Teaching My Kids More

Daycare centers provide child care for parents with other obligations. The teachers at a daycare center will watch your children and lead them in educational activities. Some daycare centers focus on a particular educational philosophy, such as the Montessori philosophy. Here are four reasons to take advantage of a daycare center:

1. Increase your household income.

Households with dual incomes are often more financially stable. A daycare center can help you increase your household income by allowing both spouses to go back to work. Your child can receive attentive, enriching care in a daycare center focused on Montessori values. You can resume part-time or full-time work, knowing that your child is safe and engaging in self-directed learning under watchful supervision.

2. Work from home without distractions.

Many people have chosen to work from home in order to reduce their risk of exposure to the coronavirus. Working from home can be wonderfully convenient in many ways. Unfortunately, remote work offers its own challenges as well. Your home has many distractions that aren't present in a traditional office setting, including your own children. They need attention and care throughout the day, which you may not be able to provide when you're working from home. Save yourself the stress of trying to parent your kids while working. Take your children to a daycare center in the morning so you can get your work done, uninterrupted. 

3. Spend more time with fellow adults.

Stay-at-home parents spend a lot of time with their children. This can be a wonderful thing in many ways. However, many stay-at-home parents experience feelings of loss or frustration when they're unable to spend time with other adults. As a parent, you need time to recharge and focus on yourself. A daycare service can take care of your child during the day, so you can reconnect with friends, family members, and colleagues.

4. Enable your children to socialize with others.

Socialization is important for children. Small children are still learning how to navigate the world and interact with others. Spending time with peers allows children the practice sharing and conflict resolution, two skills that are important at every stage of life. Montessori daycare will place your child with other children within their age range. Regular daycare attendance can help children without siblings make friends and feel less isolated. After you enroll your child in daycare, you can spend less time finding suitable playdates, knowing that your child will be regularly exposed to enriching social situations.