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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-17-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 325
Posted By daycarediva
I send home ASQ's with each child when they begin...

I send home ASQ's with each child when they begin care, we have a conference to go over where the child is and where they SHOULD be. I also let them know that if they aren't meeting the 20 words by...
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 02-17-2021, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 510
Posted By daycarediva
I have a 10 hour day/max on each child's...

I have a 10 hour day/max on each child's contracted time.

We shortened hours due to the increased cleaning requirement. At that time, I gave families the option to leave or sign a new contract. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-17-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 137
Posted By daycarediva
We are currently operating as a well child only...

We are currently operating as a well child only care. ANY symptom and they're home. We have been very cautious, our families have been very understanding, and we have remained open without a...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-12-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 729
Posted By daycarediva
Good for you! Mom needs to hear NO many, many...

Good for you! Mom needs to hear NO many, many times before this child has a chance at being disciplined.

ANYONE hits our littles and they are G O N E. My bigs protect our toddlers to a fault.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-04-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 247
Views: 6,202
Posted By daycarediva
Not taking/not requiring boat. Anything...

Not taking/not requiring boat.

Anything 'fast tracked' is NOT going through proper testing and protocol, which is already falliable.

No thanks.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-24-2020, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,928
Posted By daycarediva
A 5 yo licks my window almost everyday. Full...

A 5 yo licks my window almost everyday. Full length. I'm constantly cleaning it.

Yesterday I found out he does it to the outside of the window after pick up.

I have like 6 nose pickers rn....
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-24-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2,147
Views: 355,217
Posted By daycarediva
Congratulations!!!! AWESOME! I wish...

Congratulations!!!!




AWESOME! I wish the state would do that here! Last inspection it took them over 4 hours to go through our files alone.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-19-2020, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
with a 99% survival rate....

with a 99% survival rate. :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

I can't even with this BS.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-19-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,279
Posted By daycarediva
I only have to offer formula--- I don't take...

I only have to offer formula--- I don't take babies though.
Sight and sound supervision has ALWAYS been a reg here. Ever since I can remember. It is a PITA. As FCC I lined the kids up outside the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-19-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,813
Posted By daycarediva
My neighbors are almost all older or retired, and...

My neighbors are almost all older or retired, and being a considerate person, we tell them to use speaking voices (not screaming). I have had zero complaints and my neighbors complain about LEAVES in...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-28-2020, 05:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 467
Posted By daycarediva
No idea on the map... BUT I was told it went by...

No idea on the map... BUT I was told it went by your school districts poverty levels. 80% free lunch would be Tier1.

When we moved I had to reduce rates (high income to mid income areas) but the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-26-2020, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 677
Posted By daycarediva
AMEN! Also have control mama's over food-...

AMEN!

Also have control mama's over food- (can you send me a picture of before and after everything he eats?)

NOPE. Not even mentioning unless it's an unusual amount either way eaten or not. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-01-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 867
Posted By daycarediva
Is it weather appropriate? Does it contain the...

Is it weather appropriate? Does it contain the words "skinny jeans" or "romper" Does it swear? because those are pretty much my guidelines.

I had a kiddo wear a shirt that said "I'm this many."...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-07-2020, 11:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,266
Posted By daycarediva
I had to check the username and because I thought...

I had to check the username and because I thought I wrote this. :ouch: It has been a LOOOONNNGGGGG summer.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-28-2020, 11:53 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
"This is age appropriate behavior for children...

"This is age appropriate behavior for children that age. We have X safety measures in place to prevent future incidents. In addition, we did speak to your child about poking peers. I also did not...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-28-2020, 05:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,266
Posted By daycarediva
No Longer Offering School-age Child Care...

anyone else not doing it this year? Our school district hasn't rolled out plans yet, but nearby districts have. NOOOO WAY. We have 4 SA kids, in K-3.

Multiple bus runs/times (could potentially...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-23-2020, 11:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 748
Posted By daycarediva
finally, an increase! Food prices have gone...

finally, an increase! Food prices have gone through the roof locally.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-23-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By daycarediva
Oh heck no. I FULLY support parents in...

Oh heck no.

