Need someone to help UN-Bore my kids (childcare)

[Tonee]

So, for the last 2 weeks or so, the boys have been complaining about going to daycare.  They don't like it there, they don't wanna go... Hunter throws fits... It's a ton of fun at 6:30am to get em out the door....

When I ask why they don't want to go, they say it's because she puts them in the corner, I say, because you get into trouble, they agree, then I say, well yeah... if you don't listen and are bad your gonna get sent to the corner.

However, now that I'm starting to think about it, I'm almost certain that they are BOTH acting out because they are BORED.  From what I understand we're paying to let my kids watch TV (this is assuming my kids are telling the truth).  They get snacks and all that jazz, but they are both very active little men, who want to color, play, run around, etc... etc.... etc... I think that there aren't any other children there who are their age, so they only have each other to play with.  When Jayden goes to school, it's just Hunter by himself. 

I know they are a handful, but they do listen, and they are clean.... The problem is finding someone who would be willing to do it for what we can afford, which is what we are paying right now.  (over $500 but under $620) for both of them a month.

If any of the Denver folks are stay at home mom's and dad's, and wanna earn some extra cash, can take my son to kindergarten and pick him up... and entertain them a little more then the TV, I'll gladly give you a chance, we'll provide their food, whatever crafts, etc... I just want them to be happy!

I wish I could just stay home with them, but with the mortgage and everything else, it's just not a possiblility right now.  I envy those who can stay at home.... it's a pretty special deal. 

[Robin]

Nov. 29, 2006 at 4:33 PM

Can they take the kids outside to burn off some energy?  Maybe play tag or soccer... What about sending them w/some games, activity books, or playdoh?  You've probably thought of that stuff.

It definitely goes both ways...I love staying home w/my kids and taking a break from working BUT I do envy those who get to go out into the world and have a life outside of the home...  It's been 5yrs since my 1st was born and only 3 months since my baby was born.  I have baby brain a lot of times!  It's can be tough to balance.

Anyway, I hope the daycare can find some good activities to keep your little guys happy and having fun! 

[shantiquarian]

Feb. 1, 2007 at 2:42 PM

Daycare is a tough choice.  My niece had her oldest litteraly kicked out of 3 before she found one that worked for him.  Her second boy wasn't any problem.   My grandchildren in KY go to the same person that used to babysit their mom and uncle in her home.  

I do think that what ever arrangements you make should make both you and your children happy because the only other solution is to be a stay-at-home mom and I know that is very hard to do in this day and age.