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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I did something like that; I have three kids and stayed home with them, watched a neighbor’s toddler for cash. I didn’t charge much because my kids were with me, but I treated her child like my own and fed her, played with her and taught her a second language. My kids adored the toddler and they played together a lot. Tbh I think it’s the best set-up if you don’t have a lot of money and want a safe and “natural” family environment. I would totally do it.[/quote]

The only thing is this isn't a "don't have a lot of money situation"  550/week is still 2,383/month for 30 hours a week of care - I pay 2609/month for my toddler at a childcare center with low ratios for 45-50 hours a week of care (no lunch provided though.)

That doesn't mean it's not worth trying - just that it's not such a great deal so as to be "too good to be true"

I agree with pp poster that a contract is important and working out contigencies is important as well. [/quote]
I guess, but I still think it’s a pretty good set up for that age. A SAHM who loves children would be my choice for childcare because it is a natural setting for a toddler; the child is in a warm home with a consistent family and the rhythm and play of sibling relationships. It’s quite a bit cheaper than a nanny but you still get the benefits of flexibility to go to parks and museums.[/quote]

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