I was referred a family by a friend that also does in home daycare. They came and toured tonight, mom was seriously so sweet. The child on the other hand was aggressive, taking toys from my kids hands, yelling in his moms face, trying to rip down my gate because he wanted to go back downstairs. Mom said "he gets very angry because he can't use his words". He has had problems with ear infections in the past which is why he doesn't talk. The person who referred him said she thinks he is autistic which isn't necessarily a problem, but I don't know anything about it so I don't know how I would be able to help him. I know kids act the worst around parents but this tour just left me feeling like he wasn't a good fit for my program. I'm torn between enrolling him and giving him a chance or just leaving my spot open. I feel like if I turn them away my friend might be upset with me and I don't want that either.
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Originally posted by rosieteddy View PostWait does your friend also do childcare?Then I would pass seems this child is not a good fit for your program.
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Originally posted by mamadaycare View PostYes she has an in home as well. He went to hers before she was laid off. But she also puts up with a lot of stuff that I refuse to. I am going to have to politely decline them. I love helping people but I need to help myself as well- Unless otherwise stated, all my posts are personal opinion and worth what you paid for them.
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Originally posted by mamadaycare View PostYes she has an in home as well. He went to hers before she was laid off. But she also puts up with a lot of stuff that I refuse to. I am going to have to politely decline them. I love helping people but I need to help myself as well
If your friend is a real friend, she'll understand.
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Originally posted by mamadaycare View PostI was referred a family by a friend that also does in home daycare. They came and toured tonight, mom was seriously so sweet. The child on the other hand was aggressive, taking toys from my kids hands, yelling in his moms face, trying to rip down my gate because he wanted to go back downstairs. Mom said "he gets very angry because he can't use his words". He has had problems with ear infections in the past which is why he doesn't talk. The person who referred him said she thinks he is autistic which isn't necessarily a problem, but I don't know anything about it so I don't know how I would be able to help him. I know kids act the worst around parents but this tour just left me feeling like he wasn't a good fit for my program. I'm torn between enrolling him and giving him a chance or just leaving my spot open. I feel like if I turn them away my friend might be upset with me and I don't want that either.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View Postwhy the friend not want to take him, and referred to you instead? I think for every "friendly" referral, there is something hidden behind it.
I do have to say that the kids I referred that were already enrolled here were ones who "outgrew my program". AKA: Parent wants no nap or parent wants kid out of diapers but won't do the work themselves. BUT the one I send those to offers both services and is made aware.- Unless otherwise stated, all my posts are personal opinion and worth what you paid for them.
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Originally posted by Unregistered View Postwhy the friend not want to take him, and referred to you instead? I think for every "friendly" referral, there is something hidden behind it.
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