Venting Thread

[jgcp]

So with the holidays the schedule was a bit crazy. I have one FAM of 2 kids has only been here once in the last 3 weeks. DCB had tonsels out. My hubby says I should drop them for kids on wait list. I say wait to see what next week brings. I'm new to this and don't really know what to do and there is nothing in my contract for this( they pay for the week on Mon) so I made $45 from them in the last 3 weeks Ouch! Help need thoughts\suggestions

[SilverSabre25]

This child has almost not stopped crying since he got here 3 hours ago. He's taking "sensitive" to a whole 'nother level today. I'm about to put him down for a nap if he doesn't cut it out.

[mia]

I cant stand it when a child gets sick and the parents ask "has anyone else been sick?" I even had a dad get in a 2 yos face and say "your the one who got my kids sick!"

you and me both..... I have gone through this many times (not the dad thing thou - he would be asked to leave and not return) ....

I've had this client for 2 1/2 yrs.... have had no issues with any one before... this past Sept they put the oldest DCc in to a preschool for two times a week, I still have their youngest DCc, the first week after he started there and school started he came down with a cold... DCM asked me if anyone else was sick at the time there was not, a few days later there was another DCc that ended up sick.... the sickness went through like made ( Sept - Dec ) with colds, flu, pneumonia, bronchitis, 1/2 way through all this the same mom stated that, she hoped it was not going to be like last year where there was a lot of colds going around.... I replied, oh I hope not... So of course I did a lot more disinfecting of toys, and equipment in the daycare. After about a month into the sickness and cleaning... mom called and said she did not like how I was cleaning and that the product / supplies I used was not helping it was only making everyone sicker.... I told her I fallow the Daycare Protocol in cleaning.... and that I had been cleaning this way for over 20 years... but I would keep an open mind to any suggestion she may have... she then stated that she had none and did not know what to tell me... I continued to clean and disinfect all the daycare equipment. In the mean while she tells me that the preschool had another flu breakout going around ( here I am finally getting rid off all the illness errrr ). Two weeks went by then I received a e-mail from this mom again stating that they could not have their children exposed to the cleaning smells, and that the preschool her son goes to uses soap and water, bleach and water and when a outbreak occurs then they use a stronger chemical for that time frame. ( the exact same way I clean ) she failed to mention what the other chemical was that they use... I responded again stating that I have cleaned this way for over 20 years and have never had any issues or complaints, and that I fallow the exact daycare procedure on cleaning... I have not heard from her on this subject since.... I was clear of all illness over the Holidays... the children where back after being off for a few days to return to me sick with colds..... all 3 other DCc where fine until yesterday,

What do you all use to clean and disinfect your daycare equipment?????


Sorry for the rant....

[KDC]

VENT...

1. It's -12 degrees right now with wind chill warnings of -35. Why does DCB come with an extremely non-stop gross runny nose? He has major attitude and snotty sleeves, no hat, no gloves & socks from the 1980s with no elastic to speak of, so they're guaranteed to fall off, however insist it's too cold for him to be without socks::. Everything is closed (schools, daycare's in surrounding area), but it's pretty much a guarantee this kid will be here, and not leave unless it's 5 seconds till closing.

2. I appreciate you wrapping up DB#2 is multiple blankets, boots, mittens, hats, scarves!! Makes sense since it's ridiculously cold outside. Good Job, DCP. However, my gripe. take the stuff with you when you leave!! I do NOT need 2 extra large blankets, your sunglasses, 2 extra winter hats. I already have 3 children and a dog, and do not need any extra clutter in my hallway.

3. DCP with the infant. Newsflash, it snowed and your boots are covered with snow. I have a LARGE carpet for when you enter so you have plenty of space to step without walking clear across the entryway carpet, into my living room (with tan carpet) with your boots on to place your little ones carrier to get him out. I do NOT enjoy the dirty puddles your boots leave and I find it rude! I've asked you to stay in the designated area once before and now it's just irritating that you've completely IGNORED me? I now put your carrier in the entryway and try my best to booby trap my living room in hopes you'll further get the hint. I think you're great, your child is great, but you're snow etiquette quite frankly ****s.

