Nanny Fraser

08/14/2018

04/24/2018

Just posting this quickly until I have an opportunity to fully update all of my site info.

I do not currently have any spots available. This summer, my husband and I have decided to sell our home and move to another city.

If you haven't already, check out daycarebear.ca where you can find lots of listings for licensed or independent childcare in your area.

10/14/2017

10/14/2017

06/14/2017

04/30/2017

To my daycare families;
Good morning! I hope you've enjoyed some time off to relax with your family. This will be a long message, so hang in there.

I'm sending everyone this message to keep you updated on events that could affect our schedule over the summer.

I am now 30 weeks (8 months) pregnant, with just 10 weeks or less to go. My estimated due date is July 8. However, we've already experienced some scares and complications, I've been in and out of hospital and I have been warned that this baby could come early at any time now. I'm doing the best that I can to prevent preterm delivery, but it's not entirely in my hands. I am told to rest as much as possible, but regardless of that whatever happens, will happen.

I know some of you are staying for a summer semester and some are not. I want to assure you that if you need child care, I will do everything I can to be here for you. My Mom is always on standby to be here if I have to leave to go to the hospital. So if in case of any emergency I won't be here, she can be.

That being said, she lives in Toronto and I don't ask her to be here every day when there are no children to look after. That would be a misuse of her time and travel expenses. So in order for me to make sure she is here when she is needed, I need to know when you need child care. These last few weeks, only (NAME OMITTED) has been here for a few hours in the afternoon, so my Mom has only had to come a couple of times when I was in hospital.

Chances are those of you in a summer semester don't have your schedule yet, so don't worry about it now. But as soon as you do know your schedule, please tell me so that I know which days your daughter will be here and which days she won't. If you just need the occasional day care with no set schedule, that's okay too. But please give me as much notice as possible by either sending me a message the night before or at least 2 hours before you arrive so that there's enough time for my Mom to get here through traffic. This way I can make sure someone is always here when you arrive to look after your little one. I cannot bring children with me to the hospital. They do not allow children under 12 years old into the Labour and Delivery ward. If I don't hear from you by 11am, I will assume you're not coming. If I have an appointment or an emergency and don't know you're coming, I can't promise to have my Mom here on time. So let's work together to make sure you're not inconvenienced.

If your daughter is here and I have to leave for the hospital, I will notify you as soon as possible and my Mom will stay here with the girls until you can arrive. I will be going to the Ajax/Pickering hospital (Bayly and Hardwood in Ajax) either with Greg or in a Taxi cab if he's not home.

Once my baby is born, and hopefully that won't be until late June or early July, we will have a very casual curriculum. I will be recovering and probably very sleep deprived. We will be having a lot of days with just free play, table activities and Netflix while I heal and get used to a newborn being with me 24/7. A rewarding task I'm sure, but it will take some getting used to. Greg will be taking vacation time and parental leave so that I can continue working through recovery. My Mom will also continue to be here when only she's needed, but mostly it will be Greg helping through the summer.

I'll leave you with my Mom and Greg's cell phone numbers just in case. (NUMBERS OMITTED) In an emergency, they may send you a message instead of me to keep you updated when the girls are at my home. Once I am at the hospital, Greg and my Mom keep in contact with each other and can relay messages to you too if I'm unable to use my phone.

Whether you're staying for a summer semester, staying for vacation or travelling abroad, I wish you a safe and happy summer! If you have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

04/18/2016

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare is recalling 124 lots of Advil liquid products for infants and children because there could be inconsistent doses of ibuprofen in the products if they have not been shaken as directed before use.

01/11/2016

I am now at full capacity and have no more available spots.

If you are seeking childcare, I highly recommend searching Daycarebear. There you can search by price, location, age group and more.

http://www.daycarebear.ca

12/21/2015

I give the kiddos 1-2 hours every Friday to play electronic games. How much time do you feel is appropriate?

s a pediatric occupational therapist, I'm calling on parents, teachers and governments to ban the use of all handheld devices for children under the age of 12 years.

12/15/2015

What might you do if you overheard a child being picked on?

12/07/2015

I am currently at capacity and not enrolling any new children, however I can still offer you a few tips if you are looking for daycare.

1) If you require subsidy, know that the waiting list is two years. Ideally you want to get on the list as soon as you learn you are pregnant. Usually the only people who can jump the queue are those in extreme circumstances or trying to get off of social assistance.

2) Only a regulated licensed daycare provider employed by a licensed agency can offer subsidized care. However, you may find that unlicensed home childcare providers (which are the majority in Oshawa) may offer quality care for a lower cost to compensate. Make sure to compare rates.

3) When looking for a home daycare or someone to care for your child in your own home, you want a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check. Not just a regular CRC. A VS check goes back a little further and includes any accusations of abuse or neglect against vulnerable persons, namely children and the elderly. If they don't have a VS check, ask them to get one before you sign any contract. They have to go to a police station to file it and it can take up to two weeks for them to get the results back. If they refuse to do this, don't trust them. A licensed provider will already have one on file with the agency as a condition of their employment.

