Forum: Caring for children

Hi ladies. It's been a while since I've been here! I found I get more done with my computer off! :laugh: However, I'm in need of help! I have...

I have a 3.5yo girl in my care, everyone else is between 5 and 7. (I dont have the 1 yo over the summer). Its been a challenge with her from the...

Hello, What are your thoughts or experience on caring for a 1 year old, 1 and occasionally 2 times a week. I have my doubts, but before I decide,...

Hi everyone, I have siblings starting next week (dcb 3 years old and dcg 1 year old). The dcb was here before his mom went on mat leave and he is...

So, this 1 year old DCG came to me in June @8 months not able to sit up or swallow anything but purée. I have worked hard with her, she now sits,...

My group had mastered personal space, only food in our mouths & clean up one toy/activity before you get another. Then I had a 1 year old start 2...

A 15mo dcg has developed a habit of screaming-a high pitched shriek, where it hurts my ear to pick her up. It's usually when tired-yesterday it was...

Wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to deal with this, because I'm at my wits' end! I have 3 1-year-olds: 1 of my own (13 months), 1...

I interviewed a family who is looking for a spot in my program for their 12 mo old. Not only do they want a full 10.5/11 hrs a day (the maximum time...

I had a 11 month old start on November 1st (well, he turned 11 mos last week). He seems to be adjusting fairly well except for the fact that he will...

I just recently have opened a daycare in my home, and my son appears to be showing signs of jealousy. He has been hanging off my legs trying to be...

I have a little one who started the beginning of Nov., he has 2 naps a day. Up until today he would cry for 20 minutes, sleep for 30 minutes and wake...

What do you like best and find the most challenging about 12-18-month-olds? I currently have 2.5-5.5-year-olds and am considering what it would be...

I am having trouble with my 14 month old son adjusting to care. I started in April and I currently have two full time girls (2 and 11months) and a...

Hi All, Just wondering if any of you have any tips for getting a 14 month old to eat fruit and veggies. I offer them at each snack and just...