By Madonna Behen

Finding the right day-care center requires a balance of many practical issues: location, cost, hours of operation. And you of course also want a nurturing staff. "But bottom line, your child's health and safety is what matters the most," says Patricia Skinner, executive director of the Capital District Child Care Council, a res ... Continue reading Checklist for Choosing a Safe Day Care

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By Madonna Behen

Finding the right day-care center requires a balance of many practical issues: location, cost, hours of operation. And you of course also want a nurturing staff. "But bottom line, your child's health and safety is what matters the most," says Patricia Skinner, executive director of the Capital District Child Care Council, a res ... Continue reading Checklist for Choosing a Safe Day Care

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By Erin Garner

When I was about three months pregnant with my daughter I began looking into child care. I thought I was way ahead of the game, starting months before my daughter had arrived, but to my surprise, I'd barely started my search early enough. Several of the centers I looked at had 12- to 18-month waiting lists. I was fortunate to not need child care ... Continue reading Find the Right Daycare: Good Enough Stuff

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