How to Know the Things Parents Really Think About After a Childcare Tour
For years, I’ve written about how to give a great tour. I’ve shared what my tours looked like, even how to stop parents from ghosting you afterward. But I’ll be honest—I missed something big. I didn’t stop to think about what parents are really worried about when they come to your childcare and especially what’s […]
What Happens After Childcare? Why I Closed My Daycare and What I Did Next
After more than two decades running my own childcare business, I made the tough but exciting decision to close my doors in 2020. But here’s the thing—my childcare exit strategy didn’t start the day I packed up the playroom. I had been quietly planning my next chapter for at least two years before that final […]
Digital or Paper Planner? How to Pick the BEST One for Your Childcare Biz
If you’re a busy childcare provider juggling diaper changes, snack prep, circle time, and billing (sometimes all before 10 a.m.), you know how important it is to stay organized. That’s where a childcare provider planner can be a total game-changer. Whether you’re team digital or ride-or-die for pen and paper, choosing the right planner for […]
10 Amazing Ways to Use AI in Your Childcare
Running a childcare business is rewarding—but let’s be real, it’s also a lot. From planning activities to writing newsletters and handling parent communication, your to-do list never seems to end. That’s why more and more providers are starting to explore the power of AI for childcare providers. And guess what? You don’t need to be […]
7 Fun and Easy Shark Week Ideas for Childcare Providers
If you’re a provider who wants to bring a little bite-sized fun and learning to your program, I’ve got you. Here are 7 simple and exciting shark-themed activities that your kids will love—and you’ll actually enjoy putting together (other than singing🎶Baby Shark a million times).