My name is Melanie Deslauriers and I am a loving mother of two wonderful boys, Weslee, 7 years and Kayden 9 years as well as Chloe, 4 years. I love spending time with my kids and have therefore decided to open a family run home daycare. Prwevious experience includes multiple summers of full time babysitting, 5.5 years of home daycare as well as the experience gained by being a parent. I have a bachelor's degree in sociology and am fluent in both French and English. I have also completed the First Aid and CPR course administered by Red Cross as well as a up to date criminal police check.
My goal is to provide your child with a safe environment where he/she can thrive and have the freedom to play and interact with other children his/her age. I believe that each child is unique and special in his/her own way and will make it my priority that each child receives the attention and encouragement that he/she deserves, thus helping them to strive and grow into being a happy and caring individual.
The children have access to a large playroom equipped with a variety of fun and educational toys. We are constantly rotating and acquiring toys to keep things new and exciting. The children will also have access to our backyard equipped with a sandbox and outdoor toys. Television will only be used for down time. There are also multiple parks in the vicinity includin a splash pad.
Toys are suitable for infants and toddlers alike and are fun for both girls and boys. I strongly believe in teaching children how to respect and treat theirs and others' property by showing them how to properly handle toys and by encouraging them to be gentle.
I love to cook and to try new recipes. Lunch for the children will typically be left over’s from our supper the night before and fresh made recipes.(Different meats, vegetables and sides) Snacks range from fruit, crackers and cheese to cheerios, etc. Snacks are also based on the child's needs.
I believe that parents should have an active role and be aware of how their child's day was spent. I will therefore provide each parent with a daily journal where we tell them a bit about their child's day including, nap, lunch, activities and new developments. I also use the journal for communicating changes and other important information regarding daycare. Secret Facebook group for parents only, including daily pictures of activities etc.
