Caring for my kids when I'm at work

Starting Child Care: How to Minimise Separation Anxiety

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Taking your child to a daycare center for the first time can cause separation anxiety in your child. Several measures can help to reduce the magnitude of that separation anxiety. This article discusses some of those helpful measures. Control Your Feelings Children are very sensitive to the attitudes and feelings of their parents or caregivers. It is therefore very important for you to be positive as you take your child to the daycare center for the first time.…

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Five Safety Tips to Keep in Mind When Hiring and Employing Nannies

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If you are hiring a nanny, there are numerous steps you can take to ensure your child is as safe as possible. Wondering what to keep in mind? Here’s a look at five tips to help you: 1. Trust your instincts When you are hiring anyone to work with your kids, it’s critical to trust your instincts. If something in you cries, “no” to a particular candidate, you should honour that feeling, regardless of the nanny’s credentials on paper.…

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2 Props You Can Use To Help Your Child Transition To Day Care

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Transitioning from being home with you to starting day care can be tough for young kids. Their routine will change, they’ll miss you, and they may not understand why they now attend day care. You can make their transition smoother by helping them understand what to expect and getting them excited about the fun things they’ll do at day care. Here are two props you can use at home to help your child see day care as a positive experience:…

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