Need advice dealing with a shy, moody 3 yr old please!

[playfelt]

I am expecting there could be a notice for me in the upcoming weeks. Just started a 3 year old that moved here from Calgary - dad still there, mom here, mom not understanding that child is confused by it all. He is upset here because he informed me his provider that let him watch tv all day and eat whatever he wanted when he wanted so turning the tv off and saying no to a cookie request at 8:05 is not going over too well. Mom is concerned cause he settled after 2 days at his old daycare - wonder why. Doing whatever it takes so he doesn't whine is not a good provider. I went against my no taking older kids because I was loosing one to school and wanted a new pal for a child currently in care. Will have to wait and see if the notice comes from her to me or me to them.

[zen39]

Just letting you all know the dad just gave 2 weeks notice via email. I feel relieved yet worried about finances.

I know how worrying it can be financially losing a spot, but it will get filled. Don't give up hope and remember you are your own boss, don't sacrifice what you need to satisfy others. The worst thing we can do as daycare providers is to not protect our well being. We take great care of these children and we need to remember to do the same for ourselves.

When I first decided to do this job it was so I could be home with my own and also to decide how I wanted my day to be, be my own boss. I decide what stresses I allow into my life and lets face it, taking care of kids - there are stresses involved. But, we can decide which ones are tolerable. Don't accept disrespect from the parents and if it's not working with a child, despite all your best intentions, then maybe it is time for them to move on.

I wish you luck, keep us posted.