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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-13-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 600
Posted By Crazy8
I sent home the gifts wrapped.... got one text...

I sent home the gifts wrapped.... got one text Friday from mom thanking me, and another on Sunday. Other 3 I haven't heard from yet, but expect 2 will thank me when they see them. The other one...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-03-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 159
Posted By Crazy8
That's pretty much what I'm planning on doing...

That's pretty much what I'm planning on doing now, just wanted something that really differentiates the names of each of them - I think I will go with Financial Agreement. I think people pay...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-03-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 159
Posted By Crazy8
What should I title this form?

I am making a new form that is JUST the financial end of my agreement with parents and not sure what to call it.

Right now I have a "parent/provider agreement" which is like a contract and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 05-03-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 269
Posted By Crazy8
I have never taken a sick day for myself in the...

I have never taken a sick day for myself in the almost 13 years I have been open. I've had to take a handful of personal days in that time.

I supply tissues/wipes for kids so that part is not an...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-29-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 527
Posted By Crazy8
If you are home with other daycare kids I don't...

If you are home with other daycare kids I don't see the big deal, she even gave a text saying she was on her way. I know this isn't the popular opinion here but I think sometimes people get so...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-27-2013, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 327
Posted By Crazy8
any medication needs to be in its original...

any medication needs to be in its original container with the name of the patient & prescribing doctor on it. NO EXCEPTIONS. I am guessing you have that rule in your contract, if not tell her it is...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-23-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 170
Posted By Crazy8
this is perfect, thank you!!! All of the above...

this is perfect, thank you!!! All of the above are great, but this seems to really convey that "do it and your time automatically changes" that I want to get across.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-23-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 170
Posted By Crazy8
How Would You Word This Re: Contracted Hours??

I run on contracted hours and will have people contract for 7am (my earliest) when they start and they will maybe come at 7am for the first few weeks and then they must realize they don't need that...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-23-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 488
Posted By Crazy8
I would have texted her back and said to please...

I would have texted her back and said to please bring in a letter with your last date of care. If they gave notice on Monday I would allow that - with the two full weeks being May 3rd as last day of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-19-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 640
Posted By Crazy8
I've had that same parent here with the same...

I've had that same parent here with the same passive aggressive comments.... the funny thing was when I didn't tell them their child napped they claimed they went to sleep no problem at night. I'm...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-18-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 640
Posted By Crazy8
always a wipe! Regardless of how sterile urine is...

always a wipe! Regardless of how sterile urine is it still stinks and everyone can use a little freshening up down there after sitting with that wetness against their skin!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-14-2013, 06:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 185
Posted By Crazy8
we just have 2 little bettas in a little...

we just have 2 little bettas in a little filterless tank with a divider (bettas are fighting fish and can't be housed together or with other fish). I change part of the water every few days and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-12-2013, 06:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 284
Posted By Crazy8
just thinking about this today as my first...

just thinking about this today as my first arrival was 10 min. early and I was pissed! 10 min in the morning makes a BIG difference in how ready I am!!!

I don't have a policy but would like to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-11-2013, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 324
Posted By Crazy8
If you have their written permission form in your...

If you have their written permission form in your file then I wouldn't bother.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 06:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 107
Posted By Crazy8
my pack n' play sleepers are all in separate...

my pack n' play sleepers are all in separate bedrooms upstairs - anyone on mats are in one room - ages usually 2-4, sometimes a little younger or a little older.

I know some regulations don't...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 129
Posted By Crazy8
I usually wait till they are about 20-24 months...

I usually wait till they are about 20-24 months to transition too. I don't usually have too much trouble but every once in a while I have the kid who takes a few days to get used to it. It often...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 320
Posted By Crazy8
I always know its around there cause my bday is...

