All You Need To Know About Different Types Of Child Care -2

Hope you found my blog, “All You Need To Know About Different Types Of Child Care -1” informative and knew about 4 different types of childcare arrangements namely, Babysitter, Mother's Helper, Child-Care Swap and Au pair. I thought it would be appropriate to discuss a few more such arrangements that would help.

Some more different types of childcare arrangement are:

Nanny:

Nanny or the in-home provider is convenient for parents that do not want to leave their kid in a daycare but wishes to engage someone that has a more regular and involved relationship with the family and watches over a child many hours in a day or on a consistent weekly schedule. Dedicated totally to childcare a nanny could have a formal education in child development or related fields. She may engage in developmental activities as well as cooking and cleaning for the family. Paid by the hour once a week or month, their rates average $10 to $25 an hour.  They could be hired from an agency or online from online resources as Care.com or local college campuses.

Relative Care: 

This form of childcare by a relative like grandparents, aunts or any other family member is beneficial because the care is given by someone who already knows you and you could trust. However this form of childcare could cause potential stress when it is difficult to communicate your expectations to a relative. Relatives that are retired may offer this care free, however you should be prepared to discuss some form of payment or compensation for their time and effort.

Day-Care Center: 

This type of childcare provides care in a , drop-off facility, with some for short, hour-by-hour care, but most provide either half- or full-day care that includes activities, meals, naps, and possibly outings. A daycare center provides more structured learning opportunities and may also help for social development of the children as they mix with other children. Most daycare centers have monthly fees that depend on the locality and type of care given; some may charge more for the additional facilities provided. You could easily locate daycare centers by using recommendations from friends, search engines, or lists from state licensing agencies.

Family Day Care:

This form of childcare provides a daycare facility in someone else’s house in the neighborhood. Having fewer children, this facility helps both parents and children to feel comfortable in familiar places and spaces that help to make the transition easy for some kids. They are cheaper than a daycare center, with a quality, licensed family child care providing more care than group babysitting. Many state licensing regulations require that family day cares provide age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate activities for the children that are best done by trained providers. You could come to know about family day-care centers by word of mouth or Angie's List.

A last word; the best child-care provider will be the one who matches your family's needs and availability; it should be trustworthy, and provide consistent, attentive care for your child.

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