Creative Care by Clare

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A nap is not just a break from the day—it is vital work time for your preschooler’s brain. When children sleep in the early afternoon, their brains move new information from short-term to long-term memory. Research shows naps can help your child remember up to 40 percent more each day, building stronger focus and better problem-solving skills.

Missing a midday nap can make it harder for your child to hold onto what they learned that morning. The most powerful naps last about 60 to 90 minutes and happen before late afternoon. Shorter or late naps might not give enough time for deep memory work and can even disrupt nighttime sleep. That’s why regular naps support not only your child’s mood, but also their growing mind.

If your preschooler stops napping too young, their thinking skills and vocabulary may fall behind. Daytime sleep is how their brains protect and grow what they experience in the world. To help your child thrive, protect their daily nap. It is when small lessons become lasting knowledge."

Love is in the air! ❤️ We had our Valentines party yesterday at Creative Care by Clare! The kids love giving as much as they LOVE receiving!

Halloween Celebration the rest of the week! I have only 1 boy in my childcare right now! He loves it! 🎃

What can I say? I have the magic touch 😂

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At home he’ll eat nibbles of grapes and finger-scoops of sauces. At Daycare he’s clearing his and his classmate’s plates. #dadsofinstagram #toddlerdad #toddlersofinstagram #parentinghumor

🎨Creative Care by Clare Childcare!🎨

Kids are getting older, and graduating! There’s an immediate infant spot plus 1 spot for 1 years or older! 3 spots 2 years or older. Full time 4 days a week (Wednesdays off) or part-time! My hours are 8-5!

I am licensed with Ramsey County. I have over 20 years experience! Plus, a bachelors degree in education! I specialize in part-time care!

Located with easy access to 94W, 280, 35w and 36w! Shoot me a message for more info! Serious and proactive inquiries only! Looking for openings to start in September!

🎨Creative Care by Clare Childcare!🎨

Kids are getting older, and graduating! There’s an immediate infant spot plus three spots for 1 years or older! Full time 4 days a week (Wednesdays off) or part-time! My hours are 8-5!

I am licensed with Ramsey County. I have over 20 years experience! Plus, a bachelors degree in education! I specialize in part-time care!

Located with easy access to 94W, 280, 35w and 36w! Shoot me a message for more info! Serious and proactive inquiries only! Looking for openings to start around mid August!

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"Our ability to tolerate our kid's distress leads to their ability to tolerate their distress." Clinical psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Becky shares tips and insights on how to raise resilient and independent kids! Find the rest of our convo at the link – we talk about finding the balance in parenting styles, get the answers to some tough parenting questions, plus we hear about her first children's book "That's My Truck!" 💕➡️ https://bit.ly/4l2ebT0