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Just a few things from Ms. Lynda that will help this be a great relationship for all of us…..

*Drop off and pick up times are sometimes very hectic as more then one parent maybe dropping off at a time. I ask that everyone be considerate of others during this time and make arrival and departure as quick as possible. And remember separation anxiety will be an issue in the beginning and is perfectly normal. I have never had a child that did not settle down before to long after mom or dad left. Please feel free to call or text as many times as you want to check on your child. Just remember if I do not answer right away it is because my first priority is your little one not answering the phone. I will return your call or text as soon as I can.

Drop off and pick-up times may not be a good time to discuss serious problems or concerns. I would prefer to start or end the day with the days events or light hearted discussions. We can schedule another time for things you have concerns about when I can give you my full attention.

*Cubbies – Each child will have a cubby with his/her name on it. I would like for each child to have an extra set of clothes (including socks). I have drawers on my changing table for extra diapers/cream etc. You can bring as many as you want and I will store them. You will be warned when your child needs more. I ask that you label all of your child’s things.

*Cleanliness/Hygiene – I do me best to keep the daycare and the children clean. The children’s hands are washed before and after meals, using the bathroom, and coming in from outside. Infants nap in cribs and toddlers on cots. I ask that you provide a blanket and I will provide the sheets. These are washed weekly or as often as needed. Toys are sanitized with a bleach solution once a week (Fridays).

*Potty Training – I will assist you in potty training your child. Your child will not learn if they don’t work on it both at daycare with me and at home with you. To start potty training you must begin working with your child at home, either during vacation or over a long weekend. When working on training at daycare your child’s clothing should be easy for them to manage with only minor help from me to encourage self-help skills. Please do not put your child in Buckles, belts, overalls and suspenders this create a problem for a child who is in a hurry and may result in more accidents. I also request that each potty training child have 6 changes of training pants (for sanitary reasons I ask that plastic pants go over underwear or training pants) or pull ups. Extra changes of clothing are also necessary, including socks.

* Open Door Policy – While your child is in my care the door is always open to you. Open door does not mean unlocked for safety reasons doors remain locked except at drop off and pick up times. I would however ask you to consider our schedule when dropping in or calling, and remember that visitors usually excite children and your own child may want to leave with you when you go. Please keep in mind that my first priority is the children in my care and there may be times when it is not possible for me to answer the phone. If the phone goes unanswered, please do not become alarmed, simply leave me a voice or text message and I will call you as soon as possible (usually within 5 minutes).

*Sickness – If your child is out ill regular fees still apply. Your child may come to daycare if they have a common cold (which means a slight cough, clear runny nose, sneezing); however I will call you to pick up if your child is just inconsolable. Your child may not come to daycare if they have one or more of the following:

  Fever (100.0*F or higher) - child must be fever free for 24 hours without the aid of medication before returning

  Diarrhea - child must be symptom free for 24 hours without the aid of medication before returning

  Vomiting - child must be symptom free for 24 hours without the aid of medication before returning

  Runny nose - with any colored discharge – check with doctor

  Rash – check with doctor

  Discharge from eyes or ears

  Communicable diseases – chicken pox, measles, mumps, pink eye, flu etc.

Your child may return when the incubation and contagious period has passed and the child feels well enough to resume normal activities. I have the right to refuse to care for a sick child. I understand and respect that you need to work, but a sick child wants mom and dad not Ms. Lynda.

*Medical Emergencies – Minor bumps and scrapes will happen. They will receive appropriate first aid and kisses. If an emergency injury or illness occurs, you will be notified immediately. If I can not reach either parent, I will call the emergency contact person. If necessary your child will be transported by ambulance to the hospital. Parents are responsible for any and all costs involved in emergency medical treatment, including transportation if required.

*Behavioral issues – As both a mom and a provider I believe the best way to deal with behavioral issues is to re-direction, positive re-enforcement, and time out. If time out is used it will be one minute per year of age. Discipline is a decision that both parents and I must agree upon. Here at Hugga-Bear Childcare I do not believe in spanking or yelling at the children. I would like to be consistent with whatever form you are using at home. So if you have other suggestions or concerns, feel free to talk with me about them. This matter is as important to me as I am sure it is to you.

*Communication with my parents is very important to me. I want you to feel that you can come to me with any questions, concerns or feedback that you may have. If we can not talk during drop off or pick up you may call, text, or set up a conference. The most important thing is that you feel completely as ease talking with me.

*Miscellaneous: I ask that you not bring toys from home. Your child may not want to share his/her personal toy which I understand. Also I can not guarantee that toys will not be lost or broken. ***However, I welcome any toys that you may want to donate for everyone to play with.

I take pictures when possible with my cell phone which I will send to you through out they day along with text messages letting you know how your little one is doing.

I want to thank you for allowing me to be apart of your child’s life.