Podcasts about child care services

New data released by 211 Child Care shows that 80% of Connecticut's childcare programs are operating at their legally authorized capacity. This represents a 6% increase that has helped Connecticut families find needed childcare. While this is good news, we still miss the mark on filling childcare worker jobs and making facilities more affordable for Connecticut parents. We spoke about this with Sherri Sutera, Senior Vice President of Child Care Services at United Way of Connecticut. Image Credit: Getty Images

Send us a textToday we are discussing a critical issue: preventing choking in childcare settings. Choking is a leading cause of injury and even death in young children, but it is preventable with the right knowledge and practice. Joining us to talk about the prevention of choking in child care is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services; April Rogers, CCS Director of Enforcement Operations; and Diana Myers, Nutrition and Physical Activity Supervisor. Support the show

Send us a textToday we're unpacking a critical issue that touches nearly every family in Georgia: the State of Child Care.  Recently our Child Care Services Division completed a comprehensive study on the current state of child care across the state, especially after a worldwide pandemic...and there were some surprises. Joining us this week to talk about the State of Child Care in Georgia is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Shayna Funke, Director of Research Partnerships and Business Supports in our Quality Innovations and Partnerships Division. Support the show

Send us a textWhen you think about DECAL, you think about CAPS, Child Care Services, Georgia's Pre-K Program, Nutrition…but we also hope you think about our support services like SEEDS which stands for Social Emotional Early Development Strategies.  This is a program designed to increase social and emotional development among our youngest learners and decrease challenging behaviors in early childhood settings.  Joining us to talk more about SEEDS is Fachelle Garner and Emily Graham are Inclusion and Behavioral Support Specialists. Support the show

Child care costs across the nation and in Tennessee are rising. While there are several challenges facing the child care market in general, there are also state partners and organizations working to make child care more accessible and affordable for Tennessee families. Director of Child Care Services with the Department of Human Services Gwen Laaser sits down with podcast host, Jonquil Newland, to discuss the challenges that face the child care industry and the resources available. 

The cost of child care is a major barrier to access to higher education for students who are parents, particularly single moms.   Dean of Student Development Dr. Frank Cirioni and Child Care Services Project Coordinator Mary Worthy discuss resources at Germanna like like child care access and assistance and a loaner laptop program.

Starting March 20, our Child Care Services Division began offering Health and Safety Grants to open and operating, licensed child care centers and family child care learning homes in Georgia to purchase equipment and materials that will help support compliance  with health and safety regulations. There's a total of $80 million from the American Rescue Act, with programs receiving from $5,000 to $40,000 based on capacity. Joining us to talk about Health and Safety Grants from DECAL is Jennifer Bridgeman, CCS Director of Process and Policy Initiatives, and Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services.   Support the show

Important news this week for any Georgia child care program that serves school-age children or has served school-age children in the past year. You may remember receiving an e-mail about DECAL's School-Age Grants, financial support based on your program's licensed capacity. Joining us to talk about School-Age Grants is Michelle Garris, School Age and Youth Programs Specialist; Brittany Sams, CCS Director of Administrative Services and Special Operations; and Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services.  Support the show

Workforce Solutions Alamo will hold a Community Conversation on Child Care Services for Wilson and Karnes counties on Wednesday, March 22, at 6 p.m. in Kenedy. Community Conversations: Child Care Services will be held at the Kenedy Housing Authority, 116 Stewart St. This event highlights the unique challenges of the childcare landscape and brings together the voices of parents, childcare providers, elected officials, and community members. For more information, email Penny Benavidez at pbenavidez@wsalamo.org.Article Link

It all started with 750 four year olds in 1992 under then Governor Zell Miller.  Now, 30 years later, it serves over 70,000 students across the state under Governor Brian Kemp.  It's Georgia's Pre-K Program, celebrating a milestone birthday this year and laying a solid foundation for academic excellence and future success in the lives of nearly 2-million children. Joining us to talk about their experience with Georgia's Pre-K Program and the HOPE scholarship are Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, Professional Learning Specialist Vicki Watts, and Amy Browder, Pre-K Regional Manager. Support the show

There are many ways to reach us here at DECAL.  You can go to our website at decal.ga.gov, you can e-mail us, or more than likely you still pick up the phone and call us on the telephone using 404-656-5957 or 1-888-442-7735. The voice you hear on the other side of the phone is very important to you…and to us. Joining us to talk about customer service here at DECAL is Antonia Mack, Administrative Assistant in the Applicant Services Unit with Child Care Services, Tommeshia Sims is a receptionist at CAPS, Tammy Clark is our Agency Receptionist and Information Specialist, and Quandra Obi is Special Assistant to Commissioner Jacobs.   Support the show

