Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-03-2017, 09:30 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,458
I normally don't require a deposit because the...
I normally don't require a deposit because the families I take in are extremely reliable. I bent my rules for this individual because it was for "extra" money. The amount owed is $230 at this point.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-03-2017, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,458
Leave without Notice
If you have a family leave (as in move away) without providing the required 2 week notice that they signed, would you pursue it with small claims court? Is it worth it? Trying to figure out what to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 09:26 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
Most behaviors are normal for a 2 year old in a...
Most behaviors are normal for a 2 year old in a new environment, but I really felt like her tackling out of anger was quite excessive. I really believe if anyone else saw it they would be shocked as...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
Mom responded to my email about my concerns and...
Mom responded to my email about my concerns and was very defensive about every little thing. She gave a reasoning for every single item I mentioned that may be perceived as a negative. In regards to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
Yes, I thought the same thing about getting...
Yes, I thought the same thing about getting kicked out!!! Or possibly gently nudged out 😉.
I'm going to school for behavioral therapy.....for kids with behavior issues 😂🤣. The plus side it's more...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
Yes they were on board for the other behavioral...
Yes they were on board for the other behavioral things. I agree they're not on board for this stuff! No they did not mention her aggressive behavior, just that she was picking up some bad habits from...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
09-20-2017, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,207
Terming During Trial Period, Leaving Child Care
Hi all, it's been awhile 😊. I used to be fairly active on here but my daughter was diagnosed with special needs earlier this year and I was swamped with getting her therapies in place. Well fast...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-21-2017, 06:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,844
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-16-2017, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,844
Decline Potential Family
I don't know if I'm being overly picky or my initial screening is not working. I've had several interviews and they really liked me but I felt like they weren't good fits. The most recent family I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-18-2017, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,394
Most states offer free early childhood...
Most states offer free early childhood intervention (including speech therapy). I would look into what your state offers by calling the local school district and then let mom know what is offered....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-13-2017, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,697
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-10-2017, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,697
Quick update: she paid on Saturday...
Quick update: she paid on Saturday morning......WITH the late fee attached. I have to say I'm amazed! No arguments and no disagreements. Whew, I'm glad she decided not to make things weird right...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-08-2017, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,697
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-06-2017, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,355
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2017, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,228
I started daycare when my oldest was 19 months...
I started daycare when my oldest was 19 months old and my middle daughter was a newborn. My youngest was born into the daycare a few years later. I chose this profession so I can be home with my...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
11-02-2016, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 3,687
2 weeks notice to fulfill my contract. I don't...
2 weeks notice to fulfill my contract. I don't think any of my families would sue but I would definitely want to end on a positive note.
My dh and I also talked about paying back the child care...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
10-31-2016, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 2,658
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-27-2016, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,066
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-10-2016, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,746
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-10-2016, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,746
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
08-02-2016, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,570
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Interviewing Multiple Families for 1 Spot
Anytime I have a vacancy, I usually have several interviews for 1 spot. Lately, I've had a lot of parents who are confused and/or offended by the fact that if they like my services, they don't...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 913
School Supplies Sale
I feel like I miss all the good sales every year. I was hoping I could start this thread and if you come across any good deals on school supplies, you can post it here!
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-13-2016, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,085
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-13-2016, 08:20 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,085
The good news is that people like my program a...
The good news is that people like my program a lot. The bad news is that I have a lot of people to reject :(. I know I'm being picky, but there are just so many non-potty trained 18 month to 2 year...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-12-2016, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 92
Views: 6,340
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-12-2016, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 5,362
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-12-2016, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,085
Advertising and Interviews
So I have 4 vacancies coming up in August :eek:. Two of them have been filled and I'm actively seeking to fill the last two. I went through my waiting list (which is how I filled the first two...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-06-2016, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,112
Advertising on Nextdoor Anyone?
Does anyone else advertise on their neighborhood group of Nextdoor.com? I've been tempted, but also unsure if I want everyone knowing I run a daycare.
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-20-2016, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,525
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-20-2016, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,525
Our high today was supposed to hit 122, but it...
Our high today was supposed to hit 122, but it was lower. Yesterday got to 122 and higher in some areas. We didn't go outside today :(:Sunny::eek::(. I HATED every minute of not being able to go out....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-16-2016, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 3,220
We have a lot of new house developments nearby....
