Kidding Around Child Care Center

It's Friday. If you could tell your younger self one thing about parenthood before you had kids what would it be? No wrong answers. Just be real. The comments on this one are about to be something. Drop yours below.

People think daycare is just babysitting. Let me tell you what actually happens in a single day at Kidding Around. Breakfast. Circle time. Learning activities. Arts and crafts. Outside play. Lunch. Story time. Nap time. Afternoon snack. More activities. Pickup. And somewhere in between we're wiping tears, tying shoes, teaching manners, breaking up arguments, giving hugs, and making sure every single child feels safe and loved. Every single day. For over 11 years. That's not babysitting. That's dedication.

A reminder that the first five years of a child's life are the most critical for brain development. That means the environment your child is in during those years matters more than most people think. The conversations they hear. The diversity they're exposed to. The way they're spoken to. The structure they're given. Choose your child's environment wisely. It's shaping who they become.

Parents. What made you choose the childcare center your child is currently at? Was it location? Price? The feeling you got when you walked in? Word of mouth? We're curious because at Kidding Around the number one thing families tell us is that they felt it the moment they walked through our doors. That matters more than people realize. Drop what sold you on your center below.

Forget the toys. Forget the classes. The single best thing you can do for your child this summer costs absolutely nothing.
Send them outside.

We know that sounds too simple — but the research behind outdoor play is genuinely staggering. Children who spend regular time outside show better focus, lower stress, stronger emotional regulation, richer social skills, AND healthier immune systems from natural Vitamin D exposure.

And here is the part that stops most parents in their tracks: the time children spend outdoors is at an ALL TIME LOW right now. Screen time, scheduled indoor activities, and safety concerns have pulled kids inside — and the developmental cost is real.
We wrote about all of it in our latest blog. The science, the benefits, and the practical ways busy families can make outdoor time happen even with a packed schedule.

Summer is literally RIGHT NOW. Read it, share it, then push your kids outside. ☀️💚

Comment your child's favorite outdoor activity below!
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Childcare providers let's talk. What is the number one thing you wish parents understood about what we do every day? Not to complain. Just to educate. Because most people really don't know what goes into caring for other people's children 8 to 12 hours a day. Drop yours below.

Hot take: taking the iPad away completely is NOT the answer. And the latest research actually backs that up.

In 2026, a study following 25,000 kids found that screen time alone does NOT directly cause mental health problems. What matters is WHAT they are watching, for how long, what it is replacing, and whether a trusted adult is in the conversation.

Countries are banning social media for kids under 15. Bipartisan legislation in the US is pushing to remove children under 13 from platforms entirely. And yet mental health professionals are saying blanket bans often create MORE conflict without actually improving outcomes.

So what DOES work? We laid it all out in our latest blog — the real research, the practical strategies, and what digital resilience actually looks like for children in 2026.

This is the screen time conversation we should all be having. 📱💚

Drop your biggest screen time struggle in the comments — let's talk.

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To every parent with a rising Kindergartener — take a breath. Seriously.

Your child does NOT need to read full sentences before their first day. They do NOT need to know how to write perfectly or count to 100. What teachers actually wish more parents knew is that the children who struggle most are the ones who haven't learned how to manage big emotions, share space, and follow a routine.
THAT is what Kindergarten readiness actually looks like in 2026.

We broke it all down in our latest blog — the five developmental areas that actually matter, what teachers say every incoming student needs, and the simple things you can do at home right now to prepare your child without the pressure.
If your little one is heading to Kindergarten this fall, this one is for you. 🎒💛

Tag a Kindergarten parent who needs to read this!

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Just a friendly reminder that Kidding Around Child Care Center will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume normal operations on Saturday. Enjoy the holiday with your families!

Kidding Around Child Care Center is a no nonsense zone. We take PRIDE in being one of the only diverse child care centers in the county and we take even more pride in teaching our children the importance of love, kindness, and respect toward their peers regardless of what they look like or where they come from.

With the societal climate we are living in right now it is more important than ever that parents do their due diligence when choosing a child care center. Research where you are placing your children. Ask questions. Look around the room. Pay attention to the environment and the energy.

Place your children in spaces where they feel loved and ACCEPTED. Never rejected. Place them in spaces where diversity is valued and differences are celebrated not tolerated. Place them in spaces where they are being taught how to treat people the right way from the very beginning.

If you are a parent who aligns with these beliefs bring those precious babies where they belong. We have been doing this for over 11 years and our standard has never changed. We must protect our children. All of them.

Hendersonville Child Care & Preschool | Kidding Around Child Care Center Welcome to Kidding Around Child Care Center in Hendersonville, Tennessee! We provide exceptional care for children ages 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our experienced and nurturing staff create a safe, stimulating environment where your little ones can learn, grow, and thrive. Start your daycare enrollment...