The daycare said they wouldn't continue watching my child if he didn't stop crying: Advice?

Um find someone new but also try to get to the bottom of why your kid won’t stop crying. That isn’t completely normal

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Its YOUR job to prepare and make the transition easier as possible
It took my son close to 3 yrs to “adjust” once he hit day care and school it’s not easy but its not “their job” they are not a personal nanny who can do the 1 on 1 hes used to he needs help from you

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The child may not be comfortable with the daycare people.

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It’s actually YOUR job to teach your child how to control their emotions
A child that won’t stop crying is a distraction for the other kids AND the staff, and the staff have other kids to focus on as well

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No one wants to listen to a whiny child crying nonstop holy

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My kid cries every time I drop him off for 3 years. They hug him, pick him up, and try their best to make him feel better. This is sad

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It is their job yes . Maybe this daycare isn’t the best place for him . He obviously feels uncomfortable, I’d listen to your child . Even he can’t talk his emotions will tell you the first week .
I had a similar experience, although they wanted a full months payment up front and after day 2 they said I’d have find alternative solution for my son and they wouldn’t return my payment. I’d LOST it on the owner . Come to be she didn’t know her manager was collecting that much upfront and then doing that . There was 8 of us she pulled that on . We threatened with lawyers , but they gave us our money back and we all wrote reviews with proof . They closed down 4 month later

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If your daycare told you this, you need to find a different daycare. Period! And in time it will get easier.

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Ok details are important here. Is this on and off all day tantrums? If yes that isn’t normal. It’s normal at drop off and normal to be a bit more emotional while they adjust. But full on crying and carrying on isn’t fair to the other kids either. V

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If new moms would stop carrying their babies around in a pouch attached to themselves 24 hours a day, this would be less of a problem. If the baby NEVER gets put down and on it’s own, this is what happens. It’s not the day cares job to carry your baby around and sooth it when they have numerous other kids to look after.

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No, it is your job as his mom to get him used to you being away from him. You can’t just drop him off somewhere he knows no one and expect them to handle it. Should have given this more thought mom.

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If he’s crying nonstop, you should ask your pediatrician. That is not normal and I can’t really blame the daycare if that’s the case.

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From a daycare worker it takes 1-2 weeks to adjust and yes it drives you crazy but there are ways to calm them and get them to adjust

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Childcare worker here :raising_hand_woman:t3:
so, as you stated “is it not their job to handle this & make it a smooth transition?” I am telling you right now that they would not reach out to / involve a parent, unless they’ve exhausted every method they’re aware of / comfortable with. Them reaching out & letting you know IS their attempt at making the transition easy on them. Unfortunately it IS NOT our job to hold, coddle/comfort only your child all day long, & if we’re finding that a child is not adjusting to the environment we’ve basically got no choice but to terminate care… it’s about the several children being taught & cared for, not just yours. Some kids adjust quicker & easier than others :woman_shrugging:t3: I’ve had mums of an almost 2yr old literally ask myself & other employees to just hold her crying son all day. Sorry, but no. If your child cannot learn to self-soothe to an age appropriate degree, we’re gunna let them go because we need to handle several children all at once & the odd one out that just is not having a good time & not participating with the group… there’s not much else we can do

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Find a different daycare. It takes children a couple of weeks to adjust to changes in their environment. Any experienced, reputable daycare worker knows this. Yes, it’s their job to care for children, and part of that is helping your child adjust to his new surroundings. If after a couple of weeks he is still having problems, then you would want to find a new daycare… but the fact that it’s only been 2 days, and the daycare is complaining about his crying, this is not a daycare you want your child in.

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wow wont stop crying? how old is he n does he cry like that at home? if so id take him to peds dr n have him check out

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I was in daycare who says that. Sounds like these people don’t know kids…we had all sorts of kids. We had some who cried and cried, those who bit, those who hit we had different techniques to calm each child down. If you have time go in and see his room, play with him there. Maybe have some from home to go with your child. They need to help find a solution.

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I had this issue with one of my children at daycare. I was forced to abrubtly go back to work when she was 2. After a few months with her being unable to settle in I decided to try a new daycare. Within 2 weeks at her new spot she loved it and no more tears. He may just not feel comfortable in that specific environment.

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Find a new daycare asap

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Is your child being in a carrier an option at all? I don’t know the age of your child. But when my eldest was in daycare, some of the educators were carrying babies, up to about 6 months old, in a baby carrier all day. It was comforting for the babies, and the educators didn’t mind doing it.