I always know its around there cause my bday is that same week. Years ago a dcm came in with a gift/flowers for me and I said "how did you know it was my bday?" and she said she didn't, it was for...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 72
Posted By Crazy8
thanks Blackcat! I am going to be providing the...

thanks Blackcat! I am going to be providing the sunscreen unless they have allergies so mine will have to be worded differently.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 72
Posted By Crazy8
If You Have A Form For Applying Sunscreen....

can you share the wording???? I think I want to update mine and looking for ideas.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 782
Posted By Crazy8
there are a lot of factors to take into...

there are a lot of factors to take into consideration, like the SPF of the sunscreen, the skin (fair, olive, etc.) of the children in care, what is considered an "average" temperature day in your...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 293
Posted By Crazy8
I tell a parent before I make a change from pnp...

I tell a parent before I make a change from pnp to mat. But I do TELL them, not ASK them. I will just let them know next week we'll be giving the mat a try and I will let them know how it goes. I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-10-2013, 09:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 266
Posted By Crazy8
I bought a table and 6 plastic chairs from...

I bought a table and 6 plastic chairs from www.ecmdstore.com when I started my daycare 12 years ago and am still using the same stuff and its still in perfect condition!!!! Not sure if they are the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-09-2013, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 180
Posted By Crazy8
ok, that sounds like all the things I have. I...

ok, that sounds like all the things I have. I had it broken in areas: 1. kitchen/workbench (w/dolls, crib, etc.), 2. trains/cars & blocks, 3. bookcase/chair as a reading area, 4. a basic "toy" area...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 04-09-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 180
Posted By Crazy8
Best Toys And/Or Centers For 2 Year Olds And Younger??

I have a smaller playroom area with a few odd shapes - it was hard to arrange but I finally had it so that it worked well for the kids (posted pics a while back). Now I went and bought this awesome...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-30-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 720
Posted By Crazy8
I am a little confused by your response, you ARE...

I am a little confused by your response, you ARE a 2 income family by doing daycare, regardless of how many kids you take, yet in one breathe you are saying no, you don't need 2 incomes and in...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-29-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 720
Posted By Crazy8
I can only answer for my own family and I can...

I can only answer for my own family and I can tell you I wouldn't be doing daycare if we didn't need my income, but my idea of "need" and yours may be different and that's ok. COL is pretty high...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-29-2013, 11:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 198
Posted By Crazy8
I have 4 boys and only 1 girl. When I was...

I have 4 boys and only 1 girl. When I was interviewing for a new baby I interviewed 4 pregnant families - ALL were pregnant with boys!!! Then one of my dc mom's got pregnant, thought this would...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-29-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 301
Posted By Crazy8
LOL! I was wondering the same thing! But we don't...

LOL! I was wondering the same thing! But we don't butter anything here except toast so I thought maybe I am weird! I used to love pop tarts when I was younger and skinny - now I can't buy them cause...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-27-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 449
Posted By Crazy8
LOL, I do that all too often!! The great...

LOL, I do that all too often!!

The great thing about Amazon prime is I will just order the 1 item because I don't have to worry about spending enough to get free shipping or combining shipping...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-27-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 278
Posted By Crazy8
an infant is under 12 months. I think when I...

an infant is under 12 months. I think when I first started it was below 15 months. 12-24m is considering a toddler.

Our rules are confusing, because you can have certain # under 12 months,...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-21-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 234
Posted By Crazy8
can I add on a question for those who use...

can I add on a question for those who use them.... where do you store them?? I use folding mats because I can store them right on the shelves under the changing table. I'm going to need new ones...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-21-2013, 10:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 300
Posted By Crazy8
i vote scam!!! once you reply they will have...

i vote scam!!! once you reply they will have your email address and then people start getting spam emails that look like they come from you!! not sure how it all works but I won't even sell stuff...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-20-2013, 10:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 769
Posted By Crazy8
I don't have a no cupcake policy but I do what...

I don't have a no cupcake policy but I do what you did - wipe most of the frosting off them and split them in half and we have them for afternoon snack so kids eat them and go home. I hate when...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-20-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 219
Posted By Crazy8
ROTFL!!! I've had that happen after I post...

