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Advice to a New Childcare Provider

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Advice to a New Childcare Provider

I recently had a reader leave a comment asking for advice. Here is what she said;   Advice to a New Childcare Provider

“I am a mom of three… I am thinking of starting a childcare from home. But I am scared of leaving my safe job/check… I am scared I won’t be able to fill the spots. But I really want to be able to spend more time with my littles.”

I posted her question in our Facebook Group.  WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE THIS READER? Any advice?And here is what fellow providers had to say –

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Recipe for Quality Childcare

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When looking for a childcare for their children most parents want to believe they are choosing a Quality Childcare.  The phrase “Quality Childcare” is sort of a buzz word phrase that gets thrown around a lot. Many programs profess to be a quality program, but what determines if a program is a quality childcare?  Let’s discuss what specific industry standards indicate a quality program.

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Professional Development for Providers

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What does Professional Development for Providers look like?  Is that something you think about?  Do you think it is important for the growth of your business?  

Well, whether you do or not today I want to give you some reasons why you might consider investing some time in professional development and how your business might benefit if you do.  Oh, and to encourage you, I’ve got a FREE DOWNLOAD just for you – so keep reading.

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What to Include in Child Care Handbook

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Aside from your contract, your child care handbook is one of the most important documents you should have when you start your child care.  Why do I say that?  Is a child care handbook really necessary?  Glad you asked!

YES, IT IS!

I’m going deep with this one. So grab a latte and let’s get into what should be in your child care handbook.

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5 Child Care Provider Resources

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You know sometimes a provider can really feel all alone.  Even though we love our job, we are couped up with kids all day, at home all week and the only adults we seem to interact with are our parent clients.  Having a few child care provider resources in your pocket can be your best friend.

Unlike corporate types, we rarely get to interact with our contemporaries which can be a not such so good thing.  Sometimes we really need to reach out and touch somebody (I think that was a song).  

So today I want to give my fellow providers some go-to resources that I keep in my back pocket or a contact list for when I have an issue, question or even if I need a craft project.  So this is for you, check out this list of child care provider resources.

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