Forum: Caring for children

I have a 13 month boy who is on his fifth week. He is at daycare 3 days a week tuesday wednesday and thursday). He is fantastic and everything is...

I have an almost 18mo DCK that I've posted about before. Sleeps 4:30/5 - 5, and takes two 20 minute naps at home all day. Kid is totally exhausted...

Hi all, do you have any advice on how to handle a pouting 4 yr old boy? Do I just ignore it, or try to get him to stop? Most of the time when I...

I have a new girl in my daycare. She started in March after her transition week in February. She has missed days here and there due to illness. She...

Hi everyone! 10 days away now from my due date and it seems that all these little monkeys in my care are beginning some monkey like behaviours now....

I am having a rough day today. Cranky wild kids!! Currently nap time but the 2 little ones (12 months and 16 months) are taking turns crying. I am...

I have a 2 year old that is just terrified of the other kids and any noises. He will hide under or behind anything he can find and just shakes and...

First let me say I've been doing daycare for years. Having said that my crew consists of 2.5yrs - 3 yrs of age. The last time I cared for an infant...

I have a 20-month-old dcb who has pretty crazy eating issues. The majority of his diet is still baby food. He'll eat dry carbs-crackers, cereal,...

Hi ladies, Spring is finally on its way. We have made it outside everyday this week and loving it. It was +2 yesterday when we went out. +5...

Anyone ever have a child who's hair was so long it drove you insane?!? I have one DCG who is two and has never had her hair cut and right now her...

Does anyone else feel like they are playing chess with nap time placement? :blink: 3 out of 5 days per week, I have 5 napping children here....

I need some encouragement. I have been running my home daycare for four years and I am currently going through a brutal transition period. This child...

Has anyone cared for a child with Williams Syndrome before? I have a little boy that has just started part time with me (today) and am curious to...

Have any of you ever transitioned a child while they were sick? This is the first full time week for a 13 month old girl I am transitioning. She...