Follow strict universal precautions when touching or handling bodily fluids. Babies in group care tend to get sick more often than they would at home. Their immunities to infectious disease are just beginning to build, and they are in close contact with other infants and adults who pass on germs. Infant and toddler teachers must follow stringent health and safety measures. Communicating with Families Building strong relationships with each child's family is especially important during these very early years.
Daily communication is the foundation for a trusting relationship between teachers and family.
To build truly solid relationships with the children in our care, it's important to learn from the experiences, knowledge, culture and child-rearing beliefs of the family. Infants with Disabilities Our approach to working with infants with disabilities is essentially the same as with other babies. Our goal is to recognize the abilities and meet the individual needs of every youngster. For children with special needs, this may involve careful supervision of daily routines such as adapting for a child with severe allergies or using a special nipple for a child whose cleft palate is undergoing repair. Always be sure to get correct medical information from knowledgeable specialists and family members.