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I was searching through older posts & see that most providers take kids outside even when it's pretty cold. I have several who hate going out in...
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So the weather here is gorgeous now. Sunny, 70's, gorgeous days. (pollen, yes, but whatever). We finally finished out outdoor playspace and have been...
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I'm wondering what experienced providers have found is better- - morning or afternoon outdoor time?
or a bit of both?
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Just wondering..
Do you let your children play with sticks they find in the yard? What about rocks? Can they pick the grass?
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I checked the weather chart, but it doesn't have the info I need. I am trying to make a judgement call based on wind speed and fact that the pollen level...
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I have a dcb who has been here since March, he will be 2 in December. He loves being outside which is great because we are outside all day. It started...
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I take my kids out 30min in the morning and from 3:30-5:30 in the afternoon. I have a DCB who wears 2 layers of long sleeve shirts and overalls in this... -
We are outside from around 8:30-12 and then again from 3:30-5. Just wondering how often you put sunscreen on the kids? I do first thing in the morning...
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My daughter who is just little over 18 months had lots of mulch and small tree sticks inside her diaper when she came back from her daycare. They play...
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I have an 8 month old here who really can't tolerate more than 5 minutes of outdoor time now that the Temps are hitting 40-50 degrees. He has nice warm...
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I don't typically watch children under age 18 months. But I reluctantly (out of financial necessity) accepted a 10 month old. But when we go outside,... -
http://www.mostwatchedtoday.com/natu...scover-nature/
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I had a new dcb (17 months) start this week. He's a very sweet child, listens well. I adore having him in my program. The problem I'm having is going...
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Our daughter just moved from the infant room to a toddler room.
She is 1 1/2 years old. My wife stayed with her for a half day last week
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The sad post about the 3 yo boy strangling, prompted me to ask this question. At what age do you allow a child to stay outside by themselves, if at all?...
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But what are your kids loving outdoors right now?
Every morning we turn on the hose and fill up our water table. Mud pies galore. Drawing... -
I am SO TIRED of being in the house most of the day! I used to take my kids outside as much and as long as possible. But the group I have had for quite...
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What do we do when only two of our dck's absolutely don't like playing outside at all?
Our group consists of; myself, my hubby, our two... -
Summer is coming! (hopefully... :
What are your favorite outside activities? I am looking for some ideas on what to add to our play... -
I have a very active group and when possible we are outside. In nicer weather we spend hours outdoors. Since this winter has been kicking our bottoms,...
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I saw this on another discussion board and thought it was really interesting. I grew up not far from where 'the land' has been created and had a similar...
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It has recently been too cold for this to be an issue BUT...
I have a 3yo with PDD NOS and she is a "runner" for her momma. She... -
What happens when parents never take their almost 2 year old outside to play?
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So my DCM that didn't thank me for my after hours childcare last night came today and said her and her husband have been looking for a winter coat but...
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...who can't walk yet.
I have a dcb who is one and not walking yet. I need ideas for things he can do outside. I have grass but all he wants to... -
Do you let your daycare kids play in the dirt. I have many dirt spots, as the gophers/moles have made them. I do NOT let the kids play in those anymore....
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Does anyone go outside between lunch and quiet/nap time? I'm considering changing my daily schedule for this school year. I have mostly 3/4's (I have... -
So this is a new one for me. DCM texts "can you please keep DCG inside today, I'm very concerned about her. Heading to meeting. Explain later"...
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Trying to transition my one 11 month old to the one nap a day program, but running into a challenge.
He used to take his morning nap while... -
I have two drop in kids for a week and a half ages (almost) 3 and 5. They are my cousin's kids.
On a regular basis I have the following... -
Do you have or are you organizing an outdoors program for the summer? I have been trying soooo very hard, but it is not going well.
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1. Gorgeously warm, but not sunny, day. High of 77 (wild for this time of year!)
2. Forecast of scattered thunderstorms
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So my project for this weekend is to work on the backyard, start the garden, etc. Since I have children who love to dig and play in the dirt, I decided...
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We seem to have a easier time going outside in the summer but really, really can't seem to manage it any other time of the year!
For those... -
I have been trying to get the kids outside in the fresh air for at least 15-30 minutes every day. Prep time, 20 minutes to get shoes, coats and hats on....
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It's a beautiful sunny January day outside here in the midwest, so I decided to take the kiddos outside to play.
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Yesterday I gave notice to 10 year old dcb who uses ADHD as his excuse for bad behavior. I decided I had had enough of his sassy mouth and him being rough... -
http://www.amazon.com/Fifteen-Minute.../dp/1402254369
I haven't read the book yet but I did read a blog about it. :P... -
FOr those of you that live in CA, do your DCP ever give you a hard time about their child playing outside in weather that is not PERFECT.
