Low Cost Daycare Needed

Updated on October 26, 2009
A.T. asks from Brandon, FL
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I am an expectant first time mom due at the end of November. Due to my finances I will have to return to work after my baby is born which means I need to find a good daycare that takes children as young as six weeks. The problem is that my budget is very tight, I tried checking with the school readiness program that provides daycare assistance but they told me I make $1000 a year too much. Does anyone know of a daycare that wouldn't charge more than about $125 a week for newborns? It can be in Brandon, Tampa, Temple Terrace. Thanks!

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R.H.

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I know of a good place in Tampa, but it charges $145/week. The director is really nice, so I can ask if she would be willing to accept less. My newborn attended there when she was under 12 months of age. Now she goes to my older childs daycare. I know it's really difficult to find places, but don't forget that you can negotiate w/ the owners. The economy is tough and they need business too. I got $25 week discount by negotiating w/ our daycare. Send me a private message if interested, and I'll give you more details.

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K.D.

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Honestly, i don't think you will find one. you could try the churches. some of them have daycare and the costs are usually much lower. good luck!

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L.B.

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Hi A., My name is L. Brunswick and I live in Valrico which is near Brandon. I have one infant opening at 125.00/week. I am a Licensed Home Daycare Provider and have been for 12 years My license # is FHC 432080. If interested give me a call ###-###-####. Currently I have 2 full time and 1 part time child/children enrolled.

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S.L.

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A.,

I really like my infant's daycare, but they charge $175/week. Kathleen had a good idea with the churches and it would be great if Rita's contact would allow you to pay $125 instead of $145. But if none of the above ideas pan out, would it be possible for you to reduce your work hours (and, therefore, salary) just a little? That way, you could qualify for assistance AND spend a few more hours a week with your baby. I'm not sure if it would even out for you or if it's something you could do, but it's just a thought.

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