Question for California Providers

[KBCsMommy]

My analyst just sent this email:

"Talked to my supervisor. Stated the Department would want the dr. & parent documentation, a photo of the product, manufactures info such as intended use, age range, etc. With a product number (so could research it online) prior to approval. If you can obtain the information and send to me ASAP. We’ll review it and send you a letter of approval (or not, but think it will be approved). Thanks."

So I guess we will see!!!

[daycare]

My analyst just sent this email:

"Talked to my supervisor. Stated the Department would want the dr. & parent documentation, a photo of the product, manufactures info such as intended use, age range, etc. With a product number (so could research it online) prior to approval. If you can obtain the information and send to me ASAP. We’ll review it and send you a letter of approval (or not, but think it will be approved). Thanks."

So I guess we will see!!!

That's all you have to do???? Surprised they didn't ask for your unborn child. Lol. Jk.

Well at least there is a chance.

[Crystal]

Wow. Not much, eh?

But, on another note, I'd be hesitant to sleep a child in that. I just don't feel comfortable with it. I'd talk with the parents about figuring out a safer alternative that would work for the baby, something they'd be willing to try at home for a given time to see if the baby does well with it. I don't have much experience with reflux, but I'd probably consider the child's feedings and other possible sleep positions that might ease her discomfort and make sleeping more comfortable. I am sure there are members here who have lots of experience with reflux that could offer suggestions!

But, I just don't think I could, in good conscious, sleep a baby in anything other than a crib/packnplay.

Good luck, and enjoy the baby!

[TwinKristi]

Glad to know those are okay, depending on where and who you ask. I was considering using one for a little guy who has ear issues and doesn't sleep for very long in a PNP. I had one of those for my youngest baby and it was great. I would liken it to a bassinet that you can roll around. Not sure what the rules are on those?

[Cradle2crayons]

I LOVE these things for reflux babies. Serves the same purpose as elevating the head, using a car seat, etc. and the good thing is when they get at that weird age where they start turning over too early in a play pen... This prevents em from doing that.

This is one reason I'm glad I'm legally unlicensed. Of course, I've only slept a child in something like this for a reason...and they sleep right beside where I am.

[sharlan]

I asked my analyst about these and this was his answer.........

"The items should not be utilized at child care facilities, therefore we are advising our licensee’s that the items shall be placed where they are made inaccessible to daycare children."

IMHO, he side-stepped the question. Does anyone have a clearer answer? I may have an infant starting in Oct.

[KBCsMommy]

I asked my analyst about these and this was his answer.........

"The items should not be utilized at child care facilities, therefore we are advising our licensee’s that the items shall be placed where they are made inaccessible to daycare children."

IMHO, he side-stepped the question. Does anyone have a clearer answer? I may have an infant starting in Oct.

Sharlan- My licensor approved the rocker for the baby. But I did have to send a letter from the parents, a letter from the pediatrician, the product information and pictures. I was informed to keep all of the information in dcg file too (duh!).

DCG started Monday and she is a dream baby!! Sleeps great, eats great and loves watching the other kids! Fingers crossed that she stays that way

I will not be getting any of the other items for my daycare, for the obvious reasons, and as usual California is in the gray area.

Maybe I will email my analyst again and see what he says this time.

[sharlan]

I sent my analyst another email, saying he really didn't answer my question as to whether or not exersaucers and bouncers were still illegal. He told me to contact an advocate. I sent her an email asking for clarification.

[sharlan]

Sharlan- My licensor approved the rocker for the baby. But I did have to send a letter from the parents, a letter from the pediatrician, the product information and pictures. I was informed to keep all of the information in dcg file too (duh!).

DCG started Monday and she is a dream baby!! Sleeps great, eats great and loves watching the other kids! Fingers crossed that she stays that way

I will not be getting any of the other items for my daycare, for the obvious reasons, and as usual California is in the gray area.

Maybe I will email my analyst again and see what he says this time.

Gray - CA invented the gray area.

[Unregistered]

Sunken Living Room-only 1 stair-gates at top and bottom?

Hello!

I am in the final process of getting my license (background checks just came back) so all I have left is my inspection. I have a sunken living room that is my dedicated play room. I have just 1 stair. I have it gated at the top and the bottom of the stair, but it seems excessive. My neighbor who has the same house as I do has been doing daycare for 25 years and she has the exact same situation only she just gated the top of the stair. She hasn't had an inspection in 5 years. She said prior to that it was fine. What are everyone's thoughts? Should I remove the gate before I get my inspection or leave it up for the inspection then take it down if the inspector says its ok? I called the Community Care licensing office and they said they couldn't give me an answer over the phone...

Thank you for your help!

[lovemylife]

I don't live in CA, but why can't use use exersaucers? We don't have that law here.

My son had acid reflux and the Rock N Play was a miracle for him! We had tried everything else and it was the only thing that helped him sleep for a few hours.

[Margarete]

Hello!

I am in the final process of getting my license (background checks just came back) so all I have left is my inspection. I have a sunken living room that is my dedicated play room. I have just 1 stair. I have it gated at the top and the bottom of the stair, but it seems excessive. My neighbor who has the same house as I do has been doing daycare for 25 years and she has the exact same situation only she just gated the top of the stair. She hasn't had an inspection in 5 years. She said prior to that it was fine. What are everyone's thoughts? Should I remove the gate before I get my inspection or leave it up for the inspection then take it down if the inspector says its ok? I called the Community Care licensing office and they said they couldn't give me an answer over the phone...

Thank you for your help!

I am in the licensing process too, and have my inspection scheduled for Monday. I have a raised entryway with one step down, and specifically asked my rep if that was a problem on the phone. They said no, it is not, and does not need to be gated. sitting on a couch or chair is a farther drop then one step, but I wanted to be sure. "1 stair" does that mean 1 step?

[sharlan]

Hello!

I am in the final process of getting my license (background checks just came back) so all I have left is my inspection. I have a sunken living room that is my dedicated play room. I have just 1 stair. I have it gated at the top and the bottom of the stair, but it seems excessive. My neighbor who has the same house as I do has been doing daycare for 25 years and she has the exact same situation only she just gated the top of the stair. She hasn't had an inspection in 5 years. She said prior to that it was fine. What are everyone's thoughts? Should I remove the gate before I get my inspection or leave it up for the inspection then take it down if the inspector says its ok? I called the Community Care licensing office and they said they couldn't give me an answer over the phone...

Thank you for your help!

In all honesty, it will be up to your analyst (and the day of the week, mood of your analyst, etc). I would say that the bottom gate would be the best if that is the area where the kids are going to be most of the time.

I never had to have my staircase gated before because that room was not accessible. My current analyst requires that it be gate because the kids walk past it to get to the family room, kitchen. I took my extra gate down and now only my staircase is gated.