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Does this kind of childcare exist?

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LaTrucha · 29/05/2013 19:24

I am just going back to work after a period as a SAHM, so I am a bit clueless about childcare. My dream job has come up and I would like to apply for it, but it involves about 8-10 nights away from home a year. My husband travels frequently, and we have not family around, so I could be really stuck for childcare.

Is there any type of childcare that would do occasional overnight stays, either in my house or theirs. I probably would have quite alot of notice of nights away.

If it does exist, what is it called and how would I find it in my area?

Also, roughly how much might it cost?

Thanks in advance. Smile

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LaTrucha · 29/05/2013 19:31

Do childminders usually do overnighty type things?

Neither of the others is an option, I'm afraid.

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NomDeClavier · 29/05/2013 19:31

Assuming you want FT childminder or nanny who would do over night stays in addition to usual hours?

Basic facts: Where are you? How many children do you have? What are their ages?

YDdraigGoch · 29/05/2013 19:28

I think it's called grandparents!

You can get live in nannies or au pairs, though you'd need to hire them full time, not just when you're away.

SilverSixpence · 29/05/2013 19:28

A childminder?