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia received over $2-billion in federal money to help stabilize the child care industry, increase access to high quality child care for all families of young children, and support the state's early childhood education workforce.  The money comes from the federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act and from the American Rescue Plan Act.  We are now announcing how we will spend the remaining $400-million in a list of projects supporting child care providers, the ECE workforce, families, and other groups. Joining us to discuss our plans for supporting child care providers is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Dr. Bentley Ponder, Deputy Commissioner of Quality Innovations and Partnerships.  Support the show

For the ninth consecutive year, DECAL is calling for families and caregivers to increase awareness of the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles.  Joining us to talk about our annual Look Again campaign and ways to prevent pediatric vehicular heatstroke is Dana Morrison and Rhonda Parker, both directors of field operations with Child Care Services here at DECAL; and Michelle Walker is Manager of Child Advocacy Programs with Safe Kids Georgia and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.  Support the show

In this collaborative episode, Hannah and Rachel chat with Courtney Jones from Child Care Council of  Cornell Cooperative Extension about all things CCR&Rs. Tune in to learn about what role CCR&Rs play in childcare, the history of childcare, and more. Mentioned on the show:Quality Stars NY Early Care & Learning CouncilInvest in NY Child Care Deserts Grant Workforce Development Institute (WDI) Child Care SubsidyThe Child Care Council Chit Chat Podcast---On Home & Classroom, we talk with experts & special guests about children's development, health, nutrition, play, growth, child care, parenting, and more. Email homeandclassroom@brightsideup.org to be a guest or send an interview suggestion today!

In our ninth episode, we're talking with OKDHS Child Care Director, Brittany Lee to learn about the importance of early childhood education through quality, licensed child care. Through this discussion, we learn how Child Care Services focuses on safety and quality for every child and the critical part child care programs play in the lives of Oklahoma's children and families. Brittany also discusses some exciting initiatives coming later this year for child care programs across the state! Brittany was named the Director of Child Care Services in December of 2020 after nearly twenty years of professional experience in the early childhood sector. She has experience in everything from teaching in the classroom, directing a child care center and supervising operations for multiple early childhood education programs to facilitating professional development and mentoring young educators. Brittany is passionate and committed to enriching the lives of children and the child care professionals who work with them. We hope you'll continue to join us on this podcast where we'll explore topics that affect and uplift Oklahomans. Don't forget to like this episode and subscribe, so you'll know when each new episode drops! To learn more about how to find quality child care in your area, visit the OKDHS Child Care Locator.

DECAL's Child Care Services Division is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of thousands of children in Georgia while also providing training and technical assistance, licensing new child care programs, and determining exempt programs.  The division also responds to any concerns or complaints the public may have through the CCS Consultant of the Day.  Joining us to talk about the CCS Consultant of the Day is Tahishe Smith, CCS Intake Manager for the Complaint Unit. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

This is the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Friday, January 21, 2022.

Georgia's Department of Public Health has announced that there are approximately 987,000 children ages 5-11 in Georgia who are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine...that's about 4.4 percent of the total population in Georgia.  Commissioner, this is something we've been looking for and should help in containing the virus among our younger learners and ultimately making schools and child care programs safer.  Joining us to talk about COVID-19 vaccines for children in Georgia is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services here at DECAL, and Dr. Jenna Gettings, an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer with the CDC currently assigned as a school team lead with the Georgia Department of Public Health.  Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

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DECAL has joined the Georgia Department of Public Health in updating COVID-19 Guidance specifically for Georgia child care facilities.  The guidance, first released in August 2020, covers everything from COVID-19 prevention strategies, promoting vaccinations, and consistent and correct use of masks.  Joining us to talk about COVID-19 guidance for child care in Georgia is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Dr. Jenna Gettings is an Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer with the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta currently assigned as a school team lead with the Georgia Department of Public Health.  Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

You probably know Jennifer Bridgman as the Process and Quality Improvement Manager in Child Care Services and Sha-de' Thomas as our CAPS Quality Assurance and Training Consultant, but did you know they are both published authors writing about the COVID-19 impact on young children and children's mental health?  The books are “When the People Stayed Home” and “Today at School." Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

With the number of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations on the rise…and the number of Georgians fully vaccinated at less than fifty percent…there are many questions from families and parents about what to do with child care.  Joining us to talk about COVID-19 and child care in Georgia is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services, and Dr. Amber Schmidtke, an expert in microbiology and immunology who is following the COVID-19 trends in Georgia very closely.    Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

