Agree 110%!!!! Obviously changing dirty diapers is part of the job as is everything else we do as caregivers on a regular basis. The reality is that it's always nice to be appreciated, whether the recipient means it or not, hearing that "thank you" after a really stressful day can actually lift your spirits and give you that boost that we often need. I know myself as a mom to 2 young children, I have enough stress of my own juggling the kids and house chores so trust me, when someone spits out a thank you here and there for doing something "out of the norm" it goes a long way. I didn't intend on my thread to pick people to pieces whether they contradicted something in their post or not. I personally enjoy reading feedback from fellow providers and honestly, visit here daily for sense of sanity most days and for a huge "pick me upper" as clearly I am not the only one who has to deal with certain issues and this is a wonderful portal for fellow support!