Community Posts, Tips & Support on Childcare & Education

He needs ignorant people, but there must be more to it...

But… I don’t want to send my kids to daycare. I tried WFH but honestly it was so stressful I ended up in the hospital. I love raising my kids but I miss going to work some days.

What are you guys doing for childcare

I’ve thrown out my back and can barely move (likely from hauling my kids around…). I can’t bend over and pick anything up at all. I’m the primary caregiver to a three year old and 7 month old. Fortunately it’s happened on a Friday and my husband can help with the kids all weekend, but I’m worried about what happens...

Any tips for getting affordable childcare in the evenings and weekends? I just started a new job that will have me on schedule on Saturdays and after my sons daycare closes. Are there daycares in North Brooklyn that are open until 9pm and on the weekend? Any tips for finding a sitter that charges less than $20/hr? ...

I start in may for my prerequisites and im so nervous on how I’m gonna do with taking care of 2 toddlers & a 3 month old while studying for school. I don’t start nursing school til fall 2026 but I’ll also be doing that. We’re living paycheck to paycheck and im sick of it 😩

My daughter is due to start nursery school in September but I want to start putting money aside for bag, clothes, shoes but not sure how much is realistic 🙏

What is the maximum you can earn on universal credit (whilst getting childcare 85%) before they stop payments/help with childcare?

Hey ladies, my daughter was born on 16th Sept. we don't apply for school places yet, do we? Not until next year is that right? Or from what I'm reading you can apply between September this year and Jan? Also I've been told that my little girl won't start reception and she will stay in nursery until she goes up to sc...

Hey! Is there anyone here that sends their child to nursery for 4 full days - receives 30hrs funding that could tell me roughly how much you’re charged a month? Based on the day rate being anywhere from £65-80. Thanks ☺️

I have to return to work in October and wondering if I should look for a childminder or nursery? I live in Bridgend County and drive so can travel for either. I mainly work from home and hoping to only go back 4 days a week. Does anyone have any suggestions of what they would do and also does anyone know potential...

What age does preschool start? how many hours a week? and is it free in Wales I'm finding it also confusing. Bridgend county Council website is not clear, is it the part time nursery places?

I’m wondering if I can just find a baby sitter the first month then end the membership. Has anyone done that ?

I've not got a nursery for my 10 month old baby. I also don't have a job, do I ring nurseries to see how long of a waiting list they have and if they take the free hours funding then look at jobs? 🙈 Or do I job hunt before asking nurseries if they have any places? Do I look for full or part time? I'm completely…

Can someone please explain how it all works with nurseries & funded childcare hours because I am clueless and whenever I tired and read up about it, it truly makes no sense to me😭 My daughter was born September 15th 2024 and I want her to start nursery from the 1st of September this year (2025) - I was under the…

Hi ladies I'll need to send my LO to childcare soon and I was thinking of a childminder. For those of you who use the services of one, can I please ask a few questions... 1. What should I watch out for when picking a childminder? I know about DBS and ofsted etc but is there anything else i need to be mindful of? 2. ...

Hi, has anyone applied for tax free childcare? I tried to apply on the Gov site online to get the code so I can show it to nurseries when we visit but as I am not due to start work till September, I cannot get this code yet, is this correct? Has anyone applied for this and is it straightforward? Many thanks x

What conservative programs are you all using to homeschool? I see soooo many options in Florida for online programs. Trying to narrow it down. Loving ACE at this point and is by far my favorite. But, I definitely need a little organization in which ever program I select. In other words, I'd like a more guide...

Hi I’m trying to get deciding what to do. My two children just got dropped off CHIP because we make too much. We are a family of four and make annual $70,000(texas). What are some options to get a good, affordable insurance for them? Please can you help with advice?

I’m curious to know how much everyone gets for CCB