I agree, it's really cool that the parents were up front and honest about the vomitting. However, at the end of the day it isn't going to matter...whether or not the provider is made aware and the child attends, the child risks infecting the rest of the group. My dc parents are always up front as well, but it is my responsibility as a caregiver to protect the other kids. I always thank them profusely for their honesty, and remind them that the 24 hrs policy is in place to protect the whole group and prevent me from having to close. I also remind them that I do the same with other children to prevent her children from becoming ill. They are always understanding, which is why they were honest in the first place.

Of course, I'm one of those people who can't wrap their heads around why a parent would even want to send their child who has been throwing up to daycare in the first place!!