It is essential to not wait to the last minute to hire the help you need in raising your children. It never ceases to amaze me the amount of time and research one will put into the purchase of their car, the purchase of a home, or even the purchase of a splashy new pair of shoes. But when it comes to childcare, one will settle for the closest, the cheapest, the easiest, etc. This site is about choosing excellence. Not just for you, the parent, but the child as well. When we select excellence, the entire family benefits.
I have over 40 years experience as a childcare provider. I have 29 years experience as a hands-on mother. Let me guide you in your search for excellence in childcare.
This will be broken down into several articles. I recommend you and your spouse discuss what is best for you and your child(ren).
Before you start, consider your salary, or the salary of your husband or wife. Will it cost nearly your paycheck to have care provided for your child? Check with your tax advisor and account for all of the deductions you are allowed under the law for childcare. Find out if your employer offers childcare benefits. Account for high-end daycare in your area. Do not base your estimate on the cheapest available. With an available budget in hand, let us move forward.