neighbor did daycare also. There were lots of... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,249
Posted By
KEG123
![]() That's hard. I have one very similar to #1 and while I like it, it does break all the time. Any chance of selling both and getting another more visually appealing (to us adults) but more durable like... |
Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
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Views: 8,429
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KEG123
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 3,373
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Yes, I do too. I have 2 children of my own, and in the past have only cared for an additional 2-3 children. |
Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
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Replies: 5
Views: 8,429
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KEG123
![]() I thought you were posting a link to the waffle stick maker! I'd like to see that! :) |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 14,317
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KEG123
![]() I don't mean to be argumentative. I just think, as a parent of a 14 month old with hair in her eyes, this thread seems silly. There are way worse things to get our panties in a bunch about than long... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 14,317
Posted By
KEG123
![]() LOL @ a 1 year old "knowing better" to take out their hair clips. Try talking to my 14 month old. I can occasionally get her to keep something in for an hour tops. And I've seen many contradictions... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 14,317
Posted By
KEG123
![]() How do you expect parents to get their childs hair long then? Or do you think both boys and girls should have pixie cuts? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 14,317
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I guess I'm in the minority because I think, while you're entitled to your opinion, I think this post comes off kinda rude. What if they want to grow his hair out? My dd is 14 months and her hair is... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,878
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KEG123
![]() I only gift to the kids. >$10. This year it is wooden stamps! I know they'll love them. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,447
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KEG123
![]() One of my pet peeves! When they put their feet on my toys. Books, cars, anything that is not meant to be stepped on! |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Posted By
KEG123
![]() I'm 25 right now and I've been open for going on 2 years. |
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
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Views: 6,708
Posted By
KEG123
![]() LOVE halloween here. My absolute favorite. We might do something small, not sure yet. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 86
Views: 13,003
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I'd avoid any gender identification at all. No he/she at all. Name only. It may be hard, but it would be best. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,763
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Are there any other "red flags" so to speak? My son is the same way, and though he hasn't been evaluated for it, I'm wondering if he's "on the spectrum." |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,910
Posted By
KEG123
![]() It took me nearly 3 months to get my first enrollments. It will happen sooner or later. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,370
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Depends on the weather! In the summer it is generally after breakfast until snack time (before it gets too hot). So like, 8:30/9-10. My dd (10m) takes a nap from 10-11, then I cook lunch from... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 42
Views: 6,516
Posted By
KEG123
![]() My doors are kept locked, so they have to knock. Even though this is daycare, it is still my home. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
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Views: 7,837
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KEG123
![]() Hazard plan... isn't that the one basically where you go through your house and find all the little things you corrected to make things safer? For example, "All toxic chemicals are located in the... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 76
Views: 14,933
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KEG123
![]() I didn't read all the comments, but how do we know it's not her paycheck direct deposited into mom's checking account, which therefor is used on her debit card?? Seems a bit rude of your to assume... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 3,907
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I have to sadly agree. The way he was holding his arms out kinda like.. "What" Kwim??? :( |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,227
Posted By
KEG123
![]() My first family left today. It was bittersweet. I didn't do anything special, though I was going to make a photo booklet. There is still time. Me and the mama are gonna hang out with out kids... |
Forum: Daycare Insurance
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,455
Posted By
KEG123
![]() Plain and simple, I'd schedule the appointment for either early in the day or late in the day and have the parents pick up early.drop off late. You deserve a couple hours of every once in a while,... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
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Views: 3,597
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I have an ergo and love it too! But that being said, I'm planning on getting a Boba because I found one for I think 70+shipping. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,796
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KEG123
![]() I'd have them pay full time care even when the boy is part time. As for the baby, I'd make them pay 1/2 weekly rate for the 6 months he isn't there. Then, if you are interested in filling the baby's... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,604
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KEG123
![]() And so, since I only take 1 under 1, if I was you I'd be letting go some of the littles. And I just noticed you're in IL too. Where abouts? And seeing as how we have the same state licensing... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 3,604
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KEG123
![]() And here, family or not, all children (even if they are at school) are counted into the ratio. Are you licensed? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,604
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I was thinking that too. I can have something like 5 under 5 with only 2 being under 2. (or something like that, I only check when I'm enrolling) and personally will only take 1 child under 1. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() I give it out as well. I feel that if I'm priced too high for them, then it's best to get that out of the way before wasting my time on an interview. Most families know what they are willing to pay... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 31
Views: 6,052
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KEG123
![]() This. I'd have said, "Sorry but we are completely OUT of pullups here, and I just cannot have him here without them. Children need to be completely accident free for 2 weeks IN PULLUPS before I will... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,536
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KEG123
![]() I've been open since Jan of 2011. Both of my families started in May 2011 and both are still here 1 year and 1 month later. :) |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() One family has twins and is state paid via the full time/daily rate. The other is private pay also full time/daily rate. The state paid family's hours are slightly variable, but generally less hours... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() So the state of Illinois, despite being broke, is increasing their rates for state paid child care providers. 2 of my 3 daycare children are state funded. I know it says somewhere that you cannot... |
Forum: Book Club - Reviews / Suggestions
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KEG123
![]() Loved the books, less than thrilled with the movie. I mean, it was ok... but not up to my standards. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,793
Posted By
KEG123
![]() My son is exactly that way. Well, I opened the daycare when he turned 3 and he just turned 4. He is just a big bully and is super terretorial and possesive over his toys. He does fine when he's not... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Posted By
KEG123
![]() I can't even figure out the logistics. It makes my brain hurt. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() Sounds like my daughter. She is breastfed and wears size 18 month clothing. She was 22 lbs and 27" at 5 months. She is 7 months now so I'm guessing at least 23-24 lbs. :D Love me some chubby babies! |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 6,950
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KEG123
![]() I personally have no problem with extended breastfeeding. My son nursed until he was 2. However, the detached/defiant pose, not to mention the title of the article, rubs me the wrong way. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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KEG123
![]() My parents have one hour, but it's primarily to allow drive time. I expect them to leave asap. One of my daycare families works 30 minutes away, so the one time I had to call her to pick up early,... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,485
Posted By
KEG123
![]() I only have two daycare families. Only one of the familys' mom picked up, and she was beyond elated we did something for mothers day. She kept saying ove and over "Thank you so much! (both to the... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
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KEG123
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