Venting Thread

[missmisty]

Why is it so hard for parents to #1 - follow policies and #2 - be considerate to the other kids in care

Snacks. I provide snacks. Parents are WELCOME to bring in snacks but the rule is they bring enough for everyone. or save the snack/treat for at home. I have one Dad (whom I've spoken to about this several times) that just can't "get it". They stop at the gas station on the way here and again this morning brings her in with a juice (the fun ones with the paw patrol characters on top?) an open (and in her mouth) lipop, and a donut in her hand.

I told him she would need to finish the donut in the car if he wanted her to have it, as it wasn't fair to other kids who were not getting donuts for breakfast. Then I told DCG *right in front of dad* "Lets go put your juice in the fridge so it will stay good until Daddy gets back. We can wrap up your lipop and put it in your bag so you can have it after you go home." She threw a FIT and he was mad that I took the candy from her. I just told him "I'm sorry, I hate to make her cry as well but the other children do not understand why she has these treats and they don't. Policy states that if bringing a special treat there must be enough for everyone or the treat needs to wait until the child goes home." He took the donut and left but seriously ....

I'm debating on sending a follow-up reminder with the policy quoted just to reinforce. I felt like a jerk to her - but its policy and I'm not going to have 3 other kids following her around crying because they want her candy. that is not fair to THEM. ugh.

[Blackcat31]

Why is it so hard for parents to #1 - follow policies and #2 - be considerate to the other kids in care

Snacks. I provide snacks. Parents are WELCOME to bring in snacks but the rule is they bring enough for everyone. or save the snack/treat for at home. I have one Dad (whom I've spoken to about this several times) that just can't "get it". They stop at the gas station on the way here and again this morning brings her in with a juice (the fun ones with the paw patrol characters on top?) an open (and in her mouth) lipop, and a donut in her hand.

I told him she would need to finish the donut in the car if he wanted her to have it, as it wasn't fair to other kids who were not getting donuts for breakfast. Then I told DCG *right in front of dad* "Lets go put your juice in the fridge so it will stay good until Daddy gets back. We can wrap up your lipop and put it in your bag so you can have it after you go home." She threw a FIT and he was mad that I took the candy from her. I just told him "I'm sorry, I hate to make her cry as well but the other children do not understand why she has these treats and they don't. Policy states that if bringing a special treat there must be enough for everyone or the treat needs to wait until the child goes home." He took the donut and left but seriously ....

I'm debating on sending a follow-up reminder with the policy quoted just to reinforce. I felt like a jerk to her - but its policy and I'm not going to have 3 other kids following her around crying because they want her candy. that is not fair to THEM. ugh.

I won't be the bad guy like that.

Dad can take DCG (and her snacks) back to the car and return with out any of the items.

[missmisty]

In hindsight that may have been the better choice to make ... because I felt like a jerk. I will likely take that advice if there's a next time because I DID hate doing that.

We've just had the same issue so many times and I felt I had to enforce the policy this time.

[Ariana]

Mom who is a teacher drops kid off to me EVERY day of March break for 8 hours each day.

Posts on Facebook “my #1 goal in life is being a good mom”

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[Ariana]

In hindsight that may have been the better choice to make ... because I felt like a jerk. I will likely take that advice if there's a next time because I DID hate doing that.

We've just had the same issue so many times and I felt I had to enforce the policy this time.

Let them know if it happens again you will immediately temrinate care. Should work because the last thing lazy parents want to do is look for new daycare

[Josiegirl]

Mom who is a teacher drops kid off to me EVERY day of March break for 8 hours each day.

Posts on Facebook “my #1 goal in life is being a good mom”

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And you know everyone will tell her how great she is. Whatever happened to that unique idea of actually spending time with your child to determine a great mom?

[CountryRoads]

A stomach bug hit a few kids in my daycare, but one dcm was convinced it was an allergy. Her ped told her it was probably a virus but to cut out milk to be safe.

What?

[DaveA]

A stomach bug hit a few kids in my daycare, but one dcm was convinced it was an allergy. Her ped told her it was probably a virus but to cut out milk to be safe.

What?

OYE

Option 1- Doc told her anything to make her feel better and get her the heck out of their office.

Option 2- Doc didn't say anything like that. Maybe something along the lines of "If this continues we'll look at allergies to things like dairy." DCM hears what she wants to confirm her idea was the right one.

Either way- be prepared for DCM to argue this for a while.

[springv]

Thank you dcp for coming in and getting your kids plus waking our kids up at 1:23 pm

[springv]

Thank you dcp for coming in and asking if it was nap plus waking our kids up at 1:23 when you know that you can come and get your kids whenever

[LostMyMarbles]

What is the fascination with butts or the word butt with boys. I had one say the word but over and over last week. He was on time out , talked to, reasoned with, you name it. His mom said he was saying it at home and disciplined repeatedly. He is over it now.

Today another one is pushing it with butt talk. Ugh!

[Josiegirl]

What is the fascination with butts or the word butt with boys. I had one say the word but over and over last week. He was on time out , talked to, reasoned with, you name it. His mom said he was saying it at home and disciplined repeatedly. He is over it now.

Today another one is pushing it with butt talk. Ugh!

My 5 yo dcg went through that phase where every other word was butt, 'get your butt out of here' wiggling her butt or whatever she could think of that got a rise out of people. Well, that phase passed and now she knows what the middle finger is for.

[LostMyMarbles]

My 5 yo dcg went through that phase where every other word was butt, 'get your butt out of here' wiggling her butt or whatever she could think of that got a rise out of people. Well, that phase passed and now she knows what the middle finger is for.

Oh my...

[Ariana]

Just got informed that parents are looking into Montessori school for their kid who has been with me for over a year. They are going to look when she is 3. I had been banking on having their infant here in September plus the older one. Kinda feeling bummed and taking it personally.

They didn’t say anything was definite but I have to cover my coveted infant space so they will be getting notice in July. Buh bye!

[CountryRoads]

Unexpected early pick-ups! UGH!

I always feel like it's chaotic when it happens. All the toys weren't picked up, sink was full of dishes, food was out from snack time that just finished. Just UGH.