Central - Childcare Home Page Personals Boards Bookstore Writer's Guidelines . The responsibility for regular care and safety is shared by both parents and caregivers. Both share common goals in nurturing growth and development of children in their care.
Parents know their children best.
This valuable information can help the caregiver better meet the needs of children. According to early childhood educator, B. F. Bundy, the relationship between parents and caregivers begins with their initial contact. Those first impressions should set the tone for an open, positive, trusting, and respectful relationship. During the initial phone call or visit, parents need to learn the philosophy of the caregiver. Parents need to be clear about the caregiver's views on discipline, program, routines, tuition, pay schedule, hours, late fees, and so forth.