Problems with Day Care Provider

Hi K.,
These are not small problems, and since it sounds like this couple has been watching children for a long time, the problems are unlikely to stop. This is just how they do it. If I were you, I would look into a different childcare situation. Good luck,
J.

I agree,that this couple will not change and you may have to find another day care who understands your needs and concerns.I have been reading a book on child language development and there's a chapter that discusses the use of sippy cup.It says that The Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children use sippy cup sparingly because drinking from sippy cup immerses the child's front teeth in liquid which increases the risk of developing tooth decay.This risk increases if they are allowed to fall asleep with it.Your child's health and well being should not only be your concern but also of those who take care of him when you're not around.And if these people are nonchalant about it,then they are probably not the right ones to be trusted with your precious baby.
Good luck.

I am not sure where you are located but I have a home daycare and have an opening. I can assure you these things do not occur in every home daycare. Should you wish to discuss this further with me please let me know. Thanks and good luck. ____@____.com.

To correct the situation, you just take your son out of it. This type of care by a provider is totally uncalled for and they shouldn't even be caring for children. If it's a bother to change a diaper even ONE more time, how much of a bother is it to play with the kids. Just wondering what type of loving care they actually provide. Are they licensed? If so, then you should at least state your concerns to the licensing agency. The other parents should be aware of the issues if they aren't already.

Anyone who knows kids knows that you don't put them down to sleep with a drink. Period. No only because he will drink old milk, but it causes tooth decay and opens the posibility of choking when no one is there with him. LICENSED daycare homes know that you must HOLD the baby while they drink to promote trust and love. Without trust from child to caregiver, the child will never develop properly.

Regardless of who cares for your child, the caregiver will either promote a healthy learning future for your child or an unhealthy one.

I am a licensed home daycare. I URGE YOU to call CCC's resource & referral line at ###-###-#### or go to www.childcarepinellas.org and find someone else. Interview at least 3 before you decide on one.... and don't go by location or price. Go with what FEELS right to YOU.

GOOD LUCK!
M.

Honestly, I was horrified reading this, I know your question is a few months old, but it sounds like you need to remove your child asap. I am a childcare person, I watch little ones in my home. If they are not doing it, then they wont! If you complain too much, than they will just hide diapers and not do it. I was a lead teacher in a day care and in a church! You will not believe the way things are done, and the people who just do not care. If you need help call me anytime! I live near rock crusher, and will do what I can. I have refernces, or can refer you to someone else. C. ###-###-####

I’m sorry!! I can really understand and feel your frustration. I had a friend of mine watch my first son when I went back to work and when I would pick him up I would see things and it bothered me. I did mention it to her, in a nice way but then it would keep happening. I ended up just stepping down in my job then eventually becoming a stay at home Mom. I started watching a little girl in my home and the first thing I told her Mom was, that if she didn’t like anything I was doing please tell me. I feel that since I’m watching someone’s else’s child they may or may not like some of the thing I do. I have never had any problems and she never complained of anything. I just think that if you don’t have open communication with the person watching your child things will continue to bother you and I speak of this from experience. Your not talking about something small, your child is sitting in wet/poppy diapers and drinking spoiled milk!! It sounds like its just a lazy issue. Your hours are great, its not like there waking up early to watch your son. Maybe because he’s getting older and getting in to things they cant keep up with him? I would suggest you sit down and talk to them about your concerns and if things don’t change you should probably start looking for a new babysitter. Good luck and if you need to vent or need more advice please feel free to contact me.

I would find a new childcare setting. It sounds like they do not put much effort into your child's care. What else are they slacking on? I would really consider going somewhere else!

Well, coming from my standpoint, I just took in a 6 week old. I told his mother, YOU are his mother, not me. What you say, goes, even if I don't agree with it, because you are the parent. If they can't see this, then I would look into something different. If that happened to me, I would see it as a lack of respect on their part. You are his mom, you know and love your child like nobody else can. I would put my foot down and if it doesn't change, I would find something else.

i have a daycare in my home and i always change there dipers very often so thay dont get a rash and going to sleep with a bottle our a sippy cup i dont do i hope you are able to find someone that you are happy with

were do you live,maybe it might be best to find someone else,they are not giving your child proper care,there are plenty of other care places,even maybe a day care ,would be better