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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, you honestly have to do what's best for your situation, your child and you.

It's a different scenario for each person. We did daycare starting at age 1 and absolutely loved it. Even though DC 2 won't arrive until later this year, I am planning on doing the same thing - home for a year and then daycare.

I decided on daycare over nanny because during the year I was home with DD, I was around nannies non-stop and was less-than-impressed. Most were constantly on their phones or chatting with each other.  I loved the constant stimulation at daycare (8 kids in a class with two teachers) and the early learning and play.

But, our scenario was perfect for us - and we really loved our daycare, the director and the other families.

But, the most important thing is how you feel and the needs of your child.  Good luck with your decision![/quote]

Second, on DCUM people mostly have nannies (so it seems).  My LO is in daycare, and it is not horrible at all.  In terms of safety, I think it is safer even since there are multiple eyes on your child rather than a single point of failure (only your nanny) if something goes wrong.

My LO has thrived in daycare and loves playing with his friends there.  I previously had a nanny and she was always on her phone even after multiple warnings to engage with my son more.  [/quote]

I doubt she is "thriving" but it is a really helpful rationalization for you.  Daycare is about waiting - very little learning or nurturing.  But they do learn to wait and walk in a line.

You should have been more diligent about hiring a good nanny, PP.  And as A former daycare worker, I promise you that there are NOT multiple eyes on your child - you are lucky if there is one set of eyes glancing by her.  The troubled kids get all the attention.  [/quote]

This.

I worked in a few daycares and I started my nanny career after a family asked me to quit to watch their kids. These daycares were highly regarded, one Montessori. . I would never ever take my own child to any sort of daycare center. It is not a nurturing environment,  but luckily kids can adapt to just about anything.  The kids were all exhausted. It's too much stimulation,  too much chaos, too many kids, too noisy, and too long.

It's institutional care. Not ideal if you have othrler choice.[/quote]

LOL omg people.  I went to daycare myself and I have no recollection of it.  If you want to rationalize your need for a nanny, then okay, but to keep putting down daycares is so stupid.

Yes, staying at home with their MOTHER is probably best for a baby but whether you do nanny or daycare, I don't think the difference is that huge.  [/quote]

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