Annoying personality????

[SnugglySpot1986]

Hey there other Members!

I have recently opened up a dayhome in Calgary, Ab in October of last year. I have only had 4 children in my care, but i definitly find that there are some personalities i clash with through this time. I love all my kids, because i see the beauty in being a child, however there is only so far i can be pushed.
I have one child who is 5 (female) and she seems to be the most difficult. Everyday, i pick her up from preschool, down our street, and everyday without a doubt, she asks me " what are we doing today". In my mind i feel like i have set her up to have high expectations, as she is my eldest child. I also have two others in my care, 2 boys that are 3 years, and a little girl who is almost 2years. I have always tried to keep the kids as busy as possible with feild trips, park outtings, crafts, and playdates. I get very annoyed when i hear the question everyday, without any consideration of the other children in my care. I also have to mention that i am expecting my second child at the begining of July 2014. So i will have 2 children under 2 years to care for everyday on top of my dayhome children. I feel tired all the time, so i have let the activities slide a bit, not as many outtings, but we still do 2 playdates a week, and activities within the house, and in the backyard. I am overwhelmed by the insesent questioning from my 5 year old. I am trying to not let it bother me, but for some reason it still does. Helpful hints, or tips on how to deal with her attitude problem would be greatfully accepted.

[AmandaKDT]

Hey there other Members!

I have recently opened up a dayhome in Calgary, Ab in October of last year. I have only had 4 children in my care, but i definitly find that there are some personalities i clash with through this time. I love all my kids, because i see the beauty in being a child, however there is only so far i can be pushed.
I have one child who is 5 (female) and she seems to be the most difficult. Everyday, i pick her up from preschool, down our street, and everyday without a doubt, she asks me " what are we doing today". In my mind i feel like i have set her up to have high expectations, as she is my eldest child. I also have two others in my care, 2 boys that are 3 years, and a little girl who is almost 2years. I have always tried to keep the kids as busy as possible with feild trips, park outtings, crafts, and playdates. I get very annoyed when i hear the question everyday, without any consideration of the other children in my care. I also have to mention that i am expecting my second child at the begining of July 2014. So i will have 2 children under 2 years to care for everyday on top of my dayhome children. I feel tired all the time, so i have let the activities slide a bit, not as many outtings, but we still do 2 playdates a week, and activities within the house, and in the backyard. I am overwhelmed by the insesent questioning from my 5 year old. I am trying to not let it bother me, but for some reason it still does. Helpful hints, or tips on how to deal with her attitude problem would be greatfully accepted.

I would just be honest with her and tell her that we are just going to be playing with toys/playing outside everyday now because of the baby coming and that you don't feel well. If she is 5 years old then she is old enough to understand this. I have kids this age in my daycare and I find just telling the simple honest truth is best. She will probably keep asking, but young kids aren't necessarily the most considerate people, they aren't going to be worried about the fact that you have other younger kids to care for as well.

I don't usually do any special activities with my daycare kids that go to school, it is almost always just free play inside or outside, with some colouring books or other simple activities thrown in there. I usually save my planned activities and field trips for the kids that are with me all day. I know it is difficult having patience when you are tired and pregnant, I've been there!!