The Evolution Of Child Care
Daycare Chronicles 101
This week we dive into the evolution of child care and the challenges providers face today. We will discuss the social and emotional impact of children entering TK, Early Headstart & Headstart and also how caregiving is curriculum. The hosts touch on available trainings like PITC and California Teaching Pyramid for Family Child Care Providers. We also touched on mental health care for providers, parent expectations, and the reality of competing with" FREE" while still investing in professional development.
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Shannon Estrin MA.ED
Daycare Chronicles 101
In this episode of Daycare Chronicles 101, we sit down with Shannon Estrin—autism specialist, mental health coach, and advocate for neurodivergent children. With a master’s in education and a heart for inclusion, Shannon brings real talk and real tools. This is one episode you don’t want to miss.
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Provider Lounge Introduction
Daycare Chronicles 101
The Provider Lounge is a segment of the Daycare Chronicles 101 Podcast, created by Tonya Muhammad. It’s a space where experienced family child care providers and early childhood professionals come together for real, unfiltered conversations about the industry. Topics include the challenges of running a daycare, navigating policies and regulations, managing burnout, building professional confidence, and uplifting one another through shared stories. Featuring voices of Katrina Williams, Zakiyyah Baez, Ineeze Gainey, and Tashina Johnson, the goal is to inform, inspire, and empower...
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That Five Dollars He Left On the Dresser!
Daycare Chronicles 101
In this heartfelt episode, I share the true story behind the $5 bill that changed the course of my life. As a young mother with three children and one on the way, I woke up to find that my husband at that time had left for work and left $5 on the dresser for the day. At that moment, I felt completely defeated, overhelmed, and unsure of how I was going to make it. But that moment lit a fire in me that I didnt know I had. That $5 became the turning poing that led me to discover my purpose and passion. It was the beginning of my journey of what would later become a successful...
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Critical Conversations w/ Dominique Ellis / CEO Of Educated Mindz
Daycare Chronicles 101
In this episode i had the honor of having an amazing conversation with Mrs. Dominique Ellis a second generation Child Care Center Owner and CEO of her company Educated Minds. We talked about how her beautiful mother went from a family daycare provider to center owner & how Dominique has excelled in life while having dyslexia and losing her father at an early age. Marrying her childhood friend and writing a book about the loss of her father as a child. This conversation is full of love, laughter and some tears... Dominique is a young woman with an old soul... She is very wise and...
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Provider Check-In 2023
Daycare Chronicles 101
This episode is a conversation with providers from all over the country in the Daycare Chronicles 101.2 Clubhouse weekly meeting room. Topics discussed are: The new T-K & Early Headstart Programs affecting Family Daycare. Sick Children in 2022 Crayola Parties in February
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The Relationship Between Parents And Providers
Daycare Chronicles 101
This episode discusses how important it is to have effective communication between the Parent and Provider to aid in preventing any possible misunderstandings about contracts , care of their child and expectations while the child is in your care. Providers also shared about having a child in your care that you may not be able to meet the needs of.
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Count Your Blessings of 2021
Daycare Chronicles 101
This episode is about the struggles and wins of 2021 with providers. We must count our Blessings especially within this Pandemic. Daycare Providers are not only Essential but also Necessary.
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Interview with Science Teacher Mom
Daycare Chronicles 101
Science Teacher Mom (Medinah Muhammad) is a High School Science Teacher that has turned her love of science, teaching, and most importantly the love of being a mom into a Successful Business.
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Self Care , Mindfulness For Educators w/ Special Guest Megan Sweet AKA " The Awakening Educator"
Daycare Chronicles 101
This episode talks about Self Care & Mindfulness for educators with my special guest Megan Sweet "The Awakening Educator"
info_outlineThis episode is about the rising numbers of Covid cases in California and the affect that it is having on Providers and advice on updating your contracts to cover yourselves.
A guest Physician called in to give some information and speak on Acts Of Kindness during this pandemic.