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If you are an expectant or new parent or find yourself needing childcare and feel overwhelmed with no idea where to begin, relax! With over 80 years combined experience in childcare your coaches, Pam Palanza and Lori Daley, have created a parent's playbook for childcare success.As parents, teachers, directors, quality enhancement and technical assistance consultants, trainers, and corporate childcare referral specialists they have walked it, talked it, been there, done it.Working in over 500 classrooms with more than 1,000 teachers in a variety of settings they have seen it, smelled it, heard it, and touched it. Join them as they help you navigate your way to childcare success for your family.

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If you are an expectant or new parent or find yourself needing childcare and feel overwhelmed with no idea where to begin, relax! With over 80 years combined experience in childcare your coaches, Pam Palanza and Lori Daley, have created a parent's playbook for childcare success.As parents, teachers, directors, quality enhancement and technical assistance consultants, trainers, and corporate childcare referral specialists they have walked it, talked it, been there, done it.Working in over 500 classrooms with more than 1,000 teachers in a variety of settings they have seen it, smelled it, heard it, and touched it. Join them as they help you navigate your way to childcare success for your family.

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English

Contact:

910-297-9743

Episodes

CCC 51: Farewell

8/16/2022
In order to better serve you, our loyal listeners, we have streamlined our podcast into our website, www.childcarecoaches.com. There you can listen to back episodes as well as look forward to new content from us on a regular basis. Our site also has videos, tip sheets, and other resources. Look forward to seeing you there and we appreciate your participation. #chilcarecoaches.com

Duration:00:02:31

CCC 50: Expectations

8/9/2022
It is important to prepare a list of what you expect from a childcare facility or a provider. Those expectations may need to be tweaked so allow for some flexibility. #childcare #parenting #children #childcareplan

Duration:00:11:40

CCC 49: Hours and Times Care Needed

8/2/2022
Part of creating a childcare plan is knowing the hours and times you will need care. This will help dictate the options available to you. #childcare #childcareplan #hours #time

Duration:00:10:37

CCC 48: Availability & Costs

7/26/2022
How do you find childcare in your area? What can you expect to pay? Important questions and we discuss the answers on this episode. #childcare #availability #costs #childcarecoaches

Duration:00:10:55

CCC 47: Budget

7/19/2022
Can you afford to work? Childcare is usually the 2nd highest monthly expense after your rent or mortgage. Today we discuss what you need to consider when seeking childcare, both monetary costs and personal costs. #childcare #childcarecosts #budget #childcarecoaches

Duration:00:11:52

CCC 46: Developing a Childcare Plan

7/12/2022
As soon as you find out you are pregnant it is time to get to work on a Childcare Plan. There is a lot to consider so allow plenty of time to make choices and decisions. #childcare #childcareplan #childcarecoaches

Duration:00:12:56

CCC 45: Touring a Childcare Facility

7/5/2022
Always tour a childcare facility you may be considering for your child. Today we talk about what you should look for and how the process happens. #childcare #touringafacility #childcarecoaches.co

Duration:00:25:17

CCC 44: Teacher Appreciation

6/28/2022
Everyone likes to be acknowledged and appreciated. Let your child's teacher know how much you are grateful for what they do for your child. There are plenty of low-cost and no-cost ideas, so get creative and have fun.

Duration:00:11:09

CCC 43: Professionalism in Childcare

6/21/2022
Staff of childcare facilities should act, dress, and speak professionally. It is a sign of quality and should be what you expect for your child. On today's episode we unwrap what that means and what you should look for while touring a facility.

Duration:00:16:19

CCC 42: Sick Care

6/14/2022
My child is sick and can't go to childcare and I still have to pay! I just got a call from my daughter's childcare center saying she was sick and I need to pick her up right away. Any of this sound familiar? It happens in childcare all the time, so you need to have a backup plan in place for care.

Duration:00:14:41

CCC 41: Why Are There Waiting List Fees?

6/7/2022
In this episode we answer a listener's question about why childcare centers or family childcare homes are charging a fee to get on their waiting lists. #childcare #childcarecenters #waitinglistfees www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:07:11

CCC 40: Childcare Crisis

5/31/2022
Our country is experiencing a shortage in available childcare slots for children of all ages, expecially infants and toddlers. We explore why this is happening and offer suggestions of what parents may consider as options.

Duration:00:22:02

CCC 39: Your 4th Trimester - Part 2

5/24/2022
Join us as we continue our interview with Barbara Palmer of Your 4th Trimester. Your Fourth Trimester® provides the parent—and company—with tools, guidance and coaching sensitive to the transformative period after welcoming a child. #Your4thTrimester #Barbara Palmer #returningtowork #newmom #newdad #newparents https://www.broadperspectiveconsulting.com/maternity-transition https://www.broadperspectiveconsulting.com/ www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:28:41

CCC 38: Your 4th Trimester - Part 1

5/17/2022
Meet Barbara Palmer, owner of Broad Prospect Consulting as she shares her program Your 4th Trimester. Returning from parental leave is fraught with emotion and challenge. This industry-leading award winning program is designed to help parents transition back to work through the 3 key pillars of our framework: Planning, Coaching and Support. Your Fourth Trimester® provides the parent—and company—with tools, guidance and coaching sensitive to the transformative period after welcoming a child. ​#Your4thTrimester #Barbara Palmer #Broadprospectiveconsulting #returningtowork #newmom #newdad #newparents https://www.broadperspectiveconsulting.com/maternity-transition https://www.broadperspectiveconsulting.com/ www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:25:08

CCC 37: Adoption and Childcare - Part 2

5/10/2022
We wrap up our interview with Lori about the adoption of her second child, a son, and the childcare she used at that point. #childcare #adoption www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:12:39

CCC 36: Adoption and Childcare - Part 1

5/3/2022
Today we interview Lori, one of our coaches about her experience with adoption and childcare. With one phone call she was an instant mom who had to begin her parenting journey, create a nursery and find childcare - all at the same time! #childcare #adoption www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:14:17

CCC 35: Mom To Be Sisterhood - Part 3

4/26/2022
We wrap this 3-part series with final words from Shirley McGowan, pregnancy coach and counselor. #pregnancy #pregnancy coach #momtobesisterhood https://www.momtobesisterhood.com/ https://www.facebook.com/momtobesisterhood https://www.instagram.com/mom.to.be.sisterhood/ www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:26:21

CCC 34: Mom To Be Sisterhood - Part 2

4/19/2022
Part 2 continues as Shirley McGowan tells us more about her services for moms and dads. #pregnancy #pregnancy coach #momtobesisterhood https://www.momtobesisterhood.com/ https://www.facebook.com/momtobesisterhood https://www.instagram.com/mom.to.be.sisterhood/ www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:25:05

CCC 33: Mom To Be Sisterhood - Part 1

4/12/2022
In this and the following two episodes we meet Shirley McGowan, a pregnancy coach and counselor based in the UK. Shirley shares her story which led to the creation of her business that supports moms and dads through the pregnancy journey. #pregnancy #pregnancy coach #momtobesisterhood https://www.momtobesisterhood.com/ https://www.facebook.com/momtobesisterhood https://www.instagram.com/mom.to.be.sisterhood/ www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:25:49

CCC 32: Care Share

4/5/2022
Today we discuss an alternative to paid childcare - Care Share - where two families swap out days of care. It is a great idea during this childcare crisis or if you have a limited budget, but there are considerations that need to be explored before proceeding. Join us as we discuss them and so much more. #careshare #childcare #childcareshare www.childcarecoaches.com www.carefinderz.com

Duration:00:13:56

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