4) Interview a home daycare provider in their own home if that is where they are providing care. Make sure they have a contract that protects both of your interests. Make sure you ask to see all areas of the home that children will have access to. Remember they don't need to show you areas where the children never go, like their own bedrooms or laundry room, etc. Book your appointment in advance and expect to be seen after hours so they can give you their full attention without leaving children unattended.

5) If the home daycare is not with a licensed agency (such as Wee Watch) ask if they have insurance beyond homeowner insurance. They may have a daycare rider on their policy or may have their registered business insured separately from their home insurance. If children will be in their car, ask if insurance will cover that type of business use. If there is ever an incident and you need to sue for damages, you could be out of luck if they are uninsured.

6) Unregulated/Unlicensed care doesn't necessarily mean poorer quality of care. Many childcare providers (myself included) are graduates in Early Childhood Education and offer excellent care, including a developmentally appropriate curriculum you would expect through an agency. Many of us adhere to licensing standards by choice, because we agree they are best practice. The reason many remain self employed is to keep rates lower for you while making just enough profit to stay afloat. Many agencies charge you more, pay the care providers less and keep the profit for themselves. Unless there is another source of income, it can be impossible for some to remain in business while remaining in their home.

7) Ask about ratio! The law changed last year. Licensed care providers can have up to 6 children in their care, and no more than 2 of them can be under two years old. Unlicensed care can care for up to 5 children, and no more than 2 of them can be under two years old. In both cases, this ratio includes their own children if they are under six years old. If they have more than these numbers enrolled because some are part time, ask what may happen if there is a snow day, PD day or other situation that may put them over ratio. Some may take the kids to an indoor playground or make other plans to stay within the law. Some may be re-routed to another provider with an available spot if they are with an agency. Some may work outside the law and put children at risk, so make sure you know what to expect.

8 ) Go with your gut. If you don't like a provider, their home or the contract, trust yourself! Even if things are technically fine, you want someone who is a "good fit" for you and your child. One who you may expect to offer the same kind of care you might offer in your own home. Someone who is knowledgable and willing to work with you to ensure consistency in all things like diet, sleep schedule, appropriate discipline, etc. Read the Parent Handbook or contract at home carefully and make sure you are satisfied.

Finally, I highly recommend using www.daycarebear.ca to search for a provider. You can search by a variety of criteria such as price, age ratio, location, etc.

Best of luck!
-Christina

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11/20/2015

Looking for ideas on affordable and meaningful gifts to offer your child's school or daycare teacher? Here are some cute ideas!

11/14/2015

10/26/2015

For those of you with little ones in school or daycare, this could be useful to know.

Scientists have identified genetic mutations in head louse that make common over-the-counter products less effective

09/29/2015

Thank you for visiting my page! There are no childcare spots available at this time, but if you are seeking any advice on what to look for when interviewing other providers, please feel free to get in touch!

08/21/2015

As we prepare to send our children back to school or send them in for the first time, we face a lot of questions and problems.

Helping a child cope with bullying behaviour is something we may all face at some point, whether you are a sibling, parent, grandparent, aunt/uncle, childcare provider or teacher.

While there are lots of resources out there to discover, this link may give you some ideas to get you started.

http://www.ourfamilyworld.com/2013/02/13/empower-your-child-in-front-of-a-bully-2/

Empower your child in front of a bully with these tips to help boost self-confidence and develop an arsenal of retorts against bullying.

08/18/2015

Too adorable! How did your little one react to their first ice cream experience?

05/28/2015

Just a quick update, I currently have one available spot for a child of 3 years of age or older. Variable rate ($20 per day for less than 6 hours, $30 for care exceeding 6 hours) full or part time, 7am to 6pm. School walk to Sunset Heights for those enrolled when needed.

05/22/2015

As longer, hotter days approach, sun protection becomes a greater concern. Here are some sunscreen products you may wish to avoid using on your children this summer.

Did you know? Some sunscreens might do more harm than good! Check our list! http://bit.ly/1AoMUBP

11/26/2014

Kid safe and cat safe! A decorated chandelier can help lift our holiday spirits.

Lights are dimmable LEDs so they do not produce any dangerous heat. A fake garland is wrapped around the fixture and secured with a twist tie. Light weight shatter proof plastic balls are hung with care. Be sure to balance the decore so that the fixure doesnt tilt to any one direction. Easy peasy!

10/31/2014

Stay safe this evening, everyone! Pumpkin pics to come later.

10/09/2014

Quick pic uploads to enjoy

09/04/2014

Pouting is designed to make you feel guilty. You can ignore the passive pouter, but you are perfectly correct in counting the aggressive pouter!

07/31/2014