It all depends on your child and how much structure you think she needs. How to find one Word of mouth may be your best bet. Ask any new moms you meet if they know of local family day care. Also check bulletin boards in pediatricians' offices, childbirth educators' offices, churches and synagogues, gyms, and nursery schools. Some family day cares are accredited by the National Association 96 for Family Child Care.
Accreditation requires a higher standard of care and quality than does licensing.