I FULLY support parents in helping create the best humans possible, BUTTTTTTTT I handle school issues here and they handle home issues at home. I VERY rarely bring up (age...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 07-02-2020, 11:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,340
Posted By daycarediva
I would actually ask if it's distruptive.......

I would actually ask if it's distruptive.... nope? no issue.

I don't care if kids nap (don't get me wrong for some reason that random day they all do is like a treat.... haha)

but mine rest...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-11-2020, 05:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,253
Posted By daycarediva
SA and Potty Accidents...

When do you say enough is enough and hand it back to the parents.

Boy is 7. #1 and #2 accidents 1-2x/week. Happens at home as well. Dr says physically child is fine. I see some serious regression...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 06-05-2020, 11:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,212
Posted By daycarediva
Which is why capitalism works. I didn't want my...

Which is why capitalism works. I didn't want my kids to live in trailer or be teased for being trash like I was. I worked my butt off to improve my socio-economic status.

This isn't the first I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-14-2020, 12:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,918
Posted By daycarediva
NYS provider here. Cuomo is RIDICULOUS. All...

NYS provider here. Cuomo is RIDICULOUS. All upstaters hate him.

We are doing drop off and pick ups outside on the porch. Temp checks, hand washing (I am cleaning the temporal thermometer and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-05-2020, 11:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,939
Posted By daycarediva
EXACTLY, and you would think the people in charge...

EXACTLY, and you would think the people in charge of these programs would understand the direct correlation.....
Forum: Daycare and Taxes 05-05-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,032
Posted By daycarediva
Update- received 1,000 deposited into my account...

Update- received 1,000 deposited into my account this morning from the EIDL.

Used it to immediately pay off my business credit card, as I have been carrying a monthly balance on it since this...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-30-2020, 10:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,939
Posted By daycarediva
EXACTLY! Doesn't all of that time spent elsewhere...

EXACTLY! Doesn't all of that time spent elsewhere take AWAY from direct care of the children? Or your own family/self after hours... and lead to burn out faster?

Congrats CH! happyface

I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-20-2020, 11:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 778
Posted By daycarediva
Water proof cast, participating as normal without...

Water proof cast, participating as normal without the need of pain meds
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-20-2020, 11:36 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,452
Posted By daycarediva
No, this is simply not true. My cough/sneeze is...

No, this is simply not true. My cough/sneeze is NOT properly contained in ANY MASK, except for an N95. Please look up the videos showing the spray through the masks. Joe down the street sporting a...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-17-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,452
Posted By daycarediva
I think we never should have closed. As in...

I think we never should have closed.

As in ANY dangerous situation, we should have isolated those most vulnerable. Our elderly and immuno-compromised.

THOSE individuals should have been...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-15-2020, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 708
Posted By daycarediva
They handed out new regs here last year and the...

They handed out new regs here last year and the intent of the regulation is to prevent smoking and/or vaping AT ALL in the home.

I'm not a smoker, but my MIL vapes. :ouch: I have completely...
Forum: Daycare and Taxes 04-14-2020, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,302
Posted By daycarediva
My state is allowing for unemployment even for...

My state is allowing for unemployment even for lost wages. Since I lost 5 FT kids and 2 PT, I applied. They called to follow up due to the special circumstances, and I'm supposed to get a follow up...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-13-2020, 10:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 756
Posted By daycarediva
Day After Easter, ya'lll....

it's like the day after Halloween here. Candy+social distancing+nasty weather this weekend. :ouch:

Next year I'm taking off Monday after Easter and NOT the Friday before. :ouch:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-08-2020, 12:04 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,820
Posted By daycarediva
SAME. I am a super introvert. I was hoping for...

SAME. I am a super introvert. I was hoping for several things
1. All my teacher kids left-alllll had serious issues we were counting down days until June for.
2. The local children's play place...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-02-2020, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
Agreed. We actually did the opposite. Parents...

Agreed. We actually did the opposite. Parents practicing social distancing and working from home were encouraged to stay in attendance. Those NOT practicing social distancing and on the 'front...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-31-2020, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 877
Posted By daycarediva
1. We haven't lost employment 2. We are in a...

1. We haven't lost employment
2. We are in a position to help others.
3. My kids are excelling at home schooling and have decided they're never going back.
4. I like parents not coming in/out....
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-31-2020, 11:49 AM
Replies: 352
Views: 68,449
Posted By daycarediva
Speaking with the local department of health...

