I did not imagine that the transition to a new daycare would go like this.
It has gone so much better than I thought it realistically would go.
Sam and Anna have done great. The only hiccup in the entire newness of it all has been that Anna did not nap a few days in the first 6 days they spent all day at the new daycare. But, she also decided to take a nap strike last Saturday at home in the middle of those 6 days, so I'm not faulting the new daycare that much for that hiccup in her normal routine. They have had a few accidents (less than 1 a day between the two of them), but they have been potty trained for less than a month so far, so that doesn't phase me at all either. The same thing could have happened at home too, if I was still with them all day long.
But most importantly, I know they adore their new daycare provider, Rachel. They don't want to leave when I arrive at the end of the day. They are excited to go in the mornings. Randomly one evening Sam stated, "I miss Rachel." During our bedtime prayers, Sam and Anna have now decided we need to add in Rachel, Pastor Ben, and Eliza (their 6 month old daughter) every night. Sometimes their dog Toby gets put in our nightly prayer too. Now I know that she could still be the "shinny new thing" with lots of newness appeal and once that wears off, their enthusiasm could wane- but I do think it is a really good sign that a.) they are adjusting well b.) they are getting high quality care.
Overall, I am so happy with how easy and great the transition to a new daycare provider has gone for us!
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This is such great news! I am so happy for Sam and Anna. It sounds like a great fit and the happier mood seems when you pick them up seems like a good sign. I hope it all continues to go well. :)
My mom used to watch kids at our house growing up when my brother and I were school age. My sister was little and grew up with the other children at the house, but it worked out well because everyone involved was looking for that good fit. My mom always suggested a trial period to be sure that everyone got along with each other and to find a good balance. So many of the kids loved my mom and made similar comments as your kids have done with your new sitter. Some of the families have kept in touch and send Christmas cards, sharing school photos or updates--like going to college or getting married. It really is sweet and special. :)
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