Choosing a Daycare or Nanny with Madison Fugere from Serene Moments, LLC

Making the decision between daycare and hiring a nanny for your baby when you return to work is a significant choice that should be approached with thoughtfulness. It is crucial to prioritize your child's safety and well-being while you are away. In this episode of the Baby Pro Podcast, hosts Shelly and Maria delve into this topic and offer valuable perspectives and advice.   Later in the conversation, Madison Fugere from Serene Moments is introduced in the podcast as an expert who shares insights on choosing between daycare and a nanny. She discusses the advantages of having a nanny, such as personalized care and flexibility.    However, she acknowledges that nanny services can be more costly compared to daycare. Madison emphasizes the importance of conducting comprehensive background checks and interviews when selecting a nanny or daycare center. This ensures that the caregiver possesses the required qualifications and aligns with the parent's values and parenting style.   Make sure to stay tuned for this informative episode so you don't miss out on valuable insights! In this episode, you will learn the following:   Explore different childcare options, such as daycare centers, home-based daycares, and the concept of nanny sharing.   Ensuring a smooth transition from the nanny to the parent is crucial for the well-being of the child.    The difficulties parents face in finding affordable childcare and the long waitlists that have become even more prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic.   The guidance on how to assess daycare facilities, which includes inquiring about the ratios of staff to children and the safety measures in place.   When hiring a nanny, it is crucial to consider factors such as finding someone who aligns with the parent's parenting style and effectively communicates expectations.   The discussions about breastfeeding, mastitis, and the advantages of napping for children while they are in daycare. Connect with Madison:   Madison offers both daytime & overnight, in person, postpartum support in northern MA & southern NH area as well as sleep support virtually to families from all over. If you are interested in hiring her for support, she offers 30 minute free connection calls that back be booked by following this link.   https://SereneMomentsLLC.as.me/ Additionally, you can connect with Madison on social media   Instagram: @SereneMoments.Duola By listening to her podcast:  'The Postpartum Plan' (The Postpartum Plan ) By joining her monthly membership program! Connect with Shelly:  my website:  Massachusetts IBCLC | Lactation Consultant - Shelly Taft Instagram: Instagram (@shellytaftibclc) Resources Mentioned:    Article: Rate of US teen pregnancy hits historic low:     Teenage birth rates in the US reached historic lows in 2022, CDC report finds