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Your number one job as a child care provider is to implement and follow health and safety policies and procedures. This not only ensures the health and safety of the children in your care but also your staff and families. These resources can serve as a great reminder of what to do. Covered in this guide:
Preparing for unexpected events is an important part of keeping children safe and healthy all year long. Events like the spread of a serious infection, an explosion, an earthquake, or a weather event, such as a tornado, may cause health problems for large numbers of people, and especially for children.
Check out these resources from the CDC about keeping children safe during an emergency, including supporting children with special needs.
The COVID-19 pandemic taught us the importance of vigilence and implementing practices that prevent future illness. Consider these resources for keeping your enviroment germ-free and anticipating childhood illness.
Following the safe sleep recommendations set by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) ensures baby is safest when sleeping. Place baby on their back to sleep, alone, and in a crib. Avoid loose bedding, blankets, bumper pads, and stuffed toys and pillows. Remember, swaddling is not allowed in child care programs.
Learn more about establishing a solid infant routine and other resources on our infant sleep page.
Depending on your program’s licensing status, there are a number of safety procedures to keep in mind for diapering children in your care.
Cloth diapers are allowed by licensing in all child care program types. Families choose cloth diapers for a number of reasons – cost, environmental impact, and more. To ensure you are diapering in a healthy and safe way, check out our resources and learn more about cloth diapers.
Cloth diapers today aren’t like they used to be. Your grandmother’s pins and rubber pants have been replaced by easy-to-use all-in-ones with tons of prints and styles. But as great as it is to have so many eco-friendly options, navigating the choices can get a little confusing. View the recording to dive into the world of cloth diapering and get your questions answered!
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