how long does the average kid in Baltimore, MD. stay in daycare?
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When you say stay in daycare, do you mean a daycare center or like the "Y"? I use to do in home daycare and the longest the children were allowed to stay in care was up to the age of 12 years old.\n\nIf a parent had a child that wasn't trustworthy to stay home or go to after school, then I would let them come and stay with me as a favor to the parent.
160014
Yes You should not leave a child that age alone for 5 minutes, because were ever your going can have you there longer for 5 minutes. 5 minutes can turn into one hour. It only takes 5 minutes for a stranger to knock on your door, and the 8 year old child opens the door and the stranger takes off with her. You should know that leaving a 8 year home for 5 minutes is a BIG NO NO!
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I have two kids and when I've had to enroll them in daycare  I look for cleanliness, a reasonable child to adult ratio and a safe enviroment to include the playground.  I won't pick one if one of these things is not up to par.  A dangerous playground is a killer for me even if the place is wonderful.    If the place is dirty or too messy it sends my kids the wrong message about being clean and it also attracts illnesses.  Kids get sick enough as it is they don't need help.  And sometimes the daycare is wonderful and the teachers are great but if its 15 kids for 1 adult there is no way she can handle that properly.  The educational part of daycares is something Im not to pushy about because all the ones I've been to are pretty much the same, but just make sure you check out their schedule to make sure they don't just sit around and watch TV all day.\n\nIf your question is about a long term baby-sitter, I look for all the same things.  I also like to meet them at a McDonalds or something to see how he/she interacts with the kids..  I usually try and keep away from these because they arent as trustworthy and the kids get less kid to kid interaction since these can only have about 4 kids at a time.
102836
7-8 hours for adults. 9-10 for kids. infants - as much as they want :)
328862
It will very depending on the cost of the daycare. I am a daycare provider. The income of the families I watch their kids from ranges from 2500 a month to 3500 a month.
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Depends on what state you live in.\n\nMost States do not have regulations or laws about when a child is considered old enough to care for him/herself or to care for other children. Currently Illinois and Maryland have laws addressing this topic. States may have guidelines or recommendations. These guidelines are most often distributed through child protective services and are administered at the county level.
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there's only just under 13 months between my older brother and myself, and I knew a lady once who had two children in eleven months.   She wasn't white trash, she's a pharmacist now.  Sometimes accidents happen, other times, people just plan their children to arrive quickly.   As long as they're taken care of, it's no-one elses business
1038356
Okay that is a loaded question.\n1) Many schools have after school daycare programs for around $10/day or $4/hour -- GREAT DEAL DO IT -- the ratios are great and the abused kid issue is not likely\n2) Home care will be around $5-$10/hour - not worth is as they crank in as many kids as possible. Rules are LAX and you see kids abused and die and ignored as the people sit in front of the TV and watch.\n3) Home care of any quality $10-$20/hour still risky\n4) Get family members of change you hours -- this is ALWAYS the best choice - prefer YOU watch your kids youself or your spouse/childs father
310215
Depends on the situation and if we can get away from the kids for 10 minutes.
445666
All the time.  I would say about 5-7 days is average.
511540
Look in your local directory and call around. It will take you time but it will be time well spent since it will be a big part of your child's life. You don't want to leave your loved ones in unfit care. Once you have found a couple that sound good, make an appointment to go and check out the best ones. Here are some good things to look for when you visit:\n* Look at the building. Is it clean and safe? Are there heaps of resources/toys for the children to play with?\n* What is the play area outside like? Is there room for the kids to run? Is the equipment safe and well maintained?\n* Are the staff friendly and happy?\n* Do the kids currently at the centre appear happy? Are they playing well or running around causing havoc?\n* Do the teachers plan for each child individually? Do they write down observations of what the child is doing and plan activities based on the children's interests and needs?\n* Have a look at the major policies, including child protection, behaviour management, and food preparation/diets (if food provided by centre).\n\nI hope this helps!
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I worked at a daycare for 5 years but I am in a different state and am not sure if the same rules and regs apply there.  If there was an incident report filed it would be at the center.  We had to keep all records for at least 10 years.  If the police were called to the center to help handle the situation there should be some way of getting a report from the station.  Call the center and ask the director and call the police station and ask how long they keep reports on file.  I wish you luck.
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12 hours for children, 8 hours for adults.
561093
My son is 10 moths old and I'm still nursing him.  I love the bond between us.  I don't plan to take it from him any time soon. My sis has a 2 year old and weemed her at 2 on her b-day.  The more you nurse them the more the protection lasts.  I never gave my son a bottle.  Now he eats solid foods and and drinks water out of a sippy cup.  I nurse him when he wants and to go to sleep.  Just let time take it's course.  She'll let yo know when she's ready to weem.
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There's no "legal" age for babysitting in most states, although Maryland and Illinois do have laws addressing the topic.\n\nIf the babysitter is left in charge of the children by the parents, she is acting "in loco parentis" - that is, in place of the parent.  In other words, she is legally acting AS the parent when neither is present, and has the full responsibility and authority she was given by the parent(s).\n\nSo the mom is both legally and morally wrong in telling the kids not to mind the babysitter.\n\n"In loco parentis\n\n    a person who has custodial/parental responsibility and authority although not actually being a parent (literally: "in place of the parents"). Although this can be established by written contract it is often assumed in common situations; thus a sibling or babysitter may have limited rights to act in loco parentis until the legal custodial parties (parents etc.) can be contacted."
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Listen, you just used up fifteen points asking the same question. The best method of finding out if any daycare is a good one is to do a visit when they are not expecting you. If they do not want to give you access on the spot then something is wrong with that particular establishment and I would never leave my child there for any reason.\n\nSecondly, get the names of parents who have used this daycare service. Again, if they do not wish to provide you with this information then do not leave your child there. Also ask for the name of somebody who was NOT pleased with their daycare and talk to them. Again, if they do not wish to provide this do not leave your child there. \n\nAny daycare program is going to have those who were not pleased. This is normal. A reputable center will understand they can't keep every single parent happy. They should be understanding of your desire to make the best decision for your child and provide you any information you request and give you a tour of the facilities on the spot without having to make and appointment. If an appointment is required then they have something to hide and what to make sure you do not see anything they are hiding in how they care for the children. Also find out what the child/careprovider ratio is for your state.\n\nGood luck in finding the best child care possible for your child. This is a very stressfull thing to have to do. It is so diffuclt leaving our children with strangers and there are so few really good centers.
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I majored in Child Development. I don't do much with it now, but it does come in handy every now and again with my own children. You learn about how children develop ie: average age they begin to walk, talk, etc.