I Don't Know What to Do... - Keller,TX

that's tough, but I think you have to do what you feel is right for your child, even if its a bit uncomfortable. Have you talked to your friend's mom about the things that bother you? That might be a start, but i'm not sure if it would really help as I don't know the situation. And if you have other reasons for switching his daycare - that aren't directly related to her, maybe you could emphasize those? Is her home a bit far out of your way, you could say you found a closer place to take him? Just throwing out ideas - I'm not necessarily trying to condone lying to her. I'd say think about what bothers you and how you could bring them up to discuss them. After all, this is your baby :) And only you, mama, knows what is best for him...

R.

Try telling her you feel like it might be time to put your child with other kids for interaction with others, and maybe a more learning environment. Good Luck.

You could say that you want him to have more social interaction with other children (if you switch him to a daycare with more kids in it). Also keep in mind that no caregiver is going to do everything exactly the way you want it and you just have to decide which things you can live with and which you can't.

Good luck, hope you find a great place - child care is such a difficult issue, I do not envy you!

I would talk to her about the issues you are concerned with. Open communication is key to any type of child care provider. She's been watching him since he was 3 months old, so he probably is bonded to her, so make sure the transition is in his best interest.

If she's truly agreeable, she'll understand and comply. Just be sure your concerns are reasonable, or things you can compromise on.

And if your best friend gets upset, she'll probably understand if you explain the situation to her.
If they are things you have serious concerns about, and she can't meet those demands, just thank her for the great care she has given him, and tell her you are glad to of had her for now, but really want him to be more integrated in a day care setting where you feel his needs will be met more in a way you are needing.