I would look for a home daycare or a daycare that would show understanding. It would be a much better environment for one to start in that has separation anxiety

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I definitely wouldn’t trust my child in their care…

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It was only 2 days they need to give him some time and work with him. Find a different daycare!!

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Transition time 2 weeks at the least how old is the child. Id appriciate them letting me know amd sometimes the first shot is not the right match for daycare and child

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Go to your son, period! Crying all day for you should yank your heart strings. He’s not comfortable. I’m not his mother and it yanks mine. Re-evaluate your income circumstances or consider a sitter or nanny at your house. I don’t know the solution but him not adjusting is a sign to get him out of there. You don’t want anyone that may be agitated by your crying baby/child watching them!!

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It’s a transition period. I have a highly sensitive child that started daycare at 2 and a half and it took her over 6 months to get adjusted. The staff at her daycare are amazing! I’m very blessed that I chose the right daycare.

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Their telling you this on only his second day of being their of course he’s gonna cry maybe if they tried to distract him or something he might be ok

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It is 100% their job. If this is how they are already treating your family over a completely normal reaction from a child who has never been in care then you need to find a new center asap

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Find a new day care and file a complaint with that one. They don’t get to be selective over a crier or a quiet child, especially after 2 days. Report their unprofessional behavior.

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Are you and your partner able to work opposite shifts for a while? I’m on 3rd, partner on 1st, so we don’t need daycare. It’s hard, and I’m looking forward to the better days lol, but for now it works.

It took my grandson about 5/6 mo that before he got completely comfortable and stopped crying all together. He is now going to daycare on 10 months and he tells me …hurry MaMaw…I need to go play with my friends!

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Wow I’m sorry but from someone who worked in childcare for 14 yrs we would NEVER kick a child out because they cry too much especially on their 2nd day! It takes time for kids to get used to daycare. Talk to the director but I would be very leary leaving my baby with that teacher now!

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Some of you people should NOT be moms! Babies cry! Especially in a new environment away from mom! Its only his 2nd day! This teacher should NOT work in childcare! I worked in childcare for 14 yrs and have a 6 yr old!

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Move him to a different Daycare. My son hated the first Daycare that even at 2 Years Old he did not want to go.

We moved and he goes to a different Daycare 100% different. I have never had a bad day and his 4 now.

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What do they consider too much crying? Is it an all day thing or crying here and there throughout the day? Have you asked what they do to try to calm him? Or isn’t he able to be calmed? Obviously they aren’t able to deal with him if they are complaining on the second day. Just find a new one and move on?

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Probably gets the vibes. Find a different place…

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DEFINITELY find a new Daycare. Also work on separating extended periods of time and self-soothing techniques

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I would agree with the ladies …my little sister had a teacher that did not like in kindergarten…if possible go to another daycare or teacher

As a toddler teacher, find a new daycare. Children cry when they start at daycare, especially when they haven’t been away from their parents before. There’s nothing really anyone can do other than to try to comfort and distract them. They eventually get used to the atmosphere and people there and are fine after a while.

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I’ve never had my kids in daycare, but I used to help my sister with doing off her boys when they were younger. On my first drop off day the daycare providers assured me it was normal for the child to cry for up to a full week at drop off as an adjustment period. The daycare your using just sounds bad to me, you might want to look into finding a different one

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I d be telling them that that fine bc so long as you complain about doing your job I won’t be able to keep paying for it. But I’m petty so :woman_shrugging: definitely look elsewhere bc their job is to make the child comfortable and if it’s only been a couple days then they’re not putting any real effort into it. Sounds like a lazy day care and be looking for a new one.

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Do not send your baby back :weary:

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wrong place, find another that will work with him to adjust to you not being there and him having fun anyway

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New daycare.
They are not equipped to properly respond and soothe a babies needs.

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Go to a new daycare. They should be trained and willing to ease the child. Thats not a school that cares.

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It takes about two weeks for a kid to sort of get the feel for the place. Not two days- I wouldn’t leave my kid there if I could help it. Doesn’t sound like it’s going to be a healthy relationship.

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Ditch them and find another provider ASAP!

It takes most kids 2 weeks to adjust, or so I’ve seen. Two days isn’t adequate for them to make that assumption imo, and I think you should place him elsewhere. That doesn’t sound like he’ll be cared for in the least.

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That would scare the shit out of me. What is she doing while he cries if she’s that annoyed already. Major red flags. Switch him immediately

I am a daycare teacher and it’s our job to make sure every child and parent are happy. Because he hasn’t been in daycare before, it will take time to get used to it. As long as you the parent help the teacher with. If they won’t help you with this, find another daycare asap

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Stay home raise your baby, live more simple. Think about where your money is going & ask if those things are more important than your baby. They arent, so do without all the worlds extra crap & stay home with him.

