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Leave, replacements and care continuity
Leave and unexpected events are part of childcare life. Here is how to anticipate them so your child experiences these periods as continuity.
Plan leave in advance
Leave is prepared, not handled at the last minute. Families, the nanny and the school each have their own calendars, so it is worth discussing them several weeks ahead. Specify the dates, the return and who provides care during the absence.
Find a reliable replacement
A good replacement is known to the child, or introduced carefully before the departure. Otherwise, present her early, over several visits, with hours similar to the usual routine. This limits the effect of a stranger and reassures everyone.
Continuity for the child
For a child, an absence can feel like abandonment. Keep the same landmarks: times, places, rituals, stories, routines. If possible, leave a notebook or a short note about the day, even a few lines.
The handover between adults
Between the regular nanny and the replacement, the handover is prepared: habits, instructions, what reassures the child and what to avoid. A written note and a short exchange right before departure remain the best guarantee of continuity.
Frequently asked questions
When should leave be discussed?
Ideally several weeks in advance, to coordinate family, nanny and school.
How to introduce a replacement?
Get acquainted early, over several visits, with hours close to the usual routine.
What to leave for the child during an absence?
Stable landmarks and a few words about their day, even on a short note.
How to secure the handover?
Through a written note, a short exchange before departure and clear instructions on habits.
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