ROTFL!!! I've had that happen after I post something too, but it dies down after a while. I need someone to get the ball rolling again, LOL!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-19-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 168
Posted By Crazy8
Amen. This is what I've always done and have...

Amen. This is what I've always done and have never had anyone leave owing me a dime! Eliminates the problem entirely!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-16-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 363
Posted By Crazy8
I have a traditional changing table in the corner...

I have a traditional changing table in the corner of my playroom. All my kids are in diapers - having to pull out and put away a changing pad would be more of a pain for me and I don't like having...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-13-2013, 06:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 518
Posted By Crazy8
It is the same here, no one charges full rate for...

It is the same here, no one charges full rate for kids who take the summers off so if you did people wouldn't choose you for their childcare needs.

I have tried different methods over the years. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 03-01-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 171
Posted By Crazy8
I work FB the same way - I have even told parents...

I work FB the same way - I have even told parents when they join my dc page that they are welcome to block me from viewing their own pages - but no one ever has. I have decided I will occasionally...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-28-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 79
Posted By Crazy8
This is the wording for (a): (a) The...

This is the wording for (a):

(a) The provider shall care for no more than the following number of INFANTS and TODDLERS unless a second caregiver is present: (then gives the stipulations)

Where...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-28-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 79
Posted By Crazy8
I'm the opposite, I'd never want all SA, LOL!!! ...

I'm the opposite, I'd never want all SA, LOL!!! Where the heck does it say anything on ages up to 14??? I really don't see ANYTHING mentioning kids over 6 years old (actually everything states...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-28-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 79
Posted By Crazy8
Monmouth. Is there anything in writing that says...

Monmouth. Is there anything in writing that says that they are counted?
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 02-28-2013, 11:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 79
Posted By Crazy8
Any NJ Home Providers?? School Age Kids??

I don't usually take school agers so never paid much attention to the rules in that area - I am always focused on the infant/toddler ratios - but I need to know how school age children are figured in...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-24-2013, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 218
Posted By Crazy8
I don't care if they follow me on pinterest, I...

I don't care if they follow me on pinterest, I even use my dc name on pinterest instead of my real name - I just hate that it may spoil some of our gifty crafts - because that's where all my ideas...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-24-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 420
Posted By Crazy8
nope, would not refund. She paid you the friday...

nope, would not refund. She paid you the friday before for you to be available for the 4 days the following week - that slot was theirs to use - the fact that they only used 1 day is not your...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-21-2013, 06:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 366
Posted By Crazy8
I believe that is the law here too. If that's...

I believe that is the law here too. If that's the case where you live I would not report. It may be poor parenting but if it is not a violation of any daycare regulations it shouldn't be reported.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-21-2013, 06:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 300
Posted By Crazy8
I use "daycare" in my business name - as one...

I use "daycare" in my business name - as one word. I think Child Care looks fine as 2 words but Day Care seems weird to me, totally just my opinion, I know its completely acceptable!! Anyway, I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-20-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 404
Posted By Crazy8
I had some dcp's on my fb page from before I...

I had some dcp's on my fb page from before I created a page just for dc parents. Its never been much of a problem because I'm not a "share everything" type on fb but I did get annoyed when they'd...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-19-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 234
Posted By Crazy8
exactly same here.... I've always done it this...

exactly same here.... I've always done it this way and never had anyone question it, ever. But if someone did I would let them know that I will offer the same service to them - when my rates go up...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-16-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,854
Posted By Crazy8
exactly!! If you were working and your boss told...

exactly!! If you were working and your boss told you he didn't need you for a month but you needed the income you would go out and get a new job. Your daycare provider needs to do the same.

I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-03-2013, 10:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 498
Posted By Crazy8
I get the following PAID holidays: New Years...

I get the following PAID holidays:

New Years Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 01-03-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 324
Posted By Crazy8
I would flat out ask the parents of the 3 year...

