OHbaby! Forums : Daycare caregiver https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:37:54 +0000 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:19:06 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=38704 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Fair enough on the comments. Weight...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302366&title=daycare-caregiver#1302366 Author: JessDub
Subject: 38704
Posted: 08 April 2011 at 11:19am

Fair enough on the comments. Weight is always going to be a sensitive topic. A person's weight is none of my business ordinarily but if a) you are going to be responsible for looking after my child and b) I'm paying for the service, then yes, your potential health is my concern.

I'm finding it hard enough at 25 weeks pregnant to keep up with my toddler, let alone chasing 6 or 7 kids (whatever the ratio of caregiver to child is). You have to be fit for the job. The breathlessness made an impression on me, even if I did scare it out of her (?!)

Point is moot anyway, we went with another DC.]]> Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:19:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302366&title=daycare-caregiver#1302366 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : I would ask the centre if all...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302336&title=daycare-caregiver#1302336 Author: jazzy
Subject: 38704
Posted: 08 April 2011 at 10:46am

I would ask the centre if all staff hold first aid qualifications? I had to when I worked in one.

As for chasing run away kids if the centre is set up properly then that would not be an issue & on the off chance a child did, not all staff will leave the centre...maybe ask them how many escapes they have had.

I do find it a bit odd that she was breathless talking to you while sitting on the floor...it was not that she felt uncomfortable by you & felt you judging her?

I am picky of where & who my child stays with but not on size, colour or looks but on capability, approachability, methods & if my child gets on with them.

Maybe you should look elsewhere & get somewhere that has the whole package after all you are leaving your child somewhere so you have to be happy where they are.

]]> Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:46:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302336&title=daycare-caregiver#1302336 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : pudgy wrote: Febgirl wrote:Just...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302302&title=daycare-caregiver#1302302 Author: MissCandice
Subject: 38704
Posted: 08 April 2011 at 10:05am

Originally posted by pudgy pudgy wrote:

Originally posted by Febgirl Febgirl wrote:

Just curious - what sort of emergencies do you think she wouldn't be able to handle?


What if a child managed to escape ? I'm pretty fit but my 3 year old has nearly gotten away a few times.


To be honest, right now my thoughts would be earthquake. That is because of where i am, but if she needed to jump up and run with a couple kids, could she do that?

While i wouldnt have put it quite the way OP put it, i would be worried if she was out of breath just talking. ]]> Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:05:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302302&title=daycare-caregiver#1302302 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Febgirl wrote:Just curious...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302100&title=daycare-caregiver#1302100 Author: pudgy
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 9:37pm

Originally posted by Febgirl Febgirl wrote:

Just curious - what sort of emergencies do you think she wouldn't be able to handle?


What if a child managed to escape ? I'm pretty fit but my 3 year old has nearly gotten away a few times. ]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:37:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302100&title=daycare-caregiver#1302100 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : My thought was do you think she...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302078&title=daycare-caregiver#1302078 Author: Raspberryjam
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 9:13pm

My thought was do you think she is capable of CPR]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:13:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302078&title=daycare-caregiver#1302078 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Just curious - what sort of emergencies...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302075&title=daycare-caregiver#1302075 Author: Febgirl
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 9:09pm

Just curious - what sort of emergencies do you think she wouldn't be able to handle? ]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:09:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302075&title=daycare-caregiver#1302075 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : rather rough of putting it hun,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302069&title=daycare-caregiver#1302069 Author: Raspberryjam
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 9:02pm

rather rough of putting it hun, but I agree with you - Id be concerned about her ability to act in an emergency situation - especially if there are times where she is the only one outside with them or taking a group alone - however I also agree othe comments should observe her interaction with the kids - she may be amazing
I think there is a difference between being a big mum and being a big care giver - you should choose a vocation to which your assests are put to the best use - clearly being morbidly obese and chasing 4 year olds isnt a natural skill - Im 70 kg and my kids are exhausting!]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:02:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302069&title=daycare-caregiver#1302069 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : .Mel wrote:I don&#039;t think...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302041&title=daycare-caregiver#1302041 Author: pudgy
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 8:40pm

Originally posted by .Mel .Mel wrote:

I don't think you should be focusing on what she looks like! You should be looking at how she is with the children.. do they interact with her, does she interact with them, THAT is what is important not someones body shape!