Speaking with the local department of health agent this week after I had to chase them down to notify them of possible spread. This is NOT 'the flu' it is a viral pneumonia.

She said that the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-31-2020, 11:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,463
Posted By daycarediva
Outlander, book 6. I'm going to grab...

Outlander, book 6.

I'm going to grab Stephen King's early release, too.

Reading is my stress reliever for sure!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-30-2020, 12:14 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,659
Posted By daycarediva
I am remaining open. Parents who are...

I am remaining open.

Parents who are quarantined or decided to NOT have their child attend had two options.

-Terminate contract, pay final tuition bill
-Pay 1/2 rate for the duration of the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-26-2020, 06:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,097
Posted By daycarediva
This.

This.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-26-2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 953
Posted By daycarediva
I wouldn't ethically charge if I wasn't available...

I wouldn't ethically charge if I wasn't available to provide care.

If I was and they opted not to come, I would charge full rate.

New handbook amendment- pandemic. :rolleyes:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-06-2020, 11:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 672
Posted By daycarediva
Very normal!

Very normal!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-05-2020, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
My kiddo has had repeated ear infections/tubes...

My kiddo has had repeated ear infections/tubes once, ALWAYS stuffed up, did all age appropriate allergy testing and is on Claritin daily, had tonsils removed.

Today the floor was messy after...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 12:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 677
Posted By daycarediva
4 week notice, ONLY if my schedule allows. I...

4 week notice, ONLY if my schedule allows. I won't fill a FT space with a PT kid, so to get a PT space your schedule would have to completely match with another PT schedule. There is also no...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 12:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 991
Posted By daycarediva
other physical activity, heavy lifting, sensory...

other physical activity, heavy lifting, sensory activities, dance breaks, strategically placing furniture to avoid "straight areas" to run in, getting outside regardless of weather, even if it's just...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 11:57 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,169
Posted By daycarediva
I would get a HIPPA form and mail it along with...

I would get a HIPPA form and mail it along with the forms to the pediatrician with a self addressed stamped envelope.

I would NOT take dcb without forms and meds.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
I change them out and put them back in before...

I change them out and put them back in before sending them home. NOOOOO. Cute is for weekends and Mom time.



JUST emailed my licensing rep asking when this becomes neglect. 4 yo. Here 2 years...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 576
Posted By daycarediva
I found baskets at the dollar store, getting one...

I found baskets at the dollar store, getting one for the small kids in my family to decorate before the egg hunt. Foam stickers, fake flowers, ribbons, stampers.

egg hunt (we are doing glow in...
Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas 03-04-2020, 11:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,147
Posted By daycarediva
I find hungry can equal boredom or thirst in...

I find hungry can equal boredom or thirst in older children.

They wash hands and get a GIANT bottle of ice water when they come in the door. They always GUZZLE it.

We give them the same snack...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-04-2020, 10:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,799
Posted By daycarediva
ASD mom here. Yes. They are THAT long. To...

ASD mom here.

Yes. They are THAT long. To get the eval took us 8 months in 2002, now it's over a year for the eval. Then 6-12 months for services. It's even more serious (and dangerously slow)...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-03-2020, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,117
Posted By daycarediva
we just invert our heavy duty plastic gloves over...

we just invert our heavy duty plastic gloves over the diapers, one from each 'end' and it seals it pretty well without adding additional plastic waste. They go into a lidded wastebasket in the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-03-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,805
Posted By daycarediva
What's terrible? OP said child obviously NEEDS a...

What's terrible? OP said child obviously NEEDS a nap. She could be cited by licensing for withholding basic needs.

It's state mandated here. All children not enrolled in FT school/K or higher are...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-24-2020, 10:49 AM
Replies: 1,201
Views: 257,367
Posted By daycarediva
YES! I now have a FEE attached to my wait...

YES!

I now have a FEE attached to my wait list. It's small, but it shows serious intent and I will refund within a year of anticipated enrollment date (childs age+expected opening=date I set)
...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-17-2020, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 910
Posted By daycarediva
Required licensing supplies- gates, window guards...