I would flat out ask the parents of the 3 year old if they are available to interview this weekend. If they are not, let them know that you will be making your decision on this weekends interviews...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-31-2012, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 218
Posted By Crazy8
every 2 weeks is VERY different than 2x a month. ...

every 2 weeks is VERY different than 2x a month. If your rate is $130/week they would pay $260 every 2 weeks. How many weeks in a month would have nothing to do with it because they will pay you...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-20-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 231
Posted By Crazy8
I use an ear thermometer but have thought of...

I use an ear thermometer but have thought of trying the forehead one. I think if you are averaging and know there is a slight fever involved a little point something doesn't make much of a...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-20-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 477
Posted By Crazy8
YES. My doors are always locked - even if front...

YES. My doors are always locked - even if front door is open, the glass door will be locked. My neighborhood is quiet during the day and thats usually when you read about break ins - when people...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-20-2012, 08:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 522
Posted By Crazy8
LOL, I did think of that!!!

LOL, I did think of that!!!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-20-2012, 07:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 522
Posted By Crazy8
Maybe I wasn't clear - I am giving them a gift...

Maybe I wasn't clear - I am giving them a gift certificate to MY home daycare - so they can use it to reduce their tuition one week in the future. Its a gift to the family to show my appreciation for...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-19-2012, 08:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 522
Posted By Crazy8
Would You Still Give This Gift To A Parent?

I wrote out gift certificates for my families a few days ago - plan to give out on Friday. The amounts vary based on their weekly rates. One part time family is getting a $20 gc - about 15% of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-19-2012, 08:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 461
Posted By Crazy8
I'll take about 3-4" of that fluffy white stuff...

I'll take about 3-4" of that fluffy white stuff for Christmas!!! You can keep the rest!!! I don't understand this crazy weather - we had a hurricane and snow storm a week apart back in October and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-19-2012, 08:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 472
Posted By Crazy8
Willow, LOVE both of your projects!!! I have...

Willow, LOVE both of your projects!!! I have them both pinned on pinterest too.

Today I did pics of the kids with handprint "antlers" and laminated them and tomorrow we are doing the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-19-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 519
Posted By Crazy8
the daycare parent is "sort of" right in their...

the daycare parent is "sort of" right in their thinking - they are basically paying "extra" each month for the months with 5 weeks. I think if you had charged a flat monthly fee from the start there...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-19-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 429
Posted By Crazy8
I would have been backing out of the driveway at...

I would have been backing out of the driveway at 8:59. Their problem, not yours!!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-18-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 251
Posted By Crazy8
there are 52 weeks in a year, how are there not...

there are 52 weeks in a year, how are there not 52 weeks of care????

You could give her the 4.3333 formula instead if she's hung up on the 52 weeks thing. Since some months have 4 weeks and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2012, 07:19 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,018
Posted By Crazy8
grrrrrr!!!!! hate when I am in the middle of...

grrrrrr!!!!! hate when I am in the middle of reading and realize a thread is over 2 years old!!! why do we bump these things???
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2012, 11:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 190
Posted By Crazy8
I just did a Saturday "parents day" for that - I...

I just did a Saturday "parents day" for that - I feel like a bulk # of hours is more helpful than an hour here or there but that's just how I do things and I hate the idea of extending my day any...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 472
Posted By Crazy8
What Crafts/Gifts Are DCK's Giving Parents This Year???

I know we've had threads like this in the past, but would love a new updated one with what everyone is doing this year? ADD PHOTOS if you can!!!!!!
And what's been your BEST one from previous...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 309
Posted By Crazy8
dang, I thought this was going to give me an idea...

dang, I thought this was going to give me an idea on something to make for my dck's.... but I can't do that!! Amazing. They are beautiful and I'm sure they will love them!!!!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-17-2012, 10:46 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 923
Posted By Crazy8
I just say I run a home daycare. They can think...

