It seems that as soon as I put Pookah in daycare at 8 months, we’ve had issues. So I guess it’s only natural that’s I’m jumpy about tomorrow.
So this past week was busy/stressful. If you read my blog you know why. But just in case you don’t know, Pookah starts a new daycare tomorrow. His third in his short two year life. I’m nervous about it because frankly, what REALLy makes this one different than the rest? They all looked wonderful in the beginning. They all had promise. And then, they all went down hill, or had that ONE big incident that made me say “time to go.” Maybe because this is a smaller classroom? Maybe because it’s not trying to be anything other than daycare at this age? Yes, they are slooooowly going to ttry to teach ABCs and numbers and colors and shapes. Unlike the others who wanted to do it at a fast pace. But I’m not really even concerned about that. What if Pookah doesn’t like it? What if the teacher/teachers turn out to be fake/foolish/mean/crazy? What if they screw my child up in the name of the Lord?(it is a church based daycare). What if they aren’t diligent and he gets into some food and they have to call 911, or they don’t even recognize that he is having an allergic reaction. What if what if what if???????I know I know, I’m just paranoid. Or at least that’s what I’m telling myself. But I just want him to be happy. And safe. And in a great environment. Will that happen? I guess only time will tell.
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It sucks that on top of everything else you have going on in your life you need to worry about this. I am sorry and really hope it works out this time. I have been there and that kind of stress is the worst.
Ayana
Monday 19th of September 2011
Wow, we just changed the Daycare that Zekey goes to, too! It is hard to find a good match. Especially around here - they start at $1100/month (with a waiting list!) and they aren't even that good!
We just put him in a part-time Waldorf PreSchool - which so far, I LOVE. But we will see...
Monika
Monday 19th of September 2011
Keeping my fingers crossed that this is the right fit for both of you. Sending positive energy for a great week - after the other caregiver challenges, you are due for some good luck.
Optimistic Mom
Sunday 18th of September 2011
I hope that this is a good place for you and your little one. I would question the same things, (and I did).
I ultimately had to put my trust in the Lord and pray for his protection and well being at all times.
Hang in there mama!
Fadra
Sunday 18th of September 2011
I was so so so lucky in that I found a friend of a friend who did homecare for only about 5 children in her home. My son spent the first 4 years of his life with her and she is like another grandmother to him. My advice? If this one doesn't feel right, try to find someone who takes care of kids in their home and can give Pookah a nurturing environment. That's way more important than ABCs right now.
Veronica
Tuesday 20th of September 2011
It sucks that on top of everything else you have going on in your life you need to worry about this. I am sorry and really hope it works out this time. I have been there and that kind of stress is the worst.
Ayana
Monday 19th of September 2011
Wow, we just changed the Daycare that Zekey goes to, too! It is hard to find a good match. Especially around here - they start at $1100/month (with a waiting list!) and they aren't even that good!
We just put him in a part-time Waldorf PreSchool - which so far, I LOVE. But we will see...
Monika
Monday 19th of September 2011
Keeping my fingers crossed that this is the right fit for both of you. Sending positive energy for a great week - after the other caregiver challenges, you are due for some good luck.
Optimistic Mom
Sunday 18th of September 2011
I hope that this is a good place for you and your little one. I would question the same things, (and I did). I ultimately had to put my trust in the Lord and pray for his protection and well being at all times. Hang in there mama!
Fadra
Sunday 18th of September 2011
I was so so so lucky in that I found a friend of a friend who did homecare for only about 5 children in her home. My son spent the first 4 years of his life with her and she is like another grandmother to him. My advice? If this one doesn't feel right, try to find someone who takes care of kids in their home and can give Pookah a nurturing environment. That's way more important than ABCs right now.