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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The ratio is 4:1 in fairfax. The reality is that my daycare has 5:1 at times. I don't think they can interact with my infant much. Just think about the time it takes ti feed and diaper change 4 kids. Even a sahm with her own kids with the best of intentions will have lots of moments when 3 of the 4 kids are just plopped somewhere while tending to one.[/quote]

Exactly, it isn't neglect, it just isn't logistically possible. Imagine you had quadruplets the same age as your infant. You focus on the one with the most pressing need at the moment. Someone needs to changed or fed or is screaming. The others are put in swings, bouncy seats or floor time until they are the one with the pressing need. I know of 2 moms who had quadruplets and they both had significant help at home as they didn't feel they could do it alone for them a 4:1 ratio was overwhelming. Daycare workers can sometimes get extra help but often the 4:1 ratio is just the reality of the job. [/quote]

That said, I'd think 6:2 is easier than 3:1, no?  Everybody poops...[/quote]

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