Big Problem... Worried... Help?

[MissAnn]

I talked with my licensor today again. She asked if the child had passed anything, I said no. He has not pooped anything out. It is POSSIBLE that he didn't swallow it. It is large, and he made no choking/gagging noise, nothing... so I don't know. However, my licensor said that I may be getting a Valid complaint... is that the right word? I might get a valid issue with licensing, or need to be observed, not sure. I'll have to wait and see. Also, I know she will have to come by and visit. I am a bit concerned about all of this. I just feel like I should have noticed it in his mouth sooner... I wasn't looking at him the whole time, and although I didn't see these toys as a problem... they are GENERALLY UP and out of reach, and I should have been more responsible to keep them up. So, I deserve whatever I get, but I'll be so ashamed if I have to post some sort of notice on the door, or whatever I have to do. I'm glad the child seems okay, and I guess I'm glad I was proactive, and the parents are glad I was proactive... but still... it just doesn't look good.

If he didn't pass anything and nothing showed up on X-ray, I'm thinking he never swallowed it. Was it plastic? Does plastic show up on X-rays? Won't you be off the hook if he didn't really swallow it? You were being cautious.....you should be applauded for that. Keep us informed! Good luck to you.

[dingledine]

My licensor called me, and said that although a valid complaint was considered, they decided it didn't make any sense, as there is no definitive that he swallowed anything, I saw it right away, was pro-active, the parents are fine with it, and I did all I could. I also shared with her my plan to go through the daycare, and Early Achievers or not, take out ANY choking hazards.

So, I am glad, I don't have a valid complaint. I was very relieved when she called.

[Scout]

Speaking of separate areas for Infant/toddlers...A long time ago I ran across a website where the provider had an area of her room gated off really cute and it said "The Nest". She had all of the infant/toddler stuff in there and could go in and out the gate. Super cute.

:hug: This too shall pass!! You did the right thing and the child is okay. I am sure the parents know their child is safe with a provider who's top priority is their child's safety!!

::::::::::Sorry OP if it is too soon but the punn here is killing me!!