As the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines continues and availability improves, the focus is beginning to shift to vaccinating children, ages 12-15, and possibly younger in the near future.  There has also been a change in CDC guidance on the use of masks for those who are fully vaccinated.  What impact will that have on COVID guidance for Georgia child care?  Joining us on the podcast today is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Dr. Georgina Peacock who currently serves as the Georgia Department of Health Chief Medical Officer as a Center for Disease Control Assignee.   Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

For the eighth consecutive year, DECAL is calling for families and caregivers to increase awareness of the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles.  Joining us to talk about our annual Look Again campaign and ways to prevent pediatric vehicular heatstroke are Dana Morrison and Rhonda Parker, both directors of field operations with Child Care Services here at DECAL; and Lisa Dawson, Director of the Injury Prevention Program for the Georgia Department of Public Health.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

St. Alban's is committed to providing quality early childhood education to young children that nourish self-development, cultural identity, and respect for others while supporting the personal growth of the families enrolled in the programs. Ken Russell Miami Podcast Signup for our newsletter: https://forms.gle/gN5XhGcrWS9BHscZA Guest Links & contact: St. Alan's Child Enrichment Center http://www.stalbanschildcare.org

On March 8, all Georgia Pre-K teachers, child care teachers, and child care staff in programs with a license or exemption from DECAL became eligible for COVID-19 vaccines.  Since then, teachers and staff have been flocking to nine mass vaccination sites from Clarksville to Savannah as well as local health departments and pharmacies to get vaccinated.  On today’s podcast, we’re going to tackle some of the frequently asked questions we are hearing from the child care workforce.  Joining us to talk about COVID-19 vaccines for early education teachers and staff is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Dr. Georgina Peacock who currently serves as the Georgia Department of Health Chief Medical Officer as a Center for Disease Control Assignee.  She also oversees the CDC Vaccine Implementation Unit.  Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Last summer, DECAL joined the Governor’s Office and the Georgia Department of Public Health in providing COVID-19 guidance for Georgia Child Care facilities. Now, at almost a year into the pandemic and public health emergency, we have updated that guidance to support providers, teachers, and of course Georgia’s children and families. Joining us to talk about Updates and Changes to our COVID-19 Guidance for Georgia Child Care Facilities is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, April Rogers, CCS Director of Enforcement Operations, and Ebony Thomas, Epidemiologist with the Georgia Department of Public Health. PLUS we have the latest information o n COVID-19 vaccines for Pre-K and child care teachers and staff. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Throughout the COVID-19 crisis, Governor Brian Kemp has allowed licensed child care in Georgia to remain open to serve children and families. However, with more families staying at home, child care attendance significantly declined except for children of first responders and essential workers. At one point, only thirty percent of the licensed programs in Georgia remained open. Joining us to talk about Georgia child care open for business in a pandemic are Jennifer Paschal with Endeavor Schools in Atlanta, Michelle Smith-Lank with Kids World Learning Center in Statesboro, and our own April Rogers, Director of Policy and Enforcement with Child Care Services.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

DECAL is the state agency that licenses and regulates child care programs in Georgia using a system that focuses on certain “core rules” within 15 categories ranging from diapering and discipline to supervision, transportation, and criminal records checks. Based on research, the core rules represent critical areas to consider when determining compliance and the impact on the health and safety of children. But how much do you know about the core rules? Here to talk about core rules and their importance in keeping our children healthy and safe is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services; Shannon Carroll, Technical Assistance Coordinator for Child Care Services; and Morgan Stahl, one of our CCS consultants. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Over 3,500 infants die annually in the United States from sleep-related deaths, including sudden infant death syndrome. The issue disproportionately impacts families of color, especially black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and low-income families. With that in mind, October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month and DECAL is joining Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to remind caregivers and parents.Joining us to talk about Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services here at DECAL; Candace Gilbert is Quality Improvement and Training Coordinator with Child Care Services; Malissa Champion is a CCS Consultant serving Northeast Georgia; Rachel Brown is a CCS Consultant in the Northwest Region, and Michelle Walker is a pediatric nurse serving as Manager of Child Advocacy Programs with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. We are also joined by Sabrina Henry from DECAL's HR Division with an update on 2021 Open Enrollment.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