I just say I run a home daycare. They can think what they want about it - I love what I do and it pays the bills too - not everyone can say that about their jobs!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-14-2012, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 285
Posted By Crazy8
we've communicated mostly by email so I want to...

we've communicated mostly by email so I want to send a letter that way. They said they wanted the spot but I had other interviews scheduled for that week so told them I'd get back to them - so...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-14-2012, 10:09 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,152
Posted By Crazy8
they are saying 26 dead. so so sad. :(

they are saying 26 dead. so so sad. :(
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-14-2012, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 285
Posted By Crazy8
I don't see how that is the same question at...

I don't see how that is the same question at all???? I am looking for a letter to let a family know I chose someone else. Don't see any sample letter in that post????
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-13-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,585
Posted By Crazy8
I know I am a cynic but I'd be thinking she only...

I know I am a cynic but I'd be thinking she only wants to meet to copy what you do and maybe get some of your forms, etc.

I'm envious of the areas where there is enough business to go around, it...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-13-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 285
Posted By Crazy8
Need Wording Help For Letter On Not Taking A Client

I need to let a family know I chose someone else for my upcoming opening and keep getting stuck on how to word it. I would love to take them on in the future, but I won't have the space until at...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-11-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Crazy8
In the 11 years I've been running my daycare it...

In the 11 years I've been running my daycare it is more the norm than not to see the mentality "well I'm paying for it" - and that means bringing the kids when home with a new baby as well as all...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-11-2012, 08:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 337
Posted By Crazy8
I do allow children to be in the playroom, but we...

I do allow children to be in the playroom, but we then conduct our interview in there - I won't leave them in there unattended. If parents would rather sit at an adult height table then the child...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-10-2012, 06:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 251
Posted By Crazy8
the kids do get over it quickly. My DS is now 9...

the kids do get over it quickly. My DS is now 9 and practically grew up with a few boys that I had who were the same age as him. They were like the 3 amigos for 3 years!! But aside from kind of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-10-2012, 05:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 560
Posted By Crazy8
We always make something for the kids to give...

We always make something for the kids to give them and then I give them a little thank you card with a gift certificate in it - how much it is depends on their weekly rate, it averages about 10-15%...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-07-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 198
Posted By Crazy8
thanks!! That is where I'm leaning on these...

thanks!! That is where I'm leaning on these families but needed to hear it from someone else too.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-07-2012, 06:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 198
Posted By Crazy8
How do you choose a client?? Which one?

Met with 2 prospective clients recently, both seemed like very nice expecting couples. I will have one opening coming up and not sure which one to pick. I understand as a pregnant mom wanting to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 12-01-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 445
Posted By Crazy8
No, absolutely would not charge. I often have...

No, absolutely would not charge. I often have kids start right after labor day - would never think of charging them for that holiday since their official start date is after! I would prorate the...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-19-2012, 06:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 631
Posted By Crazy8
The fact that they just started REALLY means you...

The fact that they just started REALLY means you need to stick to your policies!!! Believe me, you will be glad you did.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-19-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 169
Posted By Crazy8
my own little one is sports obsessed so he loves...

my own little one is sports obsessed so he loves the sets by Kaskey Kids. I was selling a ton of figures at my garage sale last summer and I was shocked at how quickly they were scooped up!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-18-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 450
Posted By Crazy8
I worked a part time job a few nights a week and...

I worked a part time job a few nights a week and weekends for my first 4 years running my daycare. It was hard but my husband was a great help with the kids at home. For me it helped to look at it...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-17-2012, 06:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 424
Posted By Crazy8
I don't let my dck's near my ipad!!!! But I saw...

I don't let my dck's near my ipad!!!! But I saw the iGuy case in Target the other day and thought it was so funny looking I wanted it, LOL!! M-Edge also makes a big fat rubbery kind.

