Pandemic Parenting: How Can I Keep My Child Care Worker Safe?

The video addresses the numerous questions raised by the coronavirus pandemic, particularly focusing on the safety of in-home child care. It highlights the uncertainties surrounding exposure and testing, emphasizing the importance of open communication between caregivers and parents to ensure mutual safety.

What has the coronavirus pandemic introduced?

• A new type of virus

• Numerous unprecedented questions

• A cure for common cold

• A new form of government

What is a major challenge in ensuring safety with in-home child care?

• Uncertainty about exposure to the virus

• Limited space in homes

• High cost of child care

• Lack of available babysitters

Why is it difficult to determine if someone has been exposed to COVID-19?

• Because testing is not widely available

• Because symptoms are always visible

• Due to the availability of vaccines

• Because everyone is immune

What should you do if someone in your home child care setting shows symptoms?

• Ignore the symptoms

• Wait for a week

• Communicate openly and honestly

• Call the police

What is a key strategy to manage risks in child care during the pandemic?

• Avoid all forms of communication

• Be open and honest about symptoms and exposure

• Assume everyone is healthy

• Rely solely on temperature checks