Running a home daycare is a challenging yet rewarding task. As a daycare provider, you need to attend to children’s physical, mental, and emotional needs daily. However, there might come a time when you need to close your home daycare for various reasons, whether personal or professional. With this, it is crucial to understand the …
One of the most challenging decisions a daycare provider has to make is whether to re-enroll a family that has left their daycare. Understandably, families leave for a variety of reasons, including price. However, should you accept them despite their departure if they ask to come back? In this blog post, we explore the pros …
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As a daycare provider, it is common to feel guilty about taking paid vacation time or sick days. But why should you feel guilty? Just like any other employee, you deserve time off to rest and recharge. In fact, taking time off can actually benefit both you and the children in your care. So, in …
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Do you have a daycare waitlist, or are you thinking of starting one? Are you looking for ways to manage it effectively and keep everyone happy? If so, then this blog post is for you! We’ll cover some tips on how to manage a daycare waitlist. So that everyone stays happy – from the parents …
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In today’s world, cell phones have become an integral part of our lives. From adults to kids, we all depend on phones to stay connected with our loved ones. However, the decision becomes tricky when it comes to allowing kids to bring their cell phones to a home daycare. Some daycare providers are comfortable with …
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Running a daycare is a rewarding job, but it can also be financially challenging. From toys and games to snacks and supplies, the list of necessary daycare expenses seems never-ending. Luckily, there are ways to save money as a daycare provider, including writing off certain expenses on your taxes. One question that many daycare providers …
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One of the most common causes of discomfort for infants and toddlers is teething. Teething is a natural process where teeth emerge from the gums, but it can be a painful experience for children. As a result, many daycare centers have established teething policies to help manage this process and ensure that children receive proper …
As a daycare provider, you know that providing quality care for children includes ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. One crucial way to do this is by having a policy in place for outdoor play. Here’s why an outdoor play policy is so essential for daycare providers. Safety First When children play outdoors, …
Daycare providers know all too well that the number one thing you can do is to keep your facility clean and free of germs. You probably already have a strict cleaning schedule and policies to promote good hygiene among yourself and the children in your care. And that’s why it’s crucial to have a pink …
A daycare nap time policy can benefit everyone involved – the children, the parents, and the providers. With a set policy in place, providers can ensure that all the children receive proper naps and that all parties are on the same schedule. Clear communication about naps is beneficial for parents who want to know their …