I've...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By Crazy8
oh I know the healthy foods do keep them going...

oh I know the healthy foods do keep them going but I just don't think it requires an immediate dose of miralax if they have a day where they only go once or even if god forbid they skip a day. Of...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 297
Posted By Crazy8
trucks have been thru here all week picking up...

trucks have been thru here all week picking up trees from the hurricane.... keeping the kiddos occupied all day, LOL!!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2012, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By Crazy8
The Poop Obsessed Parent....

does anyone else have one of these?? this is my 2nd one in recent years. A 2-3 year old not potty trained child poops at least 4-5x a day while here and I'm sure parents are getting a morning and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-16-2012, 10:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 337
Posted By Crazy8
isn't hairspray supposed to work on ink?? I...

isn't hairspray supposed to work on ink?? I think I'd try that first. Magic eraser may work but may also take some of the color off (it did on my walls anyway!).

I think if it doesn't come out...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-15-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 427
Posted By Crazy8
bye bye.... see you in about a month, LOL!!!! ...

bye bye.... see you in about a month, LOL!!!! Pinterest is a HUGE time suck for me. I can sit down at nap time or late at night and say I'm just going to browse/pin for a few minutes and next thing...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-15-2012, 06:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 397
Posted By Crazy8
ok, seems others do 6 months also, I was afraid...

ok, seems others do 6 months also, I was afraid that seemed too long but I didn't want to do 3 months because of the Sept thru Dec. thing. I base mine on calendar year - since I don't do SA kids and...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-15-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 444
Posted By Crazy8
I think google/my website get me the most clients...

I think google/my website get me the most clients now. I think I come up some way in almost any search someone does for daycare and my town.

When I started I did more with flyers on grocery...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-15-2012, 06:42 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,793
Posted By Crazy8
so glad to read your update!!! Enjoy your time...

so glad to read your update!!! Enjoy your time as a family. I have a friend who was also a dc provider and without going into all the details I will just say after being given a very bleak outlook...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 249
Posted By Crazy8
I don't have sick days (for me) in my policies at...

I don't have sick days (for me) in my policies at all - if I had to close unexpectedly for any reason no payment would be due. I'm not sure I understand the cap on them if they are not paid either. ...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 397
Posted By Crazy8
when does your contract period start/end? I don't...

when does your contract period start/end? I don't have a contract end time, its just until they leave or needs change, etc.
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 314
Posted By Crazy8
OMG! I only take one baby at a time - can't...

OMG! I only take one baby at a time - can't imagine how you do it with so many!!! I do have a bunch of almost/just 2 year olds right now and its a great group - you will probably love it when they...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 164
Posted By Crazy8
I have thought of doing the same thing, but I...

I have thought of doing the same thing, but I feel like the extra $3-4/week that would make up my weeks vacation time would be unnoticed where NOT getting a weeks pay right before going on vacation...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 09:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 397
Posted By Crazy8
Letting Parents "Accrue" Unpaid Days???

I know some of us give families either sick or vacation days where they don't have to pay. I am looking for a way to maybe make them accrue these days, at least in their first year.

Right now I...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-14-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 427
Posted By Crazy8
I let my parents choose weekly or bi-weekly, but...

I let my parents choose weekly or bi-weekly, but I only have 5 to deal with - would never work for me for 13 families!! I don't like to get too far ahead like monthly payments in the event I have to...
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-13-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 439
Posted By Crazy8
only thing I think I would have done differently...

only thing I think I would have done differently was show her the rash when she came to pick him up (if you didn't do that??).
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-13-2012, 05:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 676
Posted By Crazy8
Are you in the US??? I thought banks would have...

Are you in the US??? I thought banks would have to close for federal holidays - there are a lot more than 4 of those in a year!
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum 11-13-2012, 05:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 676
Posted By Crazy8
I get 9 paid holidays and 1 week paid vacation...

I get 9 paid holidays and 1 week paid vacation per year - I would say EVERY parent I've had over the last 10 years gets WAAAAYYYYYY more than that!!! I don't do subsidy, so almost all my clients...
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