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Hi,

Sometimes it’s hard to know what to do with your own child in your home daycare. It’s important the other children don’t think they’re getting preferential treatment, but you also have to take the feelings of your son or daughter into account.

I’ve just read a forum post about exactly this subject:

“I have just started my family daycare, and have four other children, on top of my own two. I have noticed my 3 yo DD is showing some signs of being a bit needy, and I worry she is missing my individual attention. I have been inviting her to help me with little jobs, which works great, until another child wants to help, too. I have also been giving her extra little touches and snuggles through the day.

My question is, if you have your own children, how do you make them feel special without overdoing it? I mean, the kid is sharing her house, her yard, her Mummy, and I feel she just needs a little extra. So, tricks from seasoned veterans, please — how can I remind her she is Mummy’s special girl, amid the busy days and other children?

Thanks, in advance.”

You can read the replies here: Making your own child feel special?

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Talk soon,
Mary

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