Daycare Xmas Gift?!

[pandamom]

oooo! See's candies (drooling). I'd do a general gift card like Walmart, Target or Visa so she can choose to spend the money on daycare stuff or herself or a mixture. That's is very kind of you.

One of my kids parents gave me and the other caregivers in my room a $25 Visa gift card and I used it to get some nice steaks for our Christmas dinner

I always appreciate a nice little note too

[Scout]

Friday, I got a text from a dcm that she was sorry sbe isnt good at buying for adults and only gave me money. I was like, what are you talking about and she said to look at my check. She gave me 1/2 weeks tuition and I felt so appreciated I cried! :: I thought it was wonderful surprise but, not expected or needed because she is always telling us how much she loves us and THAT is the best gift to get from a dcp! They will be haply whatever you get them.

[itlw8]

Paper I had a mom bring in a case of printer paper the kids LOVE to paint and color. but yes dinner out is great . I had a mom give me a weeks pay and then was a bit preturbed I spent most of it on the childcare. I said yes but it made my life easier and we did
also go out to eat.

[Leanna]

I agree that a heartfelt note or card is an awesome way to show your appreciation. These are the things that keep me going, inspire me, and remind me why I do what I do.
Anything on top of that is gravy is my opinion!

[Happily_wed]

I think the 50.00 Visa card would be nice along with a note telling her why you are giving it to them(that you hope they will go out for a date night). Make sure to mention how much you appreciate them and how much easier it makes your life when she is willing to open early, work late,etc.

One of my favorite gifts from a daycare family is a Willow Tree figurine. It is the Thank You one. I also love a mason jar tart burner that my current family got me one year.

[Shell]

[QUOTE=Lyss;4201

There's such a stigma in this whole career when it comes to money so I won't be surprised if more providers felt this way. We're not suppose to do it for the money, we're not supposed to charge very much, we're not supposed to accept bonuses or we're uncaring. I work harder at this job than I did my corporate job and get paid WAY less plus there we got $500-800 Christmas bonuses that no one felt guilty taking.[/QUOTE]

Exactly!

[My3cents]

[QUOTE=Lucy;420095]I would wonder why. I would probably SAY, "Why???!!!???"

To me, it would make it seem like I have to treat them differently. Like subconsciously I'd be like "oh, they're the ones who give me tons of cash as a bonus, so I better be good to them."

I don't know.... way too awkward. Like it's brown-nosing or expecting things from you because of it. As I mentioned above, I'd have an overwhelming feeling of indebtedness to them. I wouldn't know how to handle it. If it was their last day, sure. To show me appreciations

If someone can do that they do it because they want to do it. Say thank you and move on. Heck yes I would be good to them, I am good to all my families.

You don't need therapy, your just looking at things from a different point of view a kind one and heart felt. Saying Thank you would be the same lovethis

[My3cents]

I get full week bonuses all the time and two weeks if the family has been with me for a few years. I've never felt an obligation to bend rules because of it. I've never felt indebtedness.

The bonus is for what you HAVE done not what you are GOING to do.

I work hard.
I don't miss work.
I'm on time ready to go every day.
I take excellent care of their baby. I strive for precision care... perfect care.
I'm respectful to the parents. I know my place.
I'm extremely grateful for their business.

and for an extra bonus... I love their kid. A lot.

So that's "why".

and if I don't get the bonus I am still all the abovelovethis

[lovemykidstoo]

Special candy and a $50 gift card or cash is plenty and I'm sure will be appreciated. Also, if your daycare provider requests supplies from time to time, then craft supplies would be great too.

I have 5 families right now. Two gave me cash, one got me a Meijer gift card for $100, one brought me an infinity scarf, a $25 gift card to target and an ornament and one is picking up today and dcb said she is bringing a present (he's bad at surprises LOL). All of which I love. I will have to say that I like the cash the best because then I can determine what to do with it. For instance this year the cash presents are going to a separate account because we want to go on a spring trip next year.

[tntsmom]

A thank you and a spa day!

[SSWonders]

The most meaningful gift that I've gotten this year is a jar of gumballs. Yes, gumballs. One of my dcp really paid attention when I was talking about gumballs one day and how much I LOVE them. I am a gumball junkie! Those are the things that mean the most to me.

[Lucy]

I get full week bonuses all the time and two weeks if the family has been with me for a few years. I've never felt an obligation to bend rules because of it. I've never felt indebtedness.

The bonus is for what you HAVE done not what you are GOING to do.

I work hard.
I don't miss work.
I'm on time ready to go every day.
I take excellent care of their baby. I strive for precision care... perfect care.
I'm respectful to the parents. I know my place.
I'm extremely grateful for their business.

and for an extra bonus... I love their kid. A lot.

So that's "why".

I wasn't trying to change anyone's mind though. It's the way I feel about receiving gifts in general. And to ME, a well thought out and personalized gift conveys their gratitude the best.