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I need some creative ideas for outside play with my daycare kids. They range from 13 months (and still crawling) to 3 years old. I live in Canada (Ontario)...
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It's going to be a long winter.
Who has indoor climbers and what type do you have?
Have you had good results?
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Hi! I currently have (1) 3 year old, (2) 2year olds, and (2) 1 year olds.
My question is how long do you keep kids outside during the... -
I love going outside with my kids but I have a 4 month old and a 2 month old....do I put them in winter gear and set them in their carseat on the porch...
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This is a little off topic but I'm looking for all types of opinions/advice/suggestions.
I have 4 kids...3 girls, 1 boy. My son is 10... -
Is there a minimum temperature at which you'll allow water play to happen, like, if it's cooler than 80, you skip it for the day?
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Do you have a favorite brand?
I know they're all up there in price and really don't go on clearance at the end of the season so cost doesn't matter... -
Little Tikes puked in my back yard ... and I'd really like to clean it up.
Seriously, I've got more plastic playhouses and climbers... -
So i know someone posted a video about how kids need to be kids... I never got to see the video, as my computer would not play the video.
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Were outside playing with buckets of water, water guns, nerf balls, and a mini kiddie pool. Kids are soaked and having a blast. Before to much longer...06-07-2011, 08:52 AM -
I have all littles, 18 mo, 14 mo and 10 mo. I'm just concerned about taking them out when it is TOO hot. How hot do you feel is TOO hot for the little...
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Hate Mondays LOL. But happy about today! Got an awesome deal on a little tykes playhouse for outside! ! Also got the kids a tire swing to replace the... -
So, I had been in the corporate world for about 8 years, and I always missed this time of year when the weather turned beautiful...I am so happy to be... -
I'm looking for a few opinions on trampolines and daycare. My kids (7 and 12) desperately want one this summer. First off, the details of my situation... -
I have an 12 mo, non walker....still months away. An 8 mo, "army crawler". I use the exersaucers outside. However, as it is now warmer, we...
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I was frustrated that the DCB's kept tossing the balls over the fence, so DH, being thoughtful, bought some tether balls and attached them to large (spiral...
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The weather has been really nice recently so we've been out usually 1.5 - 2 hrs in the morning and then in the afternoon before pick up.
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Ok so I have the smallest yard on the planet (definitely #1 priority when we move in a few years). Our yard just looks horrible in the winter and when...
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I have toddlers here and one baby (well shes not a baby anymore but was a preemie so shes developmentally WAY behind for a one year old). What Id like...
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Our new house has this great yard that is surrounded by a privacy fence and I just love it. The problem is that the previous owners DID NOT take care...
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I've been banging heads with a daycare mom lately. She feels it should be okay for me to let her child (almost 3) to play outside without me. I've explained...
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For those of you who get nasty winters (I live in Ontario, Canada, so I get them bad!), how often do you get your daycare kiddies outside to play?...
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I'm frustrated, concerned, and a little overwhelmed right now. A few things came to my attention recently in regards to my daughter's daycare provider,... -
How cold do you consider TOO cold to take out the 1 year and below bunch?
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I was wondering how everyone goes outside?
Does everyone go?
Do some kids play outside when you are not outside with them?
If you... -
I have a parent that will sometimes drop off around 1030am. No issue for me except that our outside time is from 830-10. They get here after we are out,... -
What are some of your favorite outdoor activities/games for school-age children?
I have a wide open yard with enough room to run and what... -
What are the regulations regarding outside ages? How old does a child in your childcare have to be to be able to play outdoors alone? Do they have to...
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Hi Everyone!
Just got a call from a mom, I'm going to be taking care of her infant son next week only, and then on a permanent basis in August.... -
I loved the post an earlier new member posted and thought it could be broken down into indoor playroom must haves and this post - OUTDOOR play area must... -
We are looking at playsets & maybe designing one if we can't have one that will suit the daycare kiddos toddler to pre-K and our own older resident...
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Hi! I'm opening up a daycare starting in August. I have a few questions that I hope you can help me with.
I feel like an idiot for asking... -
Have any of you ever had a parent request that their child not play outside during the spring allergy season? I just had this happen and don't know what...
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What is everyones opinion on going outside. The regulations say we have to go out weather permitting daily. No other guidelines. Today is a half day which... -
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Can you please give me input as to how I can prevent my 2 yr old fom being taken out for outside play time in Houston summer during peak...