Most experts say that for children under three, having one parent at home full-time is ideal.
Most researchers agree that what matters most is the caregiver, not whether you put your child in a daycare center or with a nanny. Find a caregiver who is warm, attentive, experienced, and able to encourage the development of your child's skills, and you've got what will work for your child. But even when you pick an excellent daycare center or a superb nanny, your child will still long for you. Set aside time at the end of the day to reconnect with her, and make it clear that although you may be at work, your heart remains with her. What the Experts Say Daycare center Daycare works well for children of any age as long as it is high quality.