ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie
Kate and Carrie have over 62 years in the childcare business industry and bring that background to their conversations. Having worked with over 5000 childcare programs across the country in the last 30 years together they are a fun and powerful team - ready to help you tackle your problems with practical solutions.
Podcasting since 2020 • 259 episodes
ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie
Latest Episodes
249: How Mentorship Can Elevate Your Childcare Program with Tafta Miller
In this episode, Kate and Carrie sit down with Tafta Miller, who runs two childcare centers in Monroe, Louisiana. They dive into the importance of mentorship and coaching for new directors in the childcare industry. With her 30 years of experie...
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248: Creating Safe and Engaging Playgrounds with Alisha Kriege
In this episode, Kate and Carrie chat with Alisha about the vital role playgrounds play in childcare settings. They dive into the benefits of investing in high-quality playground equipment versus DIY options, emphasizing safety, longevity, and ...
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247: Balancing Enrollment and Staff Retention in Childcare with Chanie Wilschanski
In this episode of "Child Care Conversations," co-hosts Kate and Carrie chat with Chanie Wilschanski, CEO of Schools of Excellence. Chanie shares her expertise on managing childcare programs, especially during challenging times like the COVID p...
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28:17
246: Become Prepared for the Unexpected: How to Create an Oh Sh*t Fund
In this episode of "Child Care Conversations," Kate and Carrie dive into the nitty-gritty of financial planning for childcare providers. They chat about the importance of having a financial safety net, humorously dubbed the "oh sh*t fund" (OSF)...
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245: How to Integrate Play-Based Learning with STEM: a Conversation with Karly
In this episode of "Child Care Conversations," hosts Kate and Carrie chat with Karly, an educator and director, about the magic of integrating STEM and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) in early childhood education...
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