CM CLUB - how strict are you?

[LoveMyGirls]

just wondering really, what kind of things do you let slide and what sort of things are you very tough on? how do you disapline your children etc

im tough on....
hygiene
sitting at the table properly during meals
eating all lunch or not getting anything else

i let slide..
if they are watching a programme and their tv time is up i will let them carry on til it ends

im sure ill think of other stuff but a bit busy so will pop back in a bit.

I am strict on
eating/using scissors pencils etc at table
no pudding unless main course eaten
safety in the house/car/when out and about
hygiene
sharing/being nice to each other

less strict on
tv/computer time (within reason)
licking the bowl out when baking
I let them have chocci biscuits when its a mindees birthday (double )

can't think of any more at the mo but I am sure there are lots more.

im strict on everything! im an evil wicked cm!!
no just the usual things as had already been mentioned!

I am Mrs Hitler! But my mindies adore me! I picked one up from the airport today after her holiday and she couldn't stop saying my name, she was so pleased to see me.

Strict on manners, sharing, eating tidily, but with enjoyment, NO SWEETS,EVER! Taking turns, no TV if it is light! ( My own kids were never allowed tv in daylight hours.) No climbing on the furniture, tops back on felt tips after use, use tissues not your sleeve, no shouting or arguing in the car, likewise no eating or drinking in the car............

I know my mindies love me, so do their parents, because I am so strict!

A look , excuse me, or a raised eyebrow is sufficient!

HI

I am from London.I am a mum of two and
hopefully i will receive my certificate soon.

I am a bit nervous. i WANT TO BE THE BEST CHILDMINDER.and in the evening i spent my precious time by reading.

how can i estaplish good impresion when i meet with my fisrt client? Do I have to sign contract.
My husband told me that will scare mothers and they will run away is it true?
i have some type contract but i don't think it is including all necessary subjects.
please if one childminder can send me one good contract example I will be really grateful.

I hope will get my certificate and I will find my perfect client soon.

thanks a lot
hope we will chat again

Edker - it might be better to start your own thread....this is hijacking someone elses subject.

However you might be worth looking at the NCMA contracts - you really cannot mind without a contract

Good luck with your minding

i havent started yet, but personally i am big on
sharing
no pudding unless meal eaten
no jumping/climing on furniture
no violence
sitting until meal finished
erm..