Manitas de Dios Child Care Provider

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Let’s keep it real….👇

10 THINGS EVERY PARENT SHOULD APPRECIATE ABOUT THEIR DAYCARE PROVIDER

1. They said yes to YOU. Confession: there are many families looking for daycare yet your provider chose you to be a part of theirs!

2. Providers work long hours taking care of your children - loving them as their own! Who else does that!?!? No, really.

3. They change more diapers a day than most parents a week. DID I JUST SAY THAT!?!? Yes, I did! This is not an exaggeration. And trust me, blowouts and the smell of nasty diapers are less than glamorous. Get your Provider nice smelling candles asap.

4. They help you potty train your child - honestly, who else would want to clean up wet p*e messes? No volunteers for that job. But your provider. She’s special.

5. They cook and provide LOTS of snacks every single day because here’s the truth: even though your kids are little - they are ALWAYS hungry. You know it’s true. Also, just fyi: groceries are not cheap.

6. They show up every day with a smile on their face ready to take care of your kids despite their own personal battles. They want you to be able to go to work and not worry about your littles. They got you covered!

7. They did not charge you late fees when you were running late to pick up your kiddos - even though they should have! Real talk: you knew you were late but you hoped they didn’t notice! They did. They just gave you a break. PSA: next time they’ll charge you! Don’t take advantage of their kindness!

8. They did not charge you late fees when money was tight and you paid late. Why? Because they care! Would banks and credit card companies charge you late fees? Of course they would! They don’t care!!! So, thank your provider for showing you grace. But NEVER take advantage of their good heart. Pay on time!

9. They buy gifts for your kids and make holidays special. They decorate. Throw fun parties. And send kids home with treats. Did you notice?

10. They don’t take time off or vacation as much as they should. They’re exhausted yet they keep showing up. They deserve a break yet they know you need them - so they work and work and work some more. Hello!?!? Can we acknowledge that providers are a special kind of people!?!? In a world where most people care only about themselves, providers care about you and your FAMILY! What a GIFT!

Bottom line: be thankful. Show appreciation- providers deserve it but will never ask for it.

Tell them “thank you” - that’s the least you can do. And it’s free.

But if you have some extra money: SPOIL YOUR PROVIDER! 🧡

Let's take it outside! Spending time outdoors can be transformative.

It regulates, calms, invigorates and focuses a child all at the same time.

Get out their wiggly-woos and blow away the bad moods with a dose of expansive sky and fresh air.

(No matter the weather!)

Feeling like you want to spruce up your process art area with some new ideas? Ready to add more glue play into your day? Need help letting go of glue control? I have just the party for you 🥳 … You are cordially invited to attend Kristen’s Free the Glue Party (live on Zoom) to be inspired with all things sticky, runny and glittery! 🥳 🎉When: Wednesday, March 27th at 7pm CST 🎉Where: Zoom (recording and PD certificate for 2 hours will be sent out the following day along with your bonus Free the Glue Ebook!) 🎉Who: YOU! Anyone that wants permission to let go of glue control, get new ideas and inspo and trouble shooting! 🎉Register: comment PARTY and we will send you the registration link! #freetheglue #earlychildhoodeducation #preschoolart #preschoolactivities #preschoolteacher #preschoolplay #playbasedlearning

Yes! Outdoor time is important, enriching, invigorating. Let's make it happen!

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