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[quote=Anonymous]I’ve done both and there’s pros and cons to each.

Nanny:

Pros- Less germ exposure, more individual control over schedule/environment, not having to get baby ready and out of the house before work, and baby gets more time in a home environment.

Cons- You’re managing someone (including payroll, offering paid leave, discussing employer expectations, etc.) and if they get sick or their car breaks down, that is your problem to deal with too. You’re entrusting someone to take your child out of the house (we really trusted our nanny, but did get nervous about other people causing accidents while she was out driving with our child). And in my case it was distracting at times because I work at home. I felt like I had to hide away at times and also explain to coworkers why there were kid noises in the distant background. Also if you have more than one kid of different ages, the siblings schedules may not coordinate (and the nanny may have to chase a toddler while the baby is crying).

Daycare:

Pros- Assuming you go somewhere licensed there is more oversight (we even used ones with cameras so we could check in during the day). Kids are with their same age peers so a toddler isn’t hampered by a baby’s nap schedule. If someone calls out sick it’s not your problem to deal with. Also, it doesn’t take over your home so your space.

Cons- Honestly the germs. The first winter is brutal. Competing interests for caregiver attention. Having to pack up baby + bottles + diapers in the morning. Having to work within the daycare’s offered hours (whereas a nanny may be more flexible about staying late).

It’s such a personal decision. Weigh what is right for your family and don’t let other people sway your choice. Also if one thing doesn’t work out, you can always change to something else. You aren’t committing to it forever.

Good luck! [/quote]

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