I disagree. If that persons body shape/weight is going to affect their ability to care properly for children then it is something to be concerned about. The fact she was breathless is of concern. I agree with Bizzy, stay for a session and watch. ]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:40:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302041&title=daycare-caregiver#1302041 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : I don&#039;t think you should...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302025&title=daycare-caregiver#1302025 Author: .Mel
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 8:28pm

I don't think you should be focusing on what she looks like! You should be looking at how she is with the children.. do they interact with her, does she interact with them, THAT is what is important not someones body shape!

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Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 8:17pm

Are you serious?? That is so rude and offensive!
I'm gobsmacked!

]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:17:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1302018&title=daycare-caregiver#1302018 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : A rather tactless way of putting...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301798&title=daycare-caregiver#1301798 Author: kellie
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 3:46pm

A rather tactless way of putting it, but I see the point you are trying to make. Maybe if she was the only caregiver (like in a home based care situation) it might be a cause for concern, but I personally wouldn't be to worried.



Edited by kellie]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:46:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301798&title=daycare-caregiver#1301798 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : You are discriminatory & very...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301734&title=daycare-caregiver#1301734 Author: jazzy
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 2:20pm

You are discriminatory & very judgemental..I mean going on about the size of someone butt, come on. If you are going to judge her do it for the way she is with the children cause that's the important issue....isn't it???

As for the ratio of staff to children you will have to ask what size role they have & the legal requirements & if they don't met ALL the legal requirements then don't put your child in that centre.]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:20:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301734&title=daycare-caregiver#1301734 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : JessDub wrote:She was sitting...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301713&title=daycare-caregiver#1301713 Author: EmDee
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 2:00pm

Originally posted by JessDub JessDub wrote:

She was sitting on the floor surrounded (by her butt) ...

I found this harsh and unnecessary.

Originally posted by JessDub JessDub wrote:

Surely she wouldn't be employed if she couldn't do the job.

Exactly.

You've got to do what you believe is best for you and your family, and (to a degree) I understand your concern especially in regards to her ability to respond quickly in an emergency. If it is such a concern for you then I'd suggest looking at another DC.]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:00:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301713&title=daycare-caregiver#1301713 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : if she was winded just from talking...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301710&title=daycare-caregiver#1301710 Author: Bizzy
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:57pm

if she was winded just from talking to you i would wonder too. could you maybe hang out at the centre a bit longer and see how actively involved with the kids she is? ]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:57:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301710&title=daycare-caregiver#1301710 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : She&#039;s probably great in other...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301707&title=daycare-caregiver#1301707 Author: tiptoes
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:55pm

She's probably great in other ways, like as you say she was doing crafts, so maybe she spends lots of time doing that kind of thing and reading stories etc... and the others might prefer/enjoy running around in the outdoor area. The carers probably have found ways that it works for them.

Maybe see if you can spend a morning there or something just to see how it works there? She can probably (maybe) do more than you think?   

]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:55:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301707&title=daycare-caregiver#1301707 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Dont presume that just because...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301704&title=daycare-caregiver#1301704 Author: MummyFreckle
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:51pm

Dont presume that just because she is big that she cant cope or physically look after children. I think you are being a bit harsh and jumping to a conclusion based on your judgements of overweight people.

 

]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:51:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301704&title=daycare-caregiver#1301704 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Yip I think you&#039;re being...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301684&title=daycare-caregiver#1301684 Author: londonbaby
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:39pm

Yip I think you're being a bit harsh...]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:39:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301684&title=daycare-caregiver#1301684 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : *Wonders what daycare it was....* and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301681&title=daycare-caregiver#1301681 Author: Mrs_B
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:36pm

*Wonders what daycare it was....*

and yes personally I think you are being a bit harsh! How do you think all the bigger Mums manage??]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:36:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301681&title=daycare-caregiver#1301681 <![CDATA[Daycare caregiver : Looking at DC options for DS I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38704&PID=1301670&title=daycare-caregiver#1301670 Author: JessDub
Subject: 38704
Posted: 07 April 2011 at 1:28pm

Looking at DC options for DS I visited one local place that ticked all the boxes. However, it was a small DC and only 3 or 4 caregivers for the over twos. One of those caregivers was, I swear, morbidly obese. She was sitting on the floor surrounded (by her butt) and kids just doing crafty activities. Pleasant enough lady but I doubted her fitness to look after active children, especially in an emergency. She was breathless just from speaking to me.

I'd like to think I'm not discriminatory but her questionable physical ability put me off, especially in a DC situation. Was I too harsh do you think? Surely she wouldn't be employed if she couldn't do the job.
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