Stories like Jessica's are all too common. In a large-scale survey for BabyCenter, 40% of families looking for daycare have been placed on a waitlist, with an average wait of about 6 months. Many mothers say that they experienced 2- to 3-year waits for more affordable centers.
State Fiscal Year 2024–25 Schedule of Income Ceilings FAMILY SIZE1-23 Family Yearly Income Ceiling (100% of SMI) $79,143 $89,660 Family Yearly Monthly Ceiling (100% of SMI) $6,595 $7,472
Start looking at daycares around you to tour them and determine the one you like. As soon as you are certain of the general time you would like to enroll her, call to get on that waitlist. If that is going to be May of 2024, call now and book it. Book as far out in advance as they will let you.
Be Specific but Gentle: Clearly state your concern without sounding accusatory. Use ``I'' statements to express how you feel. For example, ``I noticed that my child seems a bit upset during snack time, and I was wondering if there's something we can do to help.''
Age Considerations: Many childcare experts suggest that infants can start daycare around 6 weeks to 3 months of age, though some may choose to wait until 6 months or later. This is often influenced by parental leave policies and the baby's developmental readiness.
Minimum Standards for Employees: To work in a licensed child care facility in Texas, employees must meet specific minimum standards, including: Being at least 18 years of age. Holding a high school diploma, a high school equivalent, or a high school certificate of coursework completion.
We recommend you start looking for infant daycare at the latest 2 months before you plan to go back to work. If you live in a big city, such as Boston, you might even have to start looking before the baby arrives. Anticipating will give you the opportunity to choose between quality childcare provider options.