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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
Downside: Click on 'See all on one page' to reduce clicking
* 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
Downside: Click on 'See all on one page' to reduce clicking
* 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
Downside: Cluttered page
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
Downside: None
Building a Relationship with Caregivers Childcare: Age by Age Choosing Childcare Baby Sitters Acquainting Your Baby With A Sitter Choosing Babysitter and Childcare: Checklist Child Care Centers ...
parenting.adoption.com/parents/newborn-and-infant-care.html
Upside: Links to various childcare articles
Downside: Need to scroll about two-thirds down
Choosing a Babysitter Choosing a Daycare - Infant Care Choosing a Nanny Babysitting Co-ops Nanny Sharing
family.go.com/parentpedia/baby/childcare/
Upside: Good articles and advice from experts and parents
Downside: Hard to navigate from topic to topic
The Difference Between Nannies and Au Pairs We must realize that the choices we make in regard to childcare will affect our entire family.
www.expectantmothersguide.com/library/stlouis/childcare.htm
Upside: Helpful advice and information about nannies and au pairs
Downside: Text heavy page