On today’s show, we focus on going back to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. The beginning of the 2020 school year is nothing like before. The word “difficult” is an understatement—and it’s difficult for all: for teachers, for students, for parents, (especially mothers) and for our colleges and universities too. Meanwhile, economic strains on families are sky-high as many families face eviction, and affordable child care is out of reach. Helping us to sort out questions related to schooling during pandemic and how we should think about these issues and more:Randi Weingarten is the president of the 1.7 million-member American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO; and creator of AFT Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative to support sustainable, innovative and collaborative education reform projects developed by members and their local unions. Rep. Katherine Clark represents the Fifth District of Massachusetts; her career in public service is driven by her commitment to helping children and families succeed; in Congress, she brings her experience as a former state senator, state representative and general counsel for the Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services, and policy chief for the state attorney general. Fatima Goss Graves is the CEO of the National Women’s Law Center; co-founder of the TIME’S UP Legal Defense Fund; author of many articles and reports, including We Must Deal with K-12 Sexual Assault, and Unlocking Opportunity for African American Girls: A Call to Action for Educational Equity. Rate and review “On the Issues with Michele Goodwin" to let us know what you think of the show! Let’s show the power of independent feminist media. Check out this episode’s landing page at MsMagazine.com for a full transcript, links to articles referenced in this episode, further reading and ways to take action.Support the show (http://msmagazine.com)

In this session, Elise Wulff highlights core concepts to be aware of in the back-to-school transition and suggests practical strategies for how to support your child. Tools and recommendations will emphasize establishing manageable routines and expectations for home and school, prioritizing and supporting self-regulation (for everyone!), supporting anxiety, and setting developmentally appropriate academic goals. Martha McNulty then discusses the child care opportunities available through Mass General Brigham. Panelists: Elise Wulff, MEd, Program Manager for Child Services, Aspire MGH/MassGeneral Hospital for Children and Martha A. McNulty, MEd, Director, Child Care Services, MGB. You may find copies of their slides at: https://www.massgeneral.org/faculty-development/offices/cfd/parenting-resources

With Georgia child care programs reopening and welcoming back children and families, DECAL is joining the Governor’s Office and the Georgia Department of Public Health in offering new COVID-19 guidance for Georgia Child Care facilities. We’re committed to supporting early childhood learning during the COVID-19 pandemic and we recognize the vital role that providers, including their teaching staff, play in the support of Georgia’s children and families, especially during a public health crisis.Joining us today to talk about our COVID-19 Guidance for providers is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services, and Ebony Thomas, Epidemiologist with the Georgia Department of Public Health. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Governor Cuomo’s announcement of the metrics that will determine whether schools can be reopened in NY state in the fall.Detailed guidelines released by the state Department of Health and the Board of Regents.Class Size Matters and NYC Kids PAC proposals for the safe reopening of schools; letter to the Board of Regents and Summary of ideas from our June 20 conference.How the need for social distancing brings in sharper focus the inequities of class size across the city.Council Member Brad Lander’s oped and draft plan.Information on the increase in wealth among NY state billionaires during the pandemic.NY State Legislature bills that would raise revenue to support our schools during the pandemic and help pay for child care and wrap around services, including increasing taxes on the ultra-wealthy.

The Center for Faculty Development and its Office for Women's Careers offered this Town Hall covered challenges and options for parents during the COVID pandemic and discussions on ways to stay productive. Panelist of speakers included:  Peter L. Slavin, MD, President of MGH Anne E. Becker, MD, PhD, Dean for Clinical and Academic Affairs, HMS Rose R. Sheehan, MBA, Chief Human Resources Officer, MGB Martha A. McNulty, EdM, Director, Child Care Services, MGB

Each year, DECAL’s Child Care Services consultants conduct more than 14,500 visits to more than 4,500 licensed child care programs in Georgia to ensure they are caring for children in safe, healthy, and nurturing environments. But when COVID-19 hit Georgia in March and the number of open child care programs dropped to 30-percent the scope of those visits changed. Here to talk about Virtual Visits in Georgia Child Care Programs is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services, and Directors of CCS Field Operations Dana Morrison and Rhonda Parker. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

With many businesses reopening here in Georgia, the need for child care is on the rise so parents and families can return to their jobs. Family Child Care Learning Homes and Child Care Learning Centers are operating under some strict guidelines that include smaller class sizes, temperature checks at the door, and meals served in classrooms. Joining us to discuss the child care comeback and what parents can expect is Dana Morrison, Director of Field Operations in our Child Care Services Division, Melissa Herndon, Southeast Regional Manager for Child Care Services, and Nadia Davis, a parent to two children enrolled with Primrose Alpharetta East. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

An episode recorded Tuesday, April 7, 2020, during the COVID-19 Coronavirus Crisis and Public Health Emergency here in Georgia. Here at DECAL, we are practicing social distancing and working from our homes. We are also under a Statewide Shelter in Place Order from Governor Brian P. Kemp that runs through Friday, April 13. Our special guest is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

With childcare in high demand, the Family Y of Northern B.C. is working to continue to support children and youth.