Required licensing supplies- gates, window guards if needed, smoke detectors, CO detectors, background checks, changing pads, nap mats, etc.

Laptop and printer- office supplies are a definite...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-27-2020, 10:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,025
Posted By daycarediva
UGH, definitely disagree with this. We just got...

UGH, definitely disagree with this. We just got them to stop allowing this to be reimburseable. Child cares are feeding most children, what 80% of their meals? We can leave desserts/junk for home....
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-15-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,083
Posted By daycarediva
Are the parents aware of the behavior? Have...

Are the parents aware of the behavior?

Have a conference. Make sure it's written out (just facts, no emotion) and let them know that if there is no improvement in X time period that by X date,...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-15-2020, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 960
Posted By daycarediva
I have a disabled adult child. Where are this...

I have a disabled adult child. Where are this child's parents/caregivers during this time?

Speak to the individual, set boundaries. Put up a sign on the fence, if needed (visuals help).

Speak...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-14-2020, 04:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,082
Posted By daycarediva
Could be dyslexia/some form of that. Does he...

Could be dyslexia/some form of that. Does he recognize numbers? Shapes?

I would recommend an eval before he starts K.
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 11-05-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,272
Posted By daycarediva
Is he a troll? Because ohhh my. You listed...

Is he a troll? Because ohhh my.

You listed many options. Centers, in-home care, YMCA.

If you disagree with the contract/handbook, DO NOT SIGN IT and enroll elsewhere. It really IS that...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-28-2019, 11:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 819
Posted By daycarediva
I am thinking something along the lines of ASD....

I am thinking something along the lines of ASD. As the only other child I have had with that much unfounded rage was my own child with ASD.
Other indicators-
very sensory avoidant, he even gets...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-28-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 819
Posted By daycarediva
Tantrum Advice

New 2yo.

EPIC tantrums. Over very, very, minor things. Eg. someone is standing too close to him, I scoot his chair over an inch, his mom takes off his coat, I put his coat on to go outside, I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-03-2019, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,436
Posted By daycarediva
Nope. Don't question her. Don't try to figure it...

Nope. Don't question her. Don't try to figure it out.

It is the SUSPICION that we must act on, not concrete evidence.

From what you described, I would have already called.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2019, 11:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,157
Posted By daycarediva
The storm door one drove me nuts, so dh cut a...

The storm door one drove me nuts, so dh cut a hole in our wall :eek: and made a nice one with both a closing seal and a plastic flap. It's got an barn door style 'gate' that slides in out/locks. It's...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By daycarediva
Juice and Diarrhea

Anyone else have to explain this to parents?

I'm just sending them home regularly now. One 2 1/2 year old had two blow outs so far this week. 18 month old had 1 and a very close call I sent home...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 10-02-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,475
Posted By daycarediva
I had one like this and she was a late-r walker....

I had one like this and she was a late-r walker. (17 months) at 2 1/2 she still cannot do stairs well, climb and is generally unsteady. Cognitively, she's got great speech and excels in other areas...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-24-2019, 11:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,359
Posted By daycarediva
Base rate is listed on my website. It's the...

Base rate is listed on my website. It's the lowest full time care can possibly BE, 'rates starting at....'. Weeds out the insane amount of people looking for the cheapest rates.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-21-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,483
Posted By daycarediva
I have a substitute now, but before I had her, I...

I have a substitute now, but before I had her, I did feel somewhat bad for SOME families for taking time off.

I would close 1/2 days for any possible appointments (or ideally, early appointment,...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-17-2019, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,364
Posted By daycarediva
ALWAYS include a place name if you can! Makes it...

ALWAYS include a place name if you can! Makes it easier to market!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-17-2019, 05:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,713
Posted By daycarediva
I am willing to work with parents in my program...

I am willing to work with parents in my program as well. WITH that said, if their child is one of the 1. youngest in my program and 2. naps long and hard, we know she needs it. We spend a great deal...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-16-2019, 11:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,899
Posted By daycarediva
amen here! I have one teacher kid with super...

amen here!

I have one teacher kid with super short hours (9-3) but Dad goes in to work late/drops off late. Mom is at the HS and gets out early to pick up. On the rare occasion mom has to stay at...
Forum: Daycare and Taxes 09-16-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,331
Posted By daycarediva
Addition

Could use some advice Tom!

