Dayhomes are a quality child care solution

Here's the link to a very one-sided article about dayhomes.

And here's my rebuttal:

It is in my opinin that both Phyong Atton and Roxanne Jones have been misinformed about private dayhomes.
There are regulations set in place for child care providers to abide by. In Alberta a caregiver can care for up to six children in their home.
In today's world, dayhomes are no longer the next-door neighbour that you'd slip some cash every couple weeks. Dayhomes are often run by mothers that want to work from home to be able to care for their own children while still operating a successful business.
Many providers like myself have first aid trining, a police background check,a child and family services background check as well as a Level One Certificate in Early Childhood Education. We are not people looking to make a quick buck.
My clients were looking for a home away from home for their children. I might not have to answer to a provincial inspector about my home and programs but what I feel more strongly about is answering to the needs of the children and parents. I ensure the kids are stimulated mentally and physically as well as having their emotional and developmental needs nurtured.
It is a misconception that the children just sit and watch TV while their babysitters talk on the phone all day. Many providers have a preschool program in place as well as field trips to the zoo and public libraries.
Just as the monthly tuition is not necessarily cheaper at a dayhome, my rates are comparable to the local daycare center. Even with the tough economy I haven't seen any effect on my business.
It really comes down to personal choice. What child care solution can meet the families needs best. I have clients that drive past their neighbourhood daycare center to drive to my dayhome in a separate community.
It's unfortunate that the Toddle Inn Daycare feels dayhomes are taking over their clients and have now misinformed parents about provincial regulations.