I Think It’s Time to Term

[lovemydaycare0912]

There's your answer. Make sure you and your husband talk and come to an agreement before moving forward. I wouldn't take kindly to this at all and would be just as steamed, especially because they're not making changes.

Talking with him now but just realized he wont be here for pickup because he has to go pick his son up. So now Im having anxiety because either way i do it I know it's going to leave me stressed. I just prefer to have my husband there during a tough convo.

[MunchkinWrangler]

Talking with him now but just realized he wont be here for pickup because he has to go pick his son up. So now Im having anxiety because either way i do it I know it's going to leave me stressed. I just prefer to have my husband there during a tough convo.

No harm in waiting to have him there for support and it would be appropriate since you are both in business together. Until then, document, document, document. Good luck!

[lovemydaycare0912]

What do you all think of this if I decide to keep them?

First I will simply state to mom there will be no back and forth discussion. She knows the rules, we went over them several times and I am unsure of why she thought they did not apply to her. However, going forward this notice needs to be signed in order to continue care. Copy of notice below......

This notice must be read, understood, signed, and agree to abide by in order to continue in our program here at ABC Daycare. Failure to sign this notice by Friday, March 18, 2016 will result in a termination notice to go in effect. Care will then end on Friday April 1, 2016.


I, __________________________________ agree to and understand the meal policy. I understand ABC Daycare serves breakfast beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 8:30 a.m. If my child, Billy Bob Joe is dropped off after 8:30a.m. it is my responsibility to have breakfast served at home. There will be no exception this rule.


____________________________________
(Parent Signature)

____________________________________
(Print Name)

____________________________________
(Provider Signature)

*A copy of this letter will be e-mailed and given to you in the form of hard copy for your records.

[childcaremom]

If a child arrives at 8:25, are you able to accomodate breakfast?

I don't offer to feed them breakfast but if breakfast was to start at 7:30, then I would want children to be in attendance by 7:15. Or, I would want them to be here by 8 so that the child had time to finish eating by 8:30. I have no idea what your procedure is, though, so if it works for you, perfect.

I would maybe take out the "sign or you will be terminated" part and just tell them that it needs to be read/signed/returned on their next day of care. If they don't want to sign, then you know you will be terming on Friday, kwim? This is your policy that they have already agreed to, this is just a "the end, this is it" kind of thing.

[lovemydaycare0912]

If a child arrives at 8:25, are you able to accomodate breakfast?

I don't offer to feed them breakfast but if breakfast was to start at 7:30, then I would want children to be in attendance by 7:15. Or, I would want them to be here by 8 so that the child had time to finish eating by 8:30. I have no idea what your procedure is, though, so if it works for you, perfect.

I would maybe take out the "sign or you will be terminated" part and just tell them that it needs to be read/signed/returned on their next day of care. If they don't want to sign, then you know you will be terming on Friday, kwim? This is your policy that they have already agreed to, this is just a "the end, this is it" kind of thing.

Yes if they get here by 8:25 we still feed. It works for us right now. And I agree, I'll take that part out and then at 6pm pickup hand them the term letter if it gets to that.

[thrivingchildcarecom]

You are so wise. I usually try to take a moment and processes things. So do that. But remember, you know when its time to go. To be honest, we usually wait much longer than we should to make that decision. I have found out (the hard way at times) that the money is so not worth it. Peace of mind is better!

[lovemydaycare0912]

You are so wise. I usually try to take a moment and processes things. So do that. But remember, you know when its time to go. To be honest, we usually wait much longer than we should to make that decision. I have found out (the hard way at times) that the money is so not worth it. Peace of mind is better!

Thank you. I told my husband this is strike two. Strike 3 of me feeling like this, and they are out. BUT this was only after I was able to sit down and process everything. I listened to my gospel, booked my long weekend vacation, and feel a little better. Now, I will be by myself at pickup, but I am going to run the conversation. I will tell her I will not go back and forth. What was said was said, here is the notice both her and her husband need to sign. 830am is the cutoff time. Thats it, have a good night.

[Unregistered]

So is this something new they are signing, or something they have already signed and agreed to before?

[lovemydaycare0912]

So is this something new they are signing, or something they have already signed and agreed to before?

This is new or different form I should say but the policy has always been the same. I have signed contracts and letters sent out that state the policy. However due to todys incident, I am going to need another signed policy form.

[Thriftylady]

Let us know how it goes!

[EntropyControlSpecialist]

I hope it is received well and they ask for forgiveness for saying such a rude thing.

[lovemydaycare0912]

So dh made it home in time to be there when dcm and dcd came up to talk. We discussed what the problem is and how we can fix it. She said she loves us and doesn't want to take him out because he does so great here blah blah. I I just listened all nice and calm said what I had to say. And told her I will need a paper signed. However, I am going to begin looking for new children. Their son is my last child and sometimes I am with only him for an hour or more. So when I find my new kid I will simply say it is due to hours and age change to keep it simple. Which is not a lie. My husband said he was proud of me for having a backbone today but yet remaining calm and professional.

I TRULY TRULY thank you guys for always being here for me. As a young and still new provider, you guys help me out A LOT. I often think, well how would my Daycare Partners treat this situation Y'all are a blessing

[Meeko]

I just don't think it is your responsibility to make sure a child gets breakfast. If we served food on a whim, that is all you would be doing and nothing else. I know you have laid out the rule to them. Can you write up a statement, specifically for them, have them sign it that breakfast is started at a certain time and include the time the child needs to be there to be served otherwise they must make sure to feed their child. To be honest, it is technically neglect on their part for not having ample time in the morning to get breakfast for their OWN kid and to make sure he/she (I missed gender) is there for breakfast before it is not being served. They need to get their act together. Period. I would say in no less words that it is their responsibility as a parent to make sure their kid is fed or is on time to have breakfast. At this point if they're offended, screw 'em. I wouldn't even worry about sounding rude either. I would even bring up neglect, ON THEIR PART because their actions are preventing their child from having breakfast in the first place.

[Ariana]

So dh made it home in time to be there when dcm and dcd came up to talk. We discussed what the problem is and how we can fix it. She said she loves us and doesn't want to take him out because he does so great here blah blah. I I just listened all nice and calm said what I had to say. And told her I will need a paper signed. However, I am going to begin looking for new children. Their son is my last child and sometimes I am with only him for an hour or more. So when I find my new kid I will simply say it is due to hours and age change to keep it simple. Which is not a lie. My husband said he was proud of me for having a backbone today but yet remaining calm and professional.

I TRULY TRULY thank you guys for always being here for me. As a young and still new provider, you guys help me out A LOT. I often think, well how would my Daycare Partners treat this situation Y'all are a blessing

. Good for you!

[lovemydaycare0912]

Update. I am looking for someone to replace as I think she may start looking for a nanny or other replacement soon also. But I am terming because I know this isn't a good fit. She does not like authority or the thought of signing anything contract, letter, etc because she know it will bite her in the butt when she doesn't act accordingly. Which is fine. I just know I will need major help as to how to write this letter when the time comes.