We have a lot of new house developments nearby. Most are way out of price range. My husband and I love to go to the model homes and explore (as do our children). I can't help but imagine how to set...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-16-2016, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 92
Views: 6,340
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2016, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,159
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-12-2016, 02:53 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,159
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-12-2016, 02:50 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,159
I have one right now! I took a newborn despite...
I have one right now! I took a newborn despite advertising as a preschool. I loved the family and knew the older daughter would leave too if I couldn't take dcb. I quickly learned that it was not...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-09-2016, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,061
:lol: I like your response!
I usually say...
:lol: I like your response!
I usually say "you get what you get and you don't throw a fit." I say it so much that the kids finish saying it for me.
OR I simply start singing the intro to the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 04:25 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
Yes, this child is a handful. Each child has...
Yes, this child is a handful. Each child has their challenges.....this one just takes all of them to the extreme. Not only is she incredibly adventurous and curious, but she is very stubborn and set...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
I will definitely take your advice for potty...
I will definitely take your advice for potty training....I've already been dappling in it. She sleeps a LONG time (10 pm to 11 am and again 1:30 to 4 pm), so I'll try the diaper, undies, and onsie...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
Legally unlicensed so duct tape is not entirely...
Legally unlicensed so duct tape is not entirely out of question hahahaha! I know Old Navy sells onesies that are shorts ..... I've been tempted but I wonder how long until she can un-snap buttons....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-06-2016, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,784
Diaper Advice -- Nannyde or Anyone Else?
Among many other reasons why my youngest daughter (22 months old) is a handful, she is a naptime de-clother. It's sad to say that it has become a normal day-to-day thing to wash her bedding and give...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-01-2016, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
I wish we could, but we rely on this income. In...
I wish we could, but we rely on this income. In fact, I have a new bill coming out in August for the next 9 months that will be large.
It's fine....I'm working through these feelings. Like someone...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-26-2016, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,058
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-26-2016, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,058
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-26-2016, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,058
We got ours at Lowes a couple of weeks ago. So...
We got ours at Lowes a couple of weeks ago. So far I really like it! In fact, just this morning a dcm tried dropping off early and I just answered the ring on my phone and told her it would be about...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-25-2016, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,413
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-25-2016, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-25-2016, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
Thank you! We will definitely be enjoying the...
Thank you! We will definitely be enjoying the vacation!
I'm really thinking about doing this! If at the least, I would like the ability to be more active in my daughters' school next year and...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2016, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
I wish I could, but my dh literally had a...
I wish I could, but my dh literally had a meltdown after 1 hour with my youngest daughter this past Sunday. At least my mom doesn't know what she's getting into if I can convince her. She swore her...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2016, 05:01 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
Thanks :hug:!!!
I know and I never...
Thanks :hug:!!!
I know and I never wanted to be one :o. Gosh and it's looking like the board is full of us Debbie Downers today!!
Thank you for all the advice...I really appreciate...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2016, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,477
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2016, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,807
I'm Just Going to Come Right Out and Say It
I'm burnt out. I am checked out! It's been a slow progression, but I feel like I'm done. I am sick of not making a profit and getting my family out of a financial slump (caused by opening the...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2016, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2016, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-21-2016, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-21-2016, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,414
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-19-2016, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-19-2016, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-19-2016, 01:17 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,097
Answering the Door Lickety Split
We have a large house. The doorbell has been permanently disabled to prevent the onslaught of marketers and church people from ringing the door bells at all hours. We have a screen/security door on...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-19-2016, 12:27 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,523
Requiring Parents to Pay Via Automatic Transfer
So about half my parents pay via automatic transfer. The other families pay with checks or cash. The automatic transfer is great! The payment goes in instantly, it saves me a trip to the bank, I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-19-2016, 12:10 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,414
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2016, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,363
Ditto with the carseat and late pick up fee. I...
Ditto with the carseat and late pick up fee. I would also tell dad that if he could make pick up prompt so the driveway can be made available to the next person picking up. Or use any other excuse...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2016, 12:02 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,934
With my second daughter (prior to doing child...
