RN and Single Mother--sky high child care costs

[court56543]

Hi, so I am a brand new RN, a 27yr old single parent with nobody to help provide child care. The cost of a nanny/babysitter is outrageous, even the ones who are considered to have the lowest rates. The cheapest rate I found was $320/week ($90/day). At this rate, I'll never be able to keep my head above water. I know there has to be other parents out there--single or married--that are struggling with this issue. I am wondering if any other nurses have heard of anyone participating in a child care swap? Does anybody have any advice out there on what else to do?

Thanks!

[frances81]

Did you ever figure child care out? I ask because I'm in the same situation í ½í¸“