We are putting an addition on to our house. It will be partially for DC use. The entire addition is 24,995, construction is 13500, and we have to have the gas company do...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-13-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,969
Posted By daycarediva
We should make a list of who it includes and as...

We should make a list of who it includes and as names as 'stupid is proven'. :lol:
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-13-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
agreed! I had a child at an interview incapable...

agreed! I had a child at an interview incapable of putting marks on paper with a crayon. At 4. But I learned all about a youtube show called Ryan's World. His parents thought he was so smart that he...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-13-2019, 11:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,969
Posted By daycarediva
AMEN. It's eerily similar to the hoops...

AMEN.

It's eerily similar to the hoops special needs parents must jump through to obtain services the child is eligible for.

1. You must have Medicaid/free state health insurance to receive...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-13-2019, 10:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,969
Posted By daycarediva
I heard the same at a provider conference over...

I heard the same at a provider conference over summer. How we need to improve quality, and recruit more childcare providers.

Of course in the very next segment, they had a state representative...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-12-2019, 11:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,899
Posted By daycarediva
^ this right here. I have half of my 16 kids as...

^ this right here. I have half of my 16 kids as teacher clients. About half of those 8 have 3:30 contracted pick ups, the other half are 5pm and they WILL go shopping/errands, one even admits to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-12-2019, 11:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,712
Posted By daycarediva
It sounds like it is just not a good fit. ...

It sounds like it is just not a good fit.

Is she sensory seeking? Can you have her do heavy lifting work, use a lightly weighted blanket, high chair or booster for meals (heck even stories as we...
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 09-10-2019, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,649
Posted By daycarediva
agreed here! They also most likely will not...

agreed here!

They also most likely will not terminate the teachers under investigation, and if what they're saying is accurate, there is no way they should be working in ECE.

Yes, 3yo's make...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 945
Posted By daycarediva
we serve family style and the children chose what...

we serve family style and the children chose what to put on their plates or not. I never throw veggies away. Leftover veggies go to the kids who actually eat them (or me!)

We offer seconds of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-10-2019, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,105
Posted By daycarediva
I do NOT lower my rates. They are based on...

I do NOT lower my rates. They are based on enrollment, not attendance.

If anything, I would tell her that if you do decide to review rates, you will probably have to raise them to accommodate...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-09-2019, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By daycarediva
Can DS adults legally make their own choices? ...

Can DS adults legally make their own choices?

I have a disabled (not DS) adult child and we have guardianship. He cannot legally make any decisions. If he can't consent to a vaccine or physical,...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-09-2019, 10:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,337
Posted By daycarediva
I supply everything but clothing. Clothing...

I supply everything but clothing.

Clothing that I wash and place back in cubbies.

name it, it's mine. Diapers, wipes, gloves, nap items, cups, sunscreen, diaper cream.

No more hiccups,...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-06-2019, 12:02 PM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
yup. It used to be common to have kids stay home...

yup. It used to be common to have kids stay home for maternity leaves, but now they don't. It used to be common for family vacations but now it's a parents vacation and the kiddo gets dumped with...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-06-2019, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,126
Posted By daycarediva
Nope. Pay, or get a late fee/refusal of...

Nope.

Pay, or get a late fee/refusal of services. Mine are due Friday for the upcoming week, and no pay=no stay.

Their sign in isn't on the sheet and has to be added if they attempt to drop...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 09-04-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 851
Posted By daycarediva
In NY we are fingerprinted and background...

In NY we are fingerprinted and background checked, and recently that will become even more strict/extensive. Our entire family age 18+ is also put through the same process.

BUT, there are ways to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 08-29-2019, 12:28 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,279
Posted By daycarediva
Maybe OP should petition the state of Washington...

Maybe OP should petition the state of Washington to increase ratios based on the education of the staff. Teachers with masters degrees are capable of caring for more children than those without,...
Forum: Daycare and Taxes 08-27-2019, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,650
Posted By daycarediva
NYS never changed the law from 8 to 6. That is...

NYS never changed the law from 8 to 6. That is false. You must have adequate space.

