How much to charge for childcare?

Question

Hi ladies I’m a SAHM of almost 8 month old twins. We will be moving into our new home June 1st and I am thinking about offering child care in my home. Just one or two children. I am trying to figure out which ages would be a good fit. If I watch younger babies that would be a good fit because I have all of the equipment such as swings bouncers and toys but I am open to any ages really. I only get nervous if there is a huge age gap because I think it will be hard to keep my babies as well as older children entertained. We have a pool which has sliders on our back door that lock for pool safety. Would it be to much of a liability to let the children I’m watching swim in our pool? (Ofcourse with lots of supervision) or should I say it’s totally off limits. Another thing is idk how much to charge. Daycare in my area is around 170$ for a infant. I would not want to charge that much because I don’t think I’d get any business plus I would not want to pay that. I’m open for suggestions and advise. Thanks !! 
I should mention I have 10+ years of experience with children from babysitting as well as working in a daycare setting. I am also a nurse so I am first aid and cpr certified in adult and pediatric.

Answer

I would expect more of a charge in a personal daycare. You will be hands on with the child. I’ve seen anywhere from $150-$200 per child. That includes snacks, breakfast, lunch, and dinner if needed. It also includes different field trips like once or twice a month, to the mall or parks, and then bigger trips to the zoo in the summer. 
The pool I would just talk to the parents of the children. It may be difficult. You may want to hire someone to help out. Toddlers are minature Houdini’s.

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I’d charge at least $13 an hour for one kid. As for the pool, talk to the parents

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I would not have a daycare if you have a pool unless you are a certified lifeguard. You’ll want to check local laws and with your home owners insurance about running a daycare also.

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I would highly suggest against allowing any children in your pool there is WAY too much liability.. also look into licensing for your HCC there are a lot of rules that need to be met and I'm not sure if you would certainly pass with a pool.. you also need to get CPR and First Aid certified to have 4+ children in your home (including your own).. search for your state and home child care requirements... if all goes well I'd charge $200 a week 2 and under and $160 for 2+... also remember that it is not suggested for children 2 and up be with children 2 and under for saftey reasons.. also look into what is your states ratio.. looking that you'll have your twins under 2 I think (in NC anyway) you'll only be able to have 2 other children under 2 in your home.. again I would not suggest swimming unless the parents are particiating.. there's only 1 of you and up to 4 small children..

How much to charge for childcare?

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