Child Care Services market worldwide is projected to grow by US$66. 6 Billion, driven by a compounded growth of 4. 8%

When you think about child care outside the home, you might think about infants, toddlers, or Pre-K students…but for many families it also includes after-school care for children ages five and up. In Georgia, over 2,700 licensed child care programs offer after-school care, and over 45-percent of our CAPS scholarships help pay for it. Here to talk about school-age programs in Georgia is Pam Stevens, Deputy Commissioner of Child Care Services; Melissa Davis, Director for CCS Quality Operations, and Michelle Garris, School Age Specialist for DECAL.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

School will be out soon and Georgia children will be participating in summer camps, church camps, cheer camps, and other traditional activities. DECAL and Quality Care for Children are again collaborating to help parents ensure the camps they have chosen are safe places for children to play and learn. On this episode, we talk with Pam Tatum, CEO at Quality Care for Children, and Pam Stevens, DECAL's Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services. Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

DECAL licenses and monitors around 4,600 child care programs in Georgia to ensure that they provide safe, healthy, and nurturing environments. On average, our Child Care Services consultants make 12,000 unannounced annual visits…a minimum of two per provider each year…to inspect and support licensed child care programs. Today, we will take you on a "walk through" of one of these inspections. Our guests are Northwest Regional Manager for Child Care Services Marsha Ruiz Crosby and Director of Research Randy Hudgins.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Happy New Year! It is officially 2019, and we thought we would look back on 2018 today…with a look ahead to 2019 as well. From CAPS and Child Care Services...to Georgia's Pre-K Program and Quality Rated...plus Nutrition, Inclusion, the 2019 Legislative Session, and more! Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Thanksgiving Week seems like a good time to discuss food...and we mean really discuss food, as in the Best Places to Eat in Georgia. As a state agency, our employees travel A LOT, especially our consultants working with providers and parents through CAPS, Child Care Services, Georgia’s Pre-K Program, Quality Rated, Nutrition and so much more! For this episode, we’re calling upon some bonafide culinary experts, Deputy Commissioner for System Reform Kristin Bernhard and Chief Legal Officer Ira Sudman. Hope you're hungry!Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Pam Stevens is our new Deputy Commissioner for Child Care Services, but you may know her from Quality Rated, or her years as a teacher, behavior specialist, or child care director. Learn more about Pam and this important role in the licensing and regulating of child care programs in Georgia.Support the show (http://www.decal.ga.gov)

Show Notes: During today's show, we discuss what some Kansas education policy makers are planning on doing with their public schools (hint: it's probably not a good idea). From the Lawrence Journal-World, we discuss the idea of no longer adhering to age-level grading, the impacts it may have, and why it actually might be a decent idea (to some degree). In our second segment, we have a very special guest on from our friends over at Education Excellence - Ardith Wieworka is our guest tonight.  Resources Mentioned/Referenced: Kansas schools may no longer group students by grade level as part of plan to remake education system Massachusetts Afterschool Partnerships EdWeek: Ed. Dept. Sweets Away Old Special Education Guidance and Regulations (List of regulations lifted) Tami Jimenez (Twitter) , elementary teacher and education enthusiast! Check out her podcast, "Time to Teach" on Libsyn! Guest Information: Ardith is the Chief Executive Officer of the Massachusetts Afterschool Partnership, a non-profit agency dedicated to ensuring that all children and youth have equal access to high quality afterschool and summer programming, before school, after school, and during the summer months. She also serves on the senior management team of Child Development and Education, an early education and school age care program serving 4000 children in Massachusetts. Prior to her work in the private for-profit and non-profit education sectors, Ardith served in state government as the Commissioner of the Massachusetts Office for Children and the Office of Child Care Services, overseeing the field of early education and expanded learning opportunities.

NEW TALK SHOW LIVE FROM MARIA BONITA RESTAURANT, HOSTED BY 2 LATINAS, CLAUDIA & VICTORIA, IN ENGLISH. WHO ARE YOU? WHAT DO YOU DO? WHO DO YOU WORK FOR? WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO LIVE IN CHARLOTTE? WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT CHARLOTTE'S ECONOMY? CHARLOTTE'S SCHOOLS? POLITICIANS? WHAT IS YOUR CHARLOTTE VIEW? GUESTS CYNTHIA PROCTOR AND MARJORIE WRENN PARTICIPATED IN A DISCUSSION ABOUT CHILD CARE ISSUES. FINDING A CHILD CARE PROVIDER IN CHARLOTTE AND THE DO-IT-YOURSELF APPROACH TO CHILD PROOFING YOUR HOME.