Fever Question

[lovemykidstoo]

This got buried since last night. What are your thoughts ladies?

[Blackcat31]

http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/antibiotic-use/URI/colds.html

This says a child is considered to have a temp is it is 100.4F.

I count anything over 100F as a temp. and they go home. It's in my illness policy that the parents all sign and agree to so they can't argue.

[lovemykidstoo]

http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/antibiot...URI/colds.html

This says a child is considered to have a temp is it is 100.4F.

I count anything over 100F as a temp. and they go home. It's in my illness policy that the parents all sign and agree to so they can't argue.

So BC your rule is "over" 100. So if she would have called you with a temp of 100 you would have let him come? My problem is knowing the history of the other 4 kids in the past week that had this they all escalated quickly, so I pretty much could tell her that he probably has the same thing.

[Blackcat31]

So BC your rule is "over" 100. So if she would have called you with a temp of 100 you would have let him come? My problem is knowing the history of the other 4 kids in the past week that had this they all escalated quickly, so I pretty much could tell her that he probably has the same thing.

Well, the problem is I guess I wouldn't just take the temp of EXACTLY 100F as the only contributing factor to being sick.

Since this mom told you he had other symptoms of not feeling well (not eating and his eyes looking tired) coupled with the temp, I would have said to her that I would prefer that she be proactive and keep him home since a day of rest helps kids ward off illness but I would probably have allowed him to attend if mom was insistent. I would however, have temped him myself at the door upon drop off.

Buuuuuut () since I use the 24/48 hour rule, it would have been in her best interest to keep him home.

I guess it honestly depends on the parent/family in question. If I really felt that this mom was good about keeping her child when sick and not pushing boundaries and rules, I may have considered allowing him to attend but I would have been temping the kid at every moment. LOL!

If the family was horrible about keeping their child home and looking out for the group as a whole, I would have insisted they not come. Does that make sense?

I did write a "reminder" letter about illnesses and this time of the year that I sent out to all parents in Nov so they all know the policies I have regarding illness and exclusion. I'll see if I can attach it. Feel free to use any or all of it if you want.

[Blackcat31]

Ok, I couldn't attach it so here it is:

Dear Daycare Parents;

This is the time of year that common colds, respiratory illnesses and other winter time ailments seem to occur rather frequently. In order to prevent the continuous passing back and forth of these illnesses, I would like to take a moment to reiterate my illness policies.

I will do my best to keep the child care environment clean, sanitized and free of germs to the best of my ability. However, in order to be as diligent as possible in eliminating continuous back and forth sharing, it is extremely important that you do your part as a parent.

When your child is feeling ill, I FULLY expect you to be proactive in doing whatever is necessary to help your child overcome their illness and be as healthy as possible. This includes keeping them home if they are not feeling well enough to participate, providing a regular bedtime allowing for adequate rest as well as eating healthy meals/snacks and keeping the holiday errands and on-the-go weekends to a minimum.

Should your child exhibit any of the signs or symptoms of illness while in daycare, I will notify you immediately. You will be expected to have your child picked up within 30 minutes. If you are unable to leave work, you will need to have a reliable back up provider that is able to come for your child. If your child is not picked up within the 30 minutes of allotted time, you will be charged a late fee of $1 per minute.

Please use your best judgment when deciding if your child is well enough to attend care. Please understand that what may seem like minor symptoms at home are increased 10 fold when in a group of other loud rambunctious children. Also keep in mind that should your child be sent home from care, they must remain home for 48 hours AFTER symptoms reside without the use of any medications or fever reducers. Choosing to keep your child home on your own requires the standard 24 hours of being symptom free.

Being part of a group childcare means doing what is best for the group as a whole. Please be considerate of this. I fully understand that some illnesses are not preventable and I do sympathize with you when you need to take a day off to be with your child. However, when illnesses are continually passed back and forth the average amount of days off per parent is around 4 versus having to take only one day when being proactive.

I also want to remind everyone that I will NOT play the blame game when trying to pinpoint where an illness came from. ALL parents work in the public sector and there are so many different ways to get and carry illnesses and germs that blaming one person is simply not acceptable or logical in anyway.

Attached is a copy of my illness policy. Please remember this policy was discussed in depth and agreed to by both parties upon enrollment.

Thank you,

Provider

[lovemykidstoo]

Thank you BC! I'm going to be typing and sending out an updated illness policy in January after the holidays. I guess I need to be more specific with some parents. I only was nervous about this child because of the other 4 kids that I've had out for 3 or more days within the past week. I like your policy that you put on here and will be saving that! Thanks!

[Play Care]

I actually tried to take a pic of the digital thermometer today but my darn phone wouldn't make it out good enough. I'm actually surprised by this parent today. They normally don't act like that. I didn't have the problem though of them not believing me though. I think they could just maybe slip it by me though. Don't think so

This is my issue - neither my camera or phone camera take good enough pics to get this down. I do document everything though.
I am fairly strict about my illness policy and have never had issues with it - but once in a while I will get a passive aggressive comment about how the child was "fine" all the evening/day before. I just let them roll right off

[Blackcat31]

This is my issue - neither my camera or phone camera take good enough pics to get this down. I do document everything though.
I am fairly strict about my illness policy and have never had issues with it - but once in a while I will get a passive aggressive comment about how the child was "fine" all the evening/day before. I just let them roll right off

In regards to the comments from parents about kids being fine at home, I always tell them that behavior at daycare is NOTHING like behavior at home.

They aren't even comparable.

Evidence is visible every day at pick up time when little Johnny is acting like a wild banshee and displaying behaviors he wouldn't dare do while at daycare.

[morgancooper]

Health and Treatment

Don't worry about such diseases but i suggest you to try some honey with milk as a diet to your child as honey is natural and has no side effects and it will make him healthy and fit.
manuka honey

[sunlight]

Blackcat your advice and knowlege is much appreciated! I too have had parents that bring sick sick kids to care know they are sick etc. I usually end up calling them to return and pick them up. Sometimes I guess they have to make an appearance at work so they don't get in trouble. What has recently worked for me is telling the parents if your child is having a fever keep them home because if I get sick, there will be no one here to watch your child. This may sound silly, but it is working!

Have a great day everyone!

[kitykids3]

My policy is if it is 100 or higher with other symptoms, then go home (ie:not eating, tired, etc.).
101 they go home even if they don't have any other symptoms.