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Expectations from your child's provider
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The three things I would want are a quality academic education, support in emotional development, and health/safety.The three things I would fear are abuse/harm, an unsafe environment, and teachers who are unaccepting of diversity.
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Great insights, Hannah! Balancing academic, emotional, and safety needs is crucial for a child’s development and well-being.
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I am a parent to four kids and my three biggest fears leaving them in care are: health and safety, compassion for their various needs and talents, and being included in their education.Three things I would want from a provider is knowledge that they understand my kiddo’s allergy plan, that they are safe for my child to be around and have a solid understanding of child development, and that I have a good working relationship with them, so we can be a team to support my child.
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Allison, you’ve highlighted essential concerns! A strong partnership with providers truly enhances a child’s care and development.
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If I was a parent the three things I would want from my child’s provider would be a safe and trustworthy environment, warm, respectful, and nurturing care for my child as well as clear and regular communication about my child.
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Great insights, Evelyn! Prioritizing safety, nurturing care, and communication is essential for fostering a supportive environment for children.
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deepika
MemberMay 28, 2025 at 4:54 amIf I were a parent, the three most important things I want from my child’s provider are:- Keep my child safe and healthy.- Give my child love and care.- Tell me how my child is doing and listen to me.
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Bailey
MemberMay 29, 2025 at 11:09 pmKnowledge and confidence in first aid/cprCare and compassion for children, not just a paycheckSpacial awareness. Know what’s going on and how to keep my child safe.
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Great insights, Bailey! Prioritizing safety, compassion, and attentiveness is essential for a nurturing environment for children.
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I would want them to see my child as an individual with unique quirks and interests and needs. I would also want them to treat my child with respect and help them show respect for others. I would also want them to validate my child’s emotions so they can become a more well-rounded, supported individual.
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Great insights, Tabitha! Recognizing individuality and fostering respect and emotional validation are essential for a child’s growth.
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if I were a parent the three things that I would hope from my provider is to accommodate to my child, show they care, and make sure they are safe. I would worry about my child’s safety, are they making friends, is this the right place for my child.
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Great insights, Róisín! Your focus on care, safety, and social development is essential for a child’s well-being.
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top desires1. safety 2. gentleness 3. no screenstop fears1. unsafe 2. harshness 3. screen time
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Great insights, Nicole! Prioritizing safety and gentleness while minimizing screen time is essential for young children’s development.
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Mila Cerkic
MemberJune 6, 2025 at 2:42 amI would want my child’s provider to support, protect, and be patient with my young child.
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Great insights, Mila! Supporting, protecting, and patience are essential for fostering a nurturing environment for young children.
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I would want communication, honesty, and safety and I would fear disorganization, unintentionality, and carelessness.
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Great insights, Jake! Prioritizing communication and safety is essential for fostering a trusting relationship with providers.
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Three things I would hope for is someone attentive to needs, safe minded and fun. Dread would be if the child is unsupervised, exposed to danger/ left in harms way, left without what they need/ neglected.
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Great points, Marie! Attentiveness, safety, and fun are essential for a nurturing environment. Your concerns highlight the importance of supervision.
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Brittany Marie Thornton
MemberJune 11, 2025 at 11:45 pmAs a parent I expect my child’s provider to be thoughtful, knowledgeable, and has clear communication. I trust that have a safe and stimulating environment for my child’s development.
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Great insights, Brittany! Your emphasis on thoughtfulness and clear communication highlights essential qualities for fostering a nurturing environment.
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Bronwyn hicks
MemberJune 12, 2025 at 5:05 amKnowledge of how to teach kids effectively. Patience with a child. Kindness and an urge to help the child learn many skills.
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Great insights, Bronwyn! Your emphasis on effective teaching, patience, and kindness highlights essential qualities in early childhood education.
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Miriam
MemberJune 12, 2025 at 9:30 pmthree things I would want from my child’s provider would be patience, empathy and tenderness. Three things I would be worried about would be negligence, mistreatment, and neglect
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Great insights, Miriam! Your emphasis on patience and empathy highlights the essential qualities needed in early childhood care.
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Juniper Zunin
MemberJune 13, 2025 at 12:13 amI would want1. Communication2. Kindness3. UnderstandingI would fear1. inconsistency 2. inadequate care 3. potential injury
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Great insights, Juniper! Your emphasis on communication and understanding highlights essential qualities for a nurturing environment.
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