Childcare is stressful enough, now the COVID-19 pandemic has made navigating childcare more difficult than ever. One of the biggest mistakes was the lack of information and preparation, consequently no one was prepared. Below are ways to get through this safely and with your sanity intact.
Continuous communication.
To avoid fog or friction, communication is imperative. Here are some things that should be talked about frequently:
Plan for safety.
Develop a cooperative and proactive safety plan.
Plan for the what-ifs.
Ask yourself these questions then come up with a plan of action.
Let’s agree.
Make amendments to the family-nanny contract or create one.
Be a decent human being.
Above all, be considerate. Compassion, empathy, understanding, support, and adaptability is essential. Read more about this vision from Dr. Joe Sanders, CEO of Colorado Uplift #wereallinthistogether
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