Hi all,
When I started in nursing 3 years ago as a L&D nurse, I was initially lured by the perks that nurses have - such as not working 5 days a week. Working 3 twelve hour shifts was enticing...and yes, I do like it.
But now I am pregnant (yeay!) and I am having difficulty trying to figure out what daycares are open before 7a and after 6p ...well, they don't exist!! My husband is a resident so I cannot rely on his hours or ability to cover me while at work, even on a night shift.
So, to all of you with children, I am desperate for ideas for childcare. What did you do?
Thanks so much!
OB nurse and childcare - help!
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I didn't use centers but had several very kind, stay at home moms watch my children, even over night, for a fee. I admit that I didn't pay what they charge today (In 1990 I paid $2500 for 2 kids under age 5, 8 hours a day, 5 days a week. My daughter paid over $12000 last year for her son, born Feb 2008, for just 3 days a week.) What I see parents doing today is bartering childcare for other services. Say build a deck for the person who watches your kid. Be innovative.
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