43: Using Daycare or school during the pandemic
Q: What should I do if I have to put my baby/child in childcare or school during the virus outbreak? 💁 Tracy: First, if possible, avoid using a facility with a group setting especially with a large number of children together, as the risk of exposure and infection is much higher in such facilities. Instead, use home-based daycare with as few as possible children together whenever possible. This could be a licensed facility, or home of a friend or family member. Be sure that the caregiver follows the required hygiene standards and official guidelines issued by your local government and regulatory agencies. Q: Should I change childcare providers? 💁 Tracy: If you cannot switch to home-based daycare or school, staying with the same facility is the best option, as this facility may know you well and understand your child's needs. Switching to new daycare may add additional stress to you and your child. But be sure to ask about the facility's plans for protecting the child