License exempt 2 or fewer daycare children OR you operate for 3 or fewer hours per day
Registered 8 daycare...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-30-2019, 12:06 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,357
Posted By daycarediva
1. parents. How oblivious, downright rude and...

1. parents. How oblivious, downright rude and obnoxious they CAN be. Eg. 2am 'child is sick' text. SERIOUSLY!? The lies omg the lies.

2. Kids- noooo respect. See ^. No model for respect. I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-30-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,536
Posted By daycarediva
There is a reason red-shirting children have...

There is a reason red-shirting children have benefits. Our cutoff is 11/30, and I have kids with May birthdays staying on an additional year (will start K at 6).

Keep in mind, kindergarten is the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-04-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,845
Posted By daycarediva
a pencil case is a brilliant idea! TB, TP and a...

a pencil case is a brilliant idea! TB, TP and a name on the front. Viola!

I don't anymore, but only like 2 of them come with their teeth brushed, and it will probably be in the regs soon, I'm...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-04-2019, 12:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,259
Posted By daycarediva
same, had to re-read it! YES! ...

same, had to re-read it!



YES!

This practice wouldn't fly with licensing here. We have specific potty chair sanitization rules, as well as location, and handwashing following it has to be...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-04-2019, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 989
Posted By daycarediva
YUP! and if you don't have a cut off policy,...

YUP!

and if you don't have a cut off policy, do you have a participation policy? as soon as dcd said he wouldn't nap I would have said "Ok if he doesn't I'll give you a call to come get him!"
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-04-2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 862
Posted By daycarediva
Yup. It's completely retraining them. Bring...

Yup. It's completely retraining them. Bring treats!

We had to do the same when we moved and dh picked the weirdest spot for it and I hate it, and now we have two spots because the baby doesn't...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-03-2019, 10:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,019
Posted By daycarediva
I carry a switchblade/pocket knife that is...

I carry

a switchblade/pocket knife that is ALWAYS in my front right pocket.

an ultrasonic sound remote thingy (worked on a coyote once)

pepper spray (clipped on my keys)


Never leave...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-13-2018, 11:37 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 31,775
Posted By daycarediva
I would 1. tell him at drop off what you expect...

I would 1. tell him at drop off what you expect to happen at pick up. 2. remind him of that conversation when you arrive 3. have a consequence for NOT listening 4. give him choices

"Do you want to...
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 12-13-2018, 11:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,844
Posted By daycarediva
exactly. She also cannot legally charge you...

exactly.

She also cannot legally charge you for vacation and enforce it without a signed contract and policy. What you have now is a verbal agreement, and it's essentially he said/she said as to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-12-2018, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,068
Posted By daycarediva
I get a LOT of part time clients. I charge...

I get a LOT of part time clients.

I charge more per day for them, all of my clients have different rates. My LOWEST daily rates are for FT M-F kids with a late drop off and an early/before 4pm...
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum 12-11-2018, 12:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,844
Posted By daycarediva
Typically you agree on policies and have a copy...

Typically you agree on policies and have a copy before enrolling.

Do you have a contract? What (if anything) did you sign?

Are you sure she's licensed?

My state requires us to have...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-11-2018, 12:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,254
Posted By daycarediva
This. I am soooo sick of 'drug addiction is a...

This. I am soooo sick of 'drug addiction is a disease' mentality. Drugs have destroyed my family (not immediate, extended). Why? Choice. You don't just wake up addited to heroin, you KNEW the risks...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-10-2018, 12:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,280
Posted By daycarediva
YEP! Not looking forward to the Thursday after...

YEP! Not looking forward to the Thursday after Christmas at ALL.

Every Monday and Tuesday it's 'retraining' all the bad habits. From the youngest toddler with the bottle at naps to the oldest...
Forum: Daycare and Taxes 12-05-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,262
Posted By daycarediva
Good question! I have a separate DC...

Good question!

I have a separate DC entrance. I decorate the porch and entryway seasonally. I was going to deduct it 100%. I'm assuming if it's shared usage it would be T/S.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-05-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6,208
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 707,350
Posted By daycarediva
INSANE! I don't cajole, bribe, reward,...

INSANE!

I don't cajole, bribe, reward, shame, etc for ANYTHING. Parents just :eek: when I refuse. But a party? Nope. I would be busy.
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