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Highly suggest getting a new daycare, hun. Start interviewing and hopefully start him up by next week so they don’t have to “put up” with him. Shows a serious lack of consideration, compassion and care for your child and that’s simply unacceptable.

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I worked in daycares and I can definitely say you need to find a new place asap! We had one little boy who would constantly cry, it took a month for him to stop. Why did he stop? Because we gave him the care and nurturing he needed and let him know he is safe and loved. Tons of children do this at first, the fact they are saying this after 2 days tells me they are lazy and incompetent

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If they cannot make you feel comfortable in caring for your baby bc they cry, please find a new daycare. It is literally their job to help baby transition. Of course they are going to cry the first couple days heck maybe even few weeks. But baby is used to MOMMY not a stranger. Also depending how old your baby is, they may be going through that separation anxiety/fear of strangers phase. Just have to to keep trying. Your baby is going to feel upset when they feel their caregivers are upset with them. It takes a lot of patience and adjusting time for any child of any age to a new environment. Distractions help, asking you advice on what helps calm baby helps, even maybe taking a shirt that you wore the day before that smells like you may help. I used to do that for my boys in this type of stage and it worked great. They slept with that shirt snuggled it, whatever they needed to feel comfort or just smell me. Babies just always want mom or dad. It’s normal. I hope you find a place that soon reassures you they can definitely handle some crying but also reassure you they can help make babies transition easy as well. :purple_heart: you know best mama. Never forget that

I used to tell the parents of my criers to give it at least a couple of WEEKS to adjust, before thinking of removing them…they need time to adjust to a new environment, new caretakers, new routines, and new friends. She may not be the right caretaker for your child.

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I would be more than happy to volunteer my spare time and watch your child for free.
I was a single mother worked 3 jobs. In my young days.

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I wouldn’t leave him there- that’s a red flag got me that they probably won’t give him the quality of care you’re looking for.

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The teacher sucks, she should be working with you and giving you ideas.

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Crys MF Davis owns a daycare

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Get a job at a daycare facility until your child is use to being around strangers ik it’s hard just breathe and continue

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Early childhood education teacher here. Definitely try a new day care that is more caring. I wouldn’t allow him to go back to somewhere who is calling on day 2 about his crying.

Anyone knows it’s an adjustment especially their first few weeks. Yes, they’re going to cry because they’re in a room with multiple other children and it’s not the same as being home but it’s not something they should let him go for! I would take it as a sign and find another facility. Read reviews and you can even check citations (at least in Texas you can)

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Yup that’s not right , new daycare. Trust me I’ve worked in my fair share of daycares. He is not the problem.
She is incapable of consoling him seems she met her match :wink: and is unable to use words to accurately describe her emotions. Keep him safe momma. Time to move on

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Some ppl shouldn’t be taking care of children they are supposed to help and figure out how to calm a child down

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Congrats on going back to work. I’m sorry this is happening, I’m sure it only makes you worry about your baby more while you are at work. Please look into a new daycare. No teacher should say that kind of thing, they should be comforting and loving your baby.
Shes lucky she she didn’t say that to me, I’d report her to the state and request an investigation. Babies cry, toddlers cry, it’s to be expected.

I suggest you pick day care with him… kids will cry but if they like the school as well they don’t cry for long. Took my son a week or so to adjust. Don’t give up.keep looking till you find a good fit

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If hes never been to daycare they should understand . hes trying to get use to not seeing you all day every day id probably move if at all possible . thats weird that would even be said tbh. My son went from 3 months to about 2 then again at 3 1/2 and he still has problems here and there.

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I would definitely look for a different daycare, but I would also make sure there isn’t something medically wrong. Yes, it’s normal for them to cry when they’re used to being with mommy all the time, but that should subside.

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I can see all day crying being a disruption & frustrating to a caregiver. You need to find techniques to help your son with separation anxiety. Also talk to his Dr. Usually kids cry when mom leave but calm down after a bit. You didn’t mention the age so it’s hard to offer advise.

As a day care teacher they should know it’s their job to take care of your child with crying etc weather that means giving comfort to the child to make the child comfortable with you. It will take time indeed. But as a teacher this is definitely not okay. And I would definitely be reaching out to the head of the center and if that don’t work dig deeper this is totally not okay and they know this! It’s in the books when they give it to us teachers. I’m so sorry this is happening to you I strongly suggest to find a stay at home mom or a different daycare center