![]() ![]() ![]() After receiving the information, it is recorded on the form called the “Infant Daily Log.” This log is the infant teacher’s “Go To” form throughout the day because it is here that all of the baby’s feedings and naps are recorded. Without this information, planning for the day is more of a guess, something we want to avoid when caring for children. This all sets the tone for the day, as you plan the baby’s feeding and napping schedules. It is crucial to engage the parent in a conversation at arrival time in the morning. This could be as simple as saying “good morning,” asking how everyone is doing and asking what time the baby got up and was fed. Parents play a key role in making decisions about what their child eats and is important to partner with them. We talk with parents about what the children eat and their schedule, and we also help facilitate next steps as the baby grows and develops. We never offer a child a new food until we have talked with the parent (such as a Cheerio, new type of jar food, finger food). Watch the video below to learn more about infant feeding: For example, when a baby is being fed a bottle, the teacher should be engaged, making eye contact, while also observing the other children in the classroom. The teachers and infants spend a lot of their time in what I call “care-giving routines” – such as feeding, changing diapers, sleeping. We want to be sure that we are making the most of those times and taking advantage of teachable moments. There is a lot to think about when feeding infants! ![]()
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