Mike and I are in the process of trying to figure out the best child care option for our little love, Delainey Grace. We have considered several options like standard day care, in home day care and even a nanny. In the end, its all expensive - but we need to figure out what makes the most sense for Delainey, and our family.
So we spent the morning thinking and researching important questions we need to ask any child care provider.
We have a few options - We have reserved a space in the Covenant School ( a Rio Rancho Day Care facility) which is a very nice place so that should my first choice of a "nanny" not pan out - we at least have a back up.
I have the names of three people that friends have recommended that have past experience as in home child care providers or a nanny. I have spoken to two out of the three of them, and they seem very nice. I have to email them the long list of questions we have put together so that each potential candidate can take some time and answer these questions to give us a better look at their experience and mind set.
In all of this - I can totally see why some people make the choice to not work and stay home with their child(ren) as it is both expensive and taxing. You are looking for someone to care for your child....the most important thing in your life. Crazy! I mean I struggle to trust people with my dogs - and now I am trying to find someone I trust enough to watch our precious little gift...
However, at this point in time...Mike and I both need/want to work - so that is just not an option.
It's also times like this that I wish we lived closer to family...I know at least one grandparent (Nina) that would happily watch Miss Delainey every day and love every second of it. While I would not want to put that kind of burden on either of our parents - I know it is something they would enjoy and celebrate...and something we would totally be grateful for!
Oh well - as is life - we have to play the hands we are dealt...so back to the research!
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