Tender Tots Learning Academy

10/13/2026

Helpful info.

👉🏽Facts About Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD)

HFMD is caused by a virus.
It spreads through coughs, sneezes, and touching things.
Kids under 5 get it most often.
Symptoms include fever, mouth sores, and a rash on hands and feet.
Most cases heal in 7-10 days, but severe cases take longer.

👇🏼Tips to Clean and Stop the Spread

Wash hands often with soap and water.
Clean toys, doorknobs, and surfaces daily.
Don’t share cups, utensils, or towels.
Stay home if sick to avoid spreading it.
Use disinfectant wipes on high-touch areas.

👇🏼Myths About HFMD

Myth: Only kids get it.
Fact: Adults can get it too, but it’s less common.

Myth: You can get it from animals.
Fact: HFMD only spreads between people.

👇🏼Where Can Kids Get HFMD?

Daycares and schools (close contact with others).
Playgrounds (shared toys and surfaces).
Public places (stores, parks, etc.).
At home (from family members who are sick).

👇🏼How to Help Kids with HFMD

Relieve Pain: Use acetaminophen or ibuprofen (ask a doctor first).
Hydrate: Offer water, milk, or cold drinks. Avoid acidic drinks.
Soothe Sores: Give soft, cool foods like yogurt or ice pops.
Rest: Keep kids home until fever and symptoms are gone.
Watch for Dehydration: Call a doctor if they can’t drink

👉🏼Does It Mean You’re Dirty?

No, getting HFMD doesn’t mean you’re dirty. It spreads easily, even if you’re clean. Kids catch it because they touch everything and often put hands or toys in their mouths. Good hygiene helps, but it’s not always enough to stop the virus.

10/12/2026

I can’t wait to show you the sneak peak of the new daycare!! It has a sensory/stem classroom, an indoor gym with climbing wall crash pads and more!! I’m hoping with the exception of decor, all will be finished today, and I’ll post pics. Tomorrow is the start of the inspections. If all goes how I’m hoping next Monday we will open . I’ll send a Procare message for more details for parents.

10/08/2026

Ms. Alley’s toddler class is learning about shadows. 😊

10/07/2026

lol yes!! A reminder to please label all jackets!

10/07/2026

Good morning!!! I just wanted to update on the progress of the new center opening. We’ve had a few hiccups but, it’s moving along nicely with a lot of hard work and long hours. We are finishing up the final touches and hope to start getting our inspections this week. I’ll post some photos later on today!

10/01/2026

Our sweet two yr olds have been learning about Fall this week! They enjoyed playing outside, crafts and painting with leaves.

09/28/2026

Good afternoon, I just wanted to talk a little about my amazing staff. Observations are completed in every classroom. We are scored on quality, classroom climate, facilitation of the curriculum, language etc. All our Fall observations scores are above state average in every class. My teachers are an amazing group of women that train hard, show up every day and, all have education and background in early childhood education. Their dedication, passion for teaching and their love for the children they teach, impress me daily. Congratulations ladies, and you are appreciated more than you know.

09/27/2026

This is why we don’t wear shoes in our nursery or young toddler class rooms. So many nasty germs can be passed to our sweet babes.

09/26/2026

I wanted to give everyone