Leaving your baby in someone else’s care can bring up a surprising number of questions. Will they be comforted when they cry? Will someone notice the little cues you know so well? What will they actually do all day when they are still too young for the kinds of...
There are plenty of parenting decisions where someone is eager to tell you the “right” answer. Child care tends to be one of them. In reality, choosing between a nanny and daycare is much more personal. One family may love having a caregiver come to their home....
Drop-off and pickup are easy enough to picture. It is the stretch in between that parents often wonder about. What does your child actually do all day? Is there a set schedule? How much time is spent playing? When do meals, outdoor time, and rest fit in? If you are...
A preschooler carries napkins to the lunch table. A toddler returns a book to the shelf after story time. An older child helps check the weather before the class heads outside. These may seem like small moments, but children often take them seriously. Being trusted...
A daycare may feel warm and welcoming during a tour, but the practical details matter too. Before you enroll, you should understand what care includes, how the schedule works, which policies affect your family, and who will answer questions once your child begins....
If you’re wondering whether you’ve missed the “right” age to enroll your child in daycare, you’re certainly not alone. It’s one of the most common questions parents ask, especially when they’re preparing for a new job, a move,...
