It can be hard to get that first client! Especially as you have only one child who is only 12 months old. Parents may worry that you don't have enough experience...they may want someone who has been through all the stages already and not new and learning like they are. That said, I am sure you are quite capable of taking on the challenge. How many kids do you plan to take? Are you taking more than one at the same time or starting out gradually? I found that spacing out the starting dates of each child by a month or two really helped when starting out. As others have suggested, have a menu and a smaple daily schedule (mine is more like a routine as I don't use a schedule...it just gives an idea of what the kids will be doing all day including outside time, any outings, arts and crafts, etc). Having your contract and policies written up to give to parents really helps and makes you look professional and organized also. Good luck!