Logged Out Because I Can't Stand Myself

[youretooloud]

I have done so many dumb things like that.

I left the garage door open, while getting the kids out of the van, sent them all inside, then closed the garage door without checking to make sure everyone made it inside.

I sat them all down for snack, and one of the kids (Thankfully) asked where Shane was. So, I looked in the van first. (because i'm stupid) and then I opened the garage door, and there he stood. All tiny and sad. I'd closed him on the outside of the door.

Which is bad enough. But, I lived on a very, very, busy city street corner. Heavy traffic just 30 feet away. He sat outside all alone (three years old) for probably 10 or 15 minutes.

[lolaland]

This brought tears to my eyes...lovethis What a beautiful ending for such a terrible day! happyface

[MissAnn]

Thank you so much for your support. All six families were amazing. I cried when telling half of them, one I talked to on the phone and she brought me a willows angel gift/thinking of u card. The girls parents were totally fine and told me that Im a wonderful teacher and it doesn't change their opinion of me. All families told me do NOT call licensing because they trust me and don't want to lose me.

Amazing families, all told me a story about parenting mistakes. I still feel terrible though

I am so happy! You must be a wonderful provider! Congrats to you and have a stress free weekend!

[MissAnn]

Oh and since you told the parents they will trust you to be honest. I am just tickled pink about this!

[mom2many]

I'm so happy to hear it all went amazingly great! That was such a horrible thing for you to go through & I'm glad the parents were so understanding! It shows how much they trust you & realize anyone can make a mistake!

Hope you can enjoy a nice relaxing weekend! happyface

[rbmom]

I am so glad the parents were all so understanding! I thought of you all day!!

[MamaG]

Wow! Kids die because of stuff like that. I can't imagine how you can unbuckle all the kids except one? Are you blind? I've taken 6 kids places several times and never left a kid anywhere especially not in a vehicle. Maybe you should stay home from now on.

[Unregistered]

Wow! Kids die because of stuff like that. I can't imagine how you can unbuckle all the kids except one? Are you blind? I've taken 6 kids places several times and never left a kid anywhere especially not in a vehicle. Maybe you should stay home from now on.

Wow. I have all preschoolers and most unbuckle themselves. I think she may have been asleep so she didnt say anything, because she often falls asleep in cars. So glad the rest of u were more supportive and offered support/suggestions. Obviously I know kids die like this. Thanks for rubbing it in. I'm just grateful shes fine

[laundrymom]

I'm bawling like a danged 2 yr old. I'm so relieved. I think it speaks volumes of your character that they reacted this way. I would however implement some of the suggestions mentioned here today to help all of you ( OP & her parents) feel better. Big huge calming hugs.

[Crazy In Mo]

Been thinking abou you ALL day!! So glad everything turned out ok you must be one hell of a provider to have parents who were so understanding. There is always a Negative Nancy in the bunch just keep your head up

[SilverSabre25]

SO glad you have great parents who understand that we're human and oopsies happen!!!

I'm breathing a sigh of relief for you!

[MissAnn]

Wow! Kids die because of stuff like that. I can't imagine how you can unbuckle all the kids except one? Are you blind? I've taken 6 kids places several times and never left a kid anywhere especially not in a vehicle. Maybe you should stay home from now on.

Such words of wisdom. I bet OP never knew this! So amazing you could share your perfectness with us. I'm sure you are perfect.....no one who makes mistakes would ever post anything as judgmental as this.

Do you not understand OP beat herself up over this. She doesn't need you to give her another beating!

Now I'm in a bad mood!

[mom2many]

Wow! Kids die because of stuff like that. I can't imagine how you can unbuckle all the kids except one? Are you blind? I've taken 6 kids places several times and never left a kid anywhere especially not in a vehicle. Maybe you should stay home from now on.

Sorry this has bugged me all night... You are so self righteous and these comments were so unwarranted. The OP was distraught over what occurred and yes, we are all human and I pray you don't ever make a mistake or have anything remotely unforeseen ever occur. Since you are evidently "perfect" I am sure you have it all under control. Good luck on that!

I have been watching kids for many years and know how easy it can be for something to happen... It is part of watching little children and anyone who is in this business is aware of that!

I am really annoyed by your comments....YES this was serious, but the OP clearly recognized that, so why did you feel the need to berate her? Even the parents that deal with her on a daily basis and entrust their most valuable possession also recognize and acknowledge her mistake and are willing to give her the benefit of the doubt. This speaks volumes because they are entrusting their children to her, so IMHO if they are willing to do this, then who are we to judge. They obviously know her as a person and trust her to take care of their kids,

As a provider, I think we all acknowledge the serious nature of ensuring the safety of all children in our care, but when human mistakes happen, we need to be less judgmental, unless of course, we are absolutely perfect too!

[countrymom]

ok but I'm going to be the odd man too. I don't understand how you can open a door and close the door of vehicle and not notice a kid in a carseat. If you have preschoolers not all of them could undo their seatbealts. And when they got out of the vehicle did they all just run to the park. You must have had to get a bag out of the van too. I'm glad the others support you but this was a bad mistake that could have gone horribly bad. I travel with the kids all the time and I just don't understand how you missed the kid. Also, now I'm thinking what kind of vehicle do you have to fit 6 carseats. I have a full size van with doors that open (not slide) and I can see everyone of those kids, even if they would have unbuckled themselves they would have stood by the door and waited for me to open the door and lift them out of the van, my back would have been turned towards the park not the van, do you see what I'm saying. I also don't get why you didn't do a head count when you got them out of the van or even at the park, I'm constantly on my feet counting, looking, looking around the park.

[Michelle]

Such words of wisdom. I bet OP never knew this! So amazing you could share your perfectness with us. I'm sure you are perfect.....no one who makes mistakes would ever post anything as judgmental as this.

Do you not understand OP beat herself up over this. She doesn't need you to give her another beating!

Now I'm in a bad mood!

I am really sorry but I can't be supportive either!
It's not about claiming to be perfect!
It's about being a professional.
These kids are our jobs, they are not our kids, they are the most important thing that should be on your mind while you are working. I have taken 12 kids to Disneyland ( with an assistant) and NEVER for a second did I forget about a kid or lost one.
When I am on a field trip I count constantly, never talk to anyone(adults) unless they are all strapped in their strollers, and I am physically exhausted on field trip nights just from the extreme work of keeping them safe, together, and never forgotten somewhere
I really wish I can be supportive but this is a very serious situation and I am thinking maybe you don't take your job serious or you need to make a Dr. appt. to make sure that you mind is in check and not suffering from some kind of memory problems or something..
Sorry I can't be all loving towards OP but I love children more and it is our responsibility to protect them.

I am somehow doubting that all the parents think that it was O.K. she did this.