If you need childcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, you may want to hire an in-home provider to minimize potential exposure to the virus. If you’re interested in a childcare facility, look into the COVID-19 precautions being taken there.
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Childcare in Your Home
When bringing a childcare professional or babysitter Into your home, asking about their own COVID-19 precautions can be helpful when considering your family’s potential for exposure to the virus.
Are they fully vaccinated against COVID-19? Do they wear a mask when out in public or around people they do not live with? Are they still attending large gatherings, etc.?
Your own precautions could include requiring the care provider to:
- Wear a face mask and wash (or sanitize) hands regularly when around your child and family.
- Wear a mask, sanitize hands regularly and socially distance (staying 6 feet apart) from others when out with your toddler. Help your child to do the same.
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Childcare Outside of Your Home
Some childcare facilities have been closed during the pandemic. If you’re considering a facility (or family daycare) that is open or has re-opened:
- Check out this info on COVID-19 preventive measures to ask about in childcare settings, from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Ask the whether the facility allows parents to visit their child at any time during the day. Centers that allow drop-in visits are always preferable, but this may not be safe during the pandemic. Call ahead so you know the policy before trying to drop in.
Learn more about choosing a childcare program.
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Disclaimer: This page is not intended to provide medical advice about your child. Always seek the advice of a physician, qualified healthcare provider or child-development specialist with any questions you have about your child's health, medical condition or development. Never disregard, avoid or delay contacting a doctor or other qualified professional because of something you read here.
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