Visiting a Friend’s House

• Is your child allowed to visit a friend’s house when you’re away? What friends do you want your child visiting? A child may try to manipulate the childcare provider into believing that he or she can visit a certain friend – especially when you’ve already told the child, no. If you do allow your child to visit those friends, the provider needs to know how to get in touch with the friend’s parents in the event of an emergency.
• Although the childcare professional may be skilled in managing the basic needs of a child, each has their own skills and experiences. In order to provide the safest environment possible, the provider needs to understand your specific rules regarding any aspect of your child’s life. Don’t just assume that all will be well, but give the provider everything he or she needs to know in order to protect that which is most precious to you.
• Rachael Cherry is a wife, mother, and writer who is passionate about helping connect families in need with high quality caregivers. She has taken that passion and put it to work through NannyPro, a respected online nanny referral service. Learn more by visiting @NannyPro on Twitter.

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