Helping Hands Child Care

"When I began looking at daycare options for my daughter, I knew that I wanted more than just a babysitter. I wanted someone who would help her meet milestones, stay active, and learn while still being a kid. I wanted limited screen time and maximum exposure to the outdoors. "

Learning and Fun
Your child will enjoy lots of personalized benefits under my care. Every week I will supply you with our curriculum plan, including the books and songs we will be focusing on that week, in case you would like to compliment the lessons at home. I will also give you a monthly report on developmental milestones.

My curriculum will be developmentally appropriate and focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, motor skills, and creativity. Additionally, depending on the weather, we will take walks to the park (located right behind my home), utilize Lockports' local resources like the library and park district, and possibly take small trips to local Children's museums.

We will also work on special circumstance issues as needed. Taking your child on an airplane? We will work on keeping busy while being stuck. Going to a "new" house for a party? We will work on saying Hello and listening when told not to touch something.

Meals
I am happy to provide all meals and snacks for your child while under my care. Depending on the age of your child, I specialize in paced bottle feeding, baby-led weaning, and preservative free, home cooked meals.

Flexible Vacation Options
Travel and time together as a family is the main reason I left the corporate world to begin my own business. As part of our contract, we will decide on a vacation and sick day policy that works for both parties. No one likes to pay for daycare when their kid isn't even there!

Sick Care
Yes, you are reading this right. I will take care of your child, even if they are sick. I know, it sounds crazy! As long as it is your simple, common cold virus, they are welcome to come. I do ask that you keep them home for things like stomach flu, pink eye, or Hand, Foot, Mouth.

Siblings
Doesn't it feel like there is a school holiday for everything? I'm happy to have siblings join us on school holidays, as well as Winter and Spring vacations. I am also open to making arrangements for Summer vacation.