The Marcuse' toddler is constantly biting his baby brother. The Marcuses don't feel comfortable asking the child's teacher for advice; they wish to be perceived as capable parents.
Daughter Patty hirs her mother to gain attention at arrival time. Staff members notice that this creates an unpleasant stress for both parent and child, but are reluctant to offer advice because it might appear they are treading on the parent's turf.
Dilemmas like the ones described at above are common in early childhood programs and illustrate the need for parent education. The Marcuses and Patty's mother - as well as the parents who send their child to your program - can benefit from sincere advice offered in a positive, professional, and non-judgmental manner. As caregive, you have the perfect
opportunity to do this.