Research has shown that babies with more than one attachment are less distressed when mother leaves for work, they are more playful and content in the presence of other adults, and are less distracted at the birth of a sibling. A parent-child relationship is not necessarily stronger if mom stays home. Research shows that children in child care show the same degree of attachment to their mothers and the same amount of security as children with mothers who stay home. If working makes you happy, you're children will be happier. Working mothers who like their jobs have better personal adjustments, are happier, and are less depressed than full-time mothers, even those who prefer being home.
Depressed mothers have depressing effects on their children.
When choosing a child care center, it is essential that you be well-informed. The following checklist is designed to help you make a well-informed decision about your child care provider. Generally, when you find a few indicators of quality, you are likely to find more. Likewise, the opposite is true. Take the checklist to the provider.