Welcoming a new baby to your family is an exciting time. If both
parents will continue to work after the baby is born, you will be faced with
the challenge of finding an infant
care option that is safe,
developmentally appropriate for the child, and fits within your budget. Trusting
someone to take care of your baby is a huge leap of faith and trust.
Here are some infant care options available to you:
- Home Care – With this option, a
relative or a nanny comes to your home to care for your baby. One major
advantage of this infant care option is that your child gets a one-on-one
care in a familiar environment. If the care is given by a relative it is
usually very affordable compared to a nanny. You may also decide to host a
nanny-share. In this case, a nanny takes care or your baby and another
infant at your house. This helps to reduce your family’s cost for the
nanny.
- Family day care - This is also
referred to as home center. It is a popular program especially for parents
with very young children. A caregiver may look after 2-6 children of
different ages in her house with the help of another adult. This infant
care option offers your infant care in a home setting that just isn’t your
house. A good family daycare will also have written policies so everyone
understands and follows the rules. Home daycares should be licensed.
- Day care center - This is a more professional
operation. Day care centers must be licensed and meet various government
regulations and safety standards. Day care centers have professional
staffs and they accept infants as young as six weeks old. There are many
benefits in using day care centers. For instance, these programs are well
staffed and they have curriculums aimed at fostering self-confidence,
developing motor and social skill and bolstering intellectual development.
In order to access the best care option for convenience and
development of your child in terms of confidence, respect and independence, make an appointment today to
schedule a tour with Montessori Children's Center in Fremont.