Christmas Gifts From Parents

[Miss A]

DC family 1 (ft toddler, ft infant) is out of. Maternity leave, to return in January. Mom is very young, and doesn't grasp the idea of giving gifts to teachers. But, I really don't expect a gift, or need one from them to know I am appreciated.

DC family 2 (ft infant) mom got stuck at work and had to call dad to pick up. I don't expect a gift from this family though, either.

DC family 3 (ft infant) forgot the gift on the table this AM as she rushed out the door late to work. I am sure this gift will be fantastic, as they are my best DC family, and have given me random gift cards throughout the year just to say thank you.

DC Grandpa picked up infant tonight though, and almost made me cry. He told me how much he appreciates all I do for his grandbaby, told me he can see how much I love and care for her, and thanked me for sharing photos and videos of her on our FB page. He didn't have to say any of that, and the fact that he did melted my heart.

[Leigh]

DC family 1 (ft toddler, ft infant) is out of. Maternity leave, to return in January. Mom is very young, and doesn't grasp the idea of giving gifts to teachers. But, I really don't expect a gift, or need one from them to know I am appreciated.

DC family 2 (ft infant) mom got stuck at work and had to call dad to pick up. I don't expect a gift from this family though, either.

DC family 3 (ft infant) forgot the gift on the table this AM as she rushed out the door late to work. I am sure this gift will be fantastic, as they are my best DC family, and have given me random gift cards throughout the year just to say thank you.

DC Grandpa picked up infant tonight though, and almost made me cry. He told me how much he appreciates all I do for his grandbaby, told me he can see how much I love and care for her, and thanked me for sharing photos and videos of her on our FB page. He didn't have to say any of that, and the fact that he did melted my heart.

I had a grandma pick up on Monday and tell me how much her family appreciates the care that her granddaughter gets here-THAT was probably one of the best gifts ever.

One a more greedy note: I had 2 moms (they're friends) give me a $100 gift certificate for LuLaRoe-I wear Lula every day at daycare (it's just SO comfy!), and they noticed. I really mean it when I say that having them make the effort to notice what I like and get me something that they KNEW would make me happy means more than the gift itself. This can be such a thankless job, and knowing that they care about me means the world (and the card they gave me made me cry). They brought a gift for my son, too, which meant a lot, too. Those two moms make all the hard part of my job worth it-they're both golden, they're kind and considerate, and their kids are the best! Clients like that make this job worth all the hard work and hassles!

[sharlan]

Dcf#1 - mom, nothing, never has in 5 years, not even a thank you. Dad, usually gets me something, tomorrow is his day to pick up. Grandma, $50 gift card and a car emergency kit.

Dcf#2 - not a thing.

Dcf#3 - not a thing.

[sharlan]

Dcf#1 - mom just picked up. As I was closing the door, she turned around and said, "Oh, she won't be here tomorrow. I don't have to work." No Merry Christmas or anything.

[MyAngels]

All gift cards this year in varying amounts. The one that really surprised and touched me was the GC in the amount of a week's pay - $300 - from the family that can least afford it, along with a lovely note.

[DaveA]

Best gift! ::

One center I was at a DCD gave me a bottle of Jack Daniels. The director FREAKED OUT when I showed her when she came in. ::

1 family gave me a plate of homemade cookies/ candy and a Dairy Queen gift card. So far that's been it.

[childcaremom]

This is the first year in 15 years that i've gotten gifts. This is the best group of kids and families I have had since my original families when I first opened.

One family got me a GC to a craft store.

The other 3 (even my termed family) pooled together and got me a gc to a yoga store.

They know me.

The best part of the gifts was the handwritten notes, thanking me for the care I give their children. I am more appreciative of that then the actual gifts. lovethis

[racemom]

I work in a small center, and am surprised at how many families by gifts for all the employees! One family gave each of us gift cards to a local restaurant, several families gave us bath and body works soaps, and lotions. One gave us all christmas towels, another an ornament. They give their child's teacher a more expensive present, but it is nice they give us all something.

My room only two families gave me gifts, one gave me a bottle of wine, and the other gave me a box of candy and a wooden pencil holder with a snowman on it. But I do agree, the handwritten thank you sentiments mean the most!

[Baby Beluga]

DC family 1 (ft toddler, ft infant) is out of. Maternity leave, to return in January. Mom is very young, and doesn't grasp the idea of giving gifts to teachers. But, I really don't expect a gift, or need one from them to know I am appreciated.

DC family 2 (ft infant) mom got stuck at work and had to call dad to pick up. I don't expect a gift from this family though, either.

DC family 3 (ft infant) forgot the gift on the table this AM as she rushed out the door late to work. I am sure this gift will be fantastic, as they are my best DC family, and have given me random gift cards throughout the year just to say thank you.

DC Grandpa picked up infant tonight though, and almost made me cry. He told me how much he appreciates all I do for his grandbaby, told me he can see how much I love and care for her, and thanked me for sharing photos and videos of her on our FB page. He didn't have to say any of that, and the fact that he did melted my heart.

Those are some of my favorite moments. One family of mine has grandparents who visit often. When in town the grandparents drop off and pick up frequently. They always thank me. Last time the grandfather hugged me, thanked me for all I do for their grandchildren and wished me a Happy Thanksgiving. It was so simple but so nice. I *might* have gotten a little emotional when they left ::

[midaycare]

Reading this made me go buy an online Amazon gift card for my son's teacher. A nice big one. I usually do something small and thoughtful (if a teacher likes hats, we buy a hat), but not this year...

[Unregistered]

Dcf#1 - mom, nothing, never has in 5 years, not even a thank you. Dad, usually gets me something, tomorrow is his day to pick up. Grandma, $50 gift card and a car emergency kit.

Dcf#2 - not a thing.

Dcf#3 - not a thing.

nothing here. Not a card or even a 'merry christmas' from 4 families

[Ariana]

Dcf#1 - mom just picked up. As I was closing the door, she turned around and said, "Oh, she won't be here tomorrow. I don't have to work." No Merry Christmas or anything.

some people are so pathetic and this says so much about her greedy rotten soul

I had a DCF for 3.5 yrs and I basically got the same gifts as the bus driver ::

[midaycare]

nothing here. Not a card or even a 'merry christmas' from 4 families

I don't care if I get gifts, but their darn well better be a "Merry Christmas" or Happy Holidays" followed by a hug or thank you.

I understand I provide a service, but I provide the most important service available. I say 'Happy Holidays' to everyone this time of year, cable service repair person included.

[sharlan]

That dcm is my least favorite in 31 years of daycare. It's very obvious that we don't care for each other.

[Blackcat31]

That dcm is my least favorite in 31 years of daycare. It's very obvious that we don't care for each other.

Isn't that funny/weird? I have a DCF right now that have been my longest attending family. I currently care for the 2 youngest out of 4 kids... and they've been a full time familiy continuously for 9.5 yrs now.

I have never ever received a gift, a card or any remote display of appreciation from this family. Not even timely payments (as they've never paid a dime for their care out of their own pocket).

The mom is not one of my favorite parents... I honestly dont even like her much which says alot because I truly do like almost everyone I meet/know.

I like DCD and I love the kids but Ive never ever received a single gesture of appreciation, thankfulness or any type of friendly wishes for ANY holiday or birthday from them.

Different strokes for different folks I guess...