Today, May 8th is Child Care Provider Day. In the spirit of Child Care Provider Day, I wanted to share a story of how much a child’s life is influenced by their child care Provider. As an area supervisor of Wee Watch – licensed home child care, I see and hear every day the bond that develops between a Provider…
Friday May 8, 2015 is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! This day started in 1996 to recognize the ongoing efforts of providers who spend their time caring for children. Wee Watch is a well-respected, licensed home based child care company. We are trusted for providing quality care consistently year after year. A huge part of our success is thanks to…
Remember when you suddenly felt like seeing a movie, so you did? Or when your friends decided at the last minute to go away for the weekend and you were always ready to hit the road? Those were the days when you were able to do what you wanted when you wanted, with only a moment’s notice. Being a parent…
April showers bring May flowers! April is a great time to clean up your garden and get ready for planting! Gardening is a relaxing outdoor activity that gets you moving, so why not get the whole family involved. Children are curious and love to learn by doing. By allowing children to help you in the garden they are given the…
We all go to the grocery store and stock up on our family favourites. Bananas are one of the most consumed fruits in the world; so chances are you are buying them….but how much do you really know about this fruit? For starters, did you know every year on the third Wednesday in April Banana Day is celebrated? Let’s celebrate…
Every year on April 22nd people around the world celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is an acknowledgment that the earth and its ecosystems provide us, its inhabitants, with life and sustenance. Earth Day is a celebration of the environment we all share. It is also a day to raise conservation awareness. In past years Wee Watch has celebrated Earth Day…
Spring has arrived, which means it is time for spring cleaning! It has been a long, cold winter with the continuous challenge and let’s face it, sometimes battle, of trying to bundle up your little ones in all their winter gear to get them out the door and off to day care, school or out to play. Since winter feels…
Spring has sprung, today is the first day of spring! Spring can be a time to celebrate warmer temperatures and sunshine; however, it’s important to be aware of hazards related to spring. Springtime, for most children means more outdoor activities. For all parents this means being extra careful to keep your children safe and healthy. Here are some topics to…
Every year in March, Nutrition Month is celebrated. Dieticians across Canada remind us how important it is to eat healthy and the impact nutrition has on our overall well-being. Nutrition is important to Wee Watch because it is crucial to the growth and development of the children in our care. Parents rely on our Providers to ensure their children receive…