As the start of a new year approaches (one we have all been looking forward to, I'm sure!), it seemed relevant to share a previously posted article with some child care cost-saving tips. Which of these are you utilizing? What suggestions do you have? Dear Dr. Day Care, With the start of a new year, I like to look over my family's expenses to help us stick to a budget. Do you have any ideas on how my family can save money on child care? Signed, Worried about the cost of child care Dear Worried, This is an excellent question and something many working parents face. It is … [Read more...]
Teaching math concepts to infants
Dear Dr. Day Care, I am worried that my daughter will not be good at math. I always hated math, in fact her dad and I first met in a class for struggling math students! Even though she is still just a baby, I don’t want her to struggle like we did with math. What can we do to help her? Do you have any suggestions? Signed, Math Struggles Dear Math Struggles, It is never to early to start teaching math skills! Many parents believe they should wait until school starts, not realizing that building a strong math foundation begins at birth. The best way to engage a child in math … [Read more...]
Hectic Holidays
Dear Dr. Day Care, I am the parent of 2 young children. Do you have any suggestions to get through the hectic holiday season as a working parent? -Holiday Help Dear Holiday Help: December is a hustle and bustle month for most families. Families with young children often experience higher stress levels. This stress can make these special times less enjoyable. The added tasks of holiday shopping, baking, cooking for guests, attending social events, and decorating your home can create a busy time. Keep it simple During this time of year, I suggest that families with young … [Read more...]
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