I agree with Skysue 100%. Whenever I have any questions about a child's behaviour or routine, or anything for that matter I speak to the parents about it daily and never keep my mouth shut or let the problem continue. We have to fix things before they get to be habits or out of control and we have to work together with the parents as a team. The children need consistency and I believe that wholeheartedly.

I also approach the parents by asking them if they noticed what I saw and mention that I know that children behave differently at home where they are the only ones than they do at daycare where they are part of a peer group. You have to make sure the parent knows you are willing to work with them and that you are not blaming their parenting skills but that you know you want to help the child become an independent, resilient, happy little person.