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Child Care Subsidy in Mississauga

Jr. PreschoolFinding subsidized child care in Mississauga may seem like a difficult task. Child care subsidy is a phrase that many parents may hear about but they do not know what it is or how to obtain it. There are many stereotypes and myths associated with child care subsidy. So here’s the facts about child care subsidy, who can apply and how to do so.

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Tips for Dealing with Separation Anxiety at Daycare

Daycare Separation Anxiety

Goodbyes without tears

It is very normal for young children to experience difficulty separating from their parents. According to psychologists, this behaviour generally peaks between 8 and 18 months of age although many young children continue to have feelings of separation anxiety as they grow up. Read more ›

How to Choose a Daycare location – close to home or work?

A work day is long enough, but add in the drop off and pick up from daycare onto either end of your commute and you’re sure to be completely exhausted by the time you get home.

Depending on your work schedule, family support and lifestyle, there can be pros and cons between choosing a daycare close to home or close to work. Read more ›

5 ways parents can strike a work-life balance with daycare

Being a working parent is never an easy task. Mornings are rushed, meals are hurried and weekends are too short. Sometimes it feels like finding balance is near impossible.

Finding the right child care centre can be the key to striking a work-life balance that works for your family. With the right support systems and boundaries in place, you can minimize the stress of the daily hustle and bustle and make the most of family time. Read more ›