Being An Effective Child Care Parent

A parent's responsibility does not end with finding child care.

• The three-way relationship between the parent, caregiver and child requires an ongoing commitment.
  
• Communication is vital.
  
• Take the time to hear about your child's day.
  
• Agree on mutual expectations.
  
• Voice concerns.
  
• Express appreciation.
  
• Live up to the agreement.
  

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This article is an excerpt from Making a Quality Child Care Choice, published by Canadian Child Care Federation, 1994.

Posted by: Canadian Child Care Federation, September 1996.

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