[Happily_wed]

Nothing to do with daycare but we got up to the temp of -14 and wind chill of -30. AND despite all of our efforts all the water is frozen. Not in the house apparently but the lines outside(the undergrounds lines we assume). We are the last house on the city water so it could be frozen and or busted anywhere and be affecting us. UGH! Why couldn't the power have gone out instead. I have a generator for that!

[Play Care]

My 4 yo DCG is back after being home for Christmas break. It's nap time and the last half hour has been her banging around, chatting to herself, sighing loudly, etc. I'm waiting for the "I'm bored" tears to start (which magically disappear as soon as she thinks she's getting up) I hope she adjusts back quickly cause having to go in ever five minutes to give the stink eye is getting old.

[melilley]

My 10 yo dd is driving me nuts today! Just had to get that out.

[SilverSabre25]

I really, really, really need to brave the cold to go get my inside climber out of the storage shed. Along with the mini trampoline (really just for *my own* kids outside of daycare hours) and the foam floor pieces.

9.5 month old is climbing everything. 19 month old is climbing everything. 2.5 year old is just insane from lack of outdoor playtime.

The 19 month old's dirty look he gives me when I tell him not to climb on the chair (K....no climb. SIT.) is getting old fast. the 9.5 month old is determined to go UP but hasn't learned DOWN yet. And did I mention that my 2.5 year old son is insane?

I just checked the forecast for next week. Single digit highs Monday and Tuesday. And today. Wind chill advisories. We're soooo not going out.

[Play Care]

Everyone came in late today and they kept hounding me for breakfast. We haven't done an AM snack since summer, but I caved and gave them some banana. I couldn't take the whining. There was no reason for parents to not give their kids breakfast today!

[MotherNature]

Thanks! Yeah, I'll miss her. I was her only non-family caregiver. I've had her since 6 weeks & she's 7 mos now & lights up when she sees me every morning. The cutest thing.

reply to mother nature

Man, that is the most dumb reason to leave your daycare. Don't people know children get attached too. Don't people respect others need for vacation. Keep on going is all I can say and I hope you get an even better family in their place.

[MotherNature]

Ugh-just had a family quit. It was professional and all, but they didn't like that I had arranged my vacation days & holiday pay so that I was able to get nearly 3 weeks. Sigh. I gave them a month's notice & they even said we know we're not getting our deposit back...We'll be by later for our tax paper & to pay for this week's holiday pay. They were a week short. ****s b/c even though they were my early family, the baby was generally friendly and was sweet.

[BumbleBee]

Dear dcm,

If you're going to drop your kids off at 9am instead of 8am, how about using the cell phone that's affixed to your ear & giving me a call. Especially when you know yours are the only 2 in attendance today.

Thanks,
Your sleepy daycare provider

[HOHDirector]

Vent

First, I had ungrateful parents who gave me attitude because I changed the seating in our van. Mind you I pick up their children in the morning so they dont have to walk in cold! I really felt like turning around and telling her she could just walk herself!

Then we have a 2 yr old who does the "wet noodle" with his body and had a meltdown in my lap. (He does this often when he doesnt get his way) Except, he went from "wet noodle" to springing into the air and nailed my chin. I wanted to screaM!

[daycarediva]

oh no! Poor little love! Sounds like she needs some serious help--that is NOT normal behavior

Yes, Mom and I both know and it's being handled appropriately. She is seeing a child psychologist. The issues are from her father (past physical abuse) and the court ordered her to visit him. It was supervised, but obviously brought up a LOT of things for my little doll. She is such a jewel, and one of the sweetest, kindest, most loving child I have ever met when Dad is out of the picture so I am dealing with it and hoping for improvement.