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How much does childcare cost? How much do daycare centers cost? How much does home daycare cost? How much does nanny care cost? Should I pay a relative to care for my child?
www.babycenter.com/0_how-much-youll-spend-on-childcare_1199776.bc
Upside: Detailed article on understanding various childcare costs
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* Affordable Daycare? * Home-based Day Cares and Preschools for under-3s * Nannies * Parents & other relatives * Teenage Babysitters * Occasional Babysitters
parents.berkeley.edu/advice/childcare/cost.html
Upside: Summary of user advice on childcare costs
Downside: Some information is Berkeley-area specific
Though your due date may be weeks (or months) away, it’s not too soon to consider what’ll work best for you and your (growing) family.
www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/work-issues/your-return/child-care-options.aspx
Upside:Good explanation of various child care options
Downside: Confusing links on page for more information
A so-so reputation Loose rules A questionable curriculum An inadequate staff Dirty, unsafe facilities An expired license
www.babycenter.com/0_signs-of-a-bad-daycare-center_6066.bc
Upside: Detailed article on assessing if a daycare center is not good
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* Taking off for maternity leave in nanny share * Liability in nanny share situation * Logistics of a Share * Child Not Adjusting to Nanny Share * When the Share isn't Working * Trouble Finding ...
parents.berkeley.edu/advice/childcare/nanny/nannyshare.html
Upside: Summary of user advice on sharing a nanny
Downside: Range of answers
You've made the decision that you need a care provider for your child. That's sometimes the hardest part. Now, it's a matter of finding a qualified provider that meets the needs of you and your ...
babyparenting.about.com/b/2004/09/14/10-quick-questions-to-ask-a-potential-child-care-provider.htm
Upside: Good question to prepare for finding child care
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Paperback) by Benjamin Spock No parenting library is complete without this childcare classic.
www.amazon.com/Dr-Spocks-Baby-Childcare-Seventh/dp/0671537628
Upside: Site selling popular parenting book with many positive reviews
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When you start to look for child care, you may wish to contact a group such as Child Care Aware by phone at 1-800-424-2246 or online at www.childcareaware.org
www.medem.com/MedLB/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZ3IIGC44D&sub_cat=0
Upside: Very good article includes advice and resources on finding child care
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The child care that you choose for your family will play a key role in your child's health and development.
www.medem.com/MedLB/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZ6X8OYA7C&sub_cat=13
Upside: Article helps you explore childcare options
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A new baby brings a new dilemma: how to pay for child care. There are more options than you might realize.
articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/RaiseKids/7waysToCombatCrazyChildCareCosts.aspx
Upside: Advice on managing child care sots
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