My kid

[AmandaKDT]

My youngest was 11 months old when I started the daycare. I let her follow me around as I do things for the other kids as much as possible, and help as much as possible. She is 22 months old now.

I don't know your setup, but the baby gate to keep her out of the bathroom might have to go. I find I have to make concessions for my own kids that I wouldn't make for the daycare kids.

It sounds like tough love at nap time is necessary, just put her to bed and walk out. Put all the other ones to bed and if she is still crying when you have everyone in bed then go back and check on her.

It is definitely harder taking care of my own two girls than the daycare kids. They are well behaved but are definitely more demanding of my attention since I am their mommy. My 4.5 year old isn't too bad now, she is pretty independent. But my younger daughter keeps me busy.

I try to give hugs and kisses during the day, but the most focused attention they get is at the end of the day after supper.