With my second daughter (prior to doing child care), I went into labor at 2 am, my mom came at 2:30 am to watch my older daughter, got to the hospital at 2:45 and had dd at 3 am. 1 hour labor :eek:....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-16-2016, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,934
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-12-2016, 03:14 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,339
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-11-2016, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,793
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-11-2016, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,258
In that case, I would suggest an entirely...
In that case, I would suggest an entirely different type of program for the dcb. As much as I love Montessori, we don't really follow it, so I suggested it to my parents as an alternative (plus I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-10-2016, 04:22 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 4,258
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
05-06-2016, 10:39 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,615
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-05-2016, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,071
Big Lots had the houses, gate and stone pathway...
Big Lots had the houses, gate and stone pathway and Dollar Tree for everything else. I've seen some fairy garden kits at Home Depot that looked awesome though! I think they were $15 for everything...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-05-2016, 03:44 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 4,420
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-05-2016, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 165
Views: 13,416
One of HRC's "selling points" is to have free...
One of HRC's "selling points" is to have free preschool for everyone. I provide preschool.....legally unlicensed. She will put me out of business because I have no desire to change my age group to...
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
05-05-2016, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 8,615
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-05-2016, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,071
We made a fairy garden this year! I added the...
We made a fairy garden this year! I added the door from the Boogie Wipe box and the kids were all over it for a week or two. They loved it and the magic around the idea. One of my SA'ers still gets...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-26-2016, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 4,420
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-08-2016, 03:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,942
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-30-2016, 08:59 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-30-2016, 12:26 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,853
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-21-2016, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,364
Did you know that states spend between $195 and...
Did you know that states spend between $195 and $555 a week per student in school? And that doesn't even include school supplies, which are a huge personal expense for daycares. I think most daycare...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2016, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 52
Views: 5,768
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2016, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 52
Views: 5,768
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-18-2016, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 5,768
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-18-2016, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 5,768
Springbox - BoogieWipes Anyone?
I just got an email stating that there was an error with my Springbox (something is missing) and they are sending the items. I also got a random Fedex email that doesn't state who it was from, so...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-15-2016, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,651
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-25-2016, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-25-2016, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
I am 34, so I have about 31 years before I plan...
I am 34, so I have about 31 years before I plan to retire. My dh has a 20-year pension so I know we will be ok when he retires, but I wanted something more that can also be used for education if we...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-25-2016, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,226
Saving for Retirement - Help!
I opened a roth IRA 2 days ago and plan to add monthly. However, being that I know nothing about investing, I didn't realize that I have to decide how to actually invest that money.
Does anyone...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2016, 10:04 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,198
I know some kids especially love hugs and I...
I know some kids especially love hugs and I really struggle with that part of the job. It just feels awkward when I hug people outside of my immediate family, but I do try to make a concerted effort....
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-20-2016, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,532
My answers pertain to my specific situation. I...
My answers pertain to my specific situation. I have been doing child care out of my home for 5 years now. We are capped at 4 daycare children and average rates are from $125 to $150 per week for...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-19-2016, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,041
So my day went fine.....my low-tone voice was...
So my day went fine.....my low-tone voice was doing well enough to the point where I could actually talk on the phone and communicate to some extent happyface.
The biggest problem is reading. I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-19-2016, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,041
Oh that is awful! I have hypothyroidism and my...
Oh that is awful! I have hypothyroidism and my thyroid does get a little swollen when it's completely out of wack, among several other minor autoimmune conditions that flare up at the same time. I...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-18-2016, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,041
We'll see how it goes! I have a tidbit coming...
We'll see how it goes! I have a tidbit coming back already so I hope it comes back more overnight :). Thanks for the lemon suggestion, Ariana.....just got a bucket full today from my mom's tree in...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-18-2016, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,041
Working with Lost Voice
Long story short, I am no longer contagious, but my voice has been completely 100% gone for 3 days now. I'm off today for MLK but the dck's are coming back tomorrow. Have any of you ever worked with...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-08-2016, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,572
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
01-04-2016, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,692
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-15-2015, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,586
NO :lol::rolleyes:! She is my oldest!! My...
NO :lol::rolleyes:! She is my oldest!! My youngest IS practically a baby still (she is 15 months). For some reason I get this weird mom guilt that my oldest is growing so fast and I won't be able to...
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
12-15-2015, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,586
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