top of page
6:30am-5:30pm
South East Indianapolis, 46239
Warren Township, Indianapolis


I Just Want My Child to Be Safe and Actually Loved
Real Talk for Real Parents – A Village Childcare Blog, Part 2 You walk into work, but your mind is still in the parking lot. You wonder,...
8 minutes ago2 min read


I Feel Like I’m Failing at Everything!
Real Talk for Real Parents – A Village Childcare Blog Episode 1 in a 7-part series. You ever just stand in the kitchen staring at the...
Aug 112 min read


🧠 Attention Is the Currency of Childhood: Why Your Presence Matters More Than You Think
Let’s talk about something way more valuable than toys, tablets, or even sn acks (and believe me, toddlers don’t take snack loyalty...
Aug 42 min read


🏡 3 Things Home Daycares Offer That Centers Can’t
When you're choosing child care, it’s easy to be drawn in by glossy brochures and big buildings. However, sometimes the best fit is right...
Jul 73 min read


🏡 Inside a Quality Home Daycare: What to Look For, Ask, and Expect
So, you’re starting the search for childcare—and suddenly it feels like you're applying for college, planning a wedding, and interviewing for a secret service job... all at once.
You’re not alone, and you don’t need a checklist a mile long to know if a place is right. (Although—yes, I do have one. Hang tight!)
If you’re considering a home daycare, you’re already on a thoughtful path. Family childcare programs offer a warm, consistent, and personal touch that big centers can’
Jun 232 min read


🏡 Daycare vs. Nanny: What’s Best for Your Baby’s Development?
Choosing who will care for your baby is one of the biggest—and most personal—decisions you’ll make as a parent. Whether you're going back to work or just needing a little help during the week, you're probably wondering:
Should I choose a nanny or a daycare? The short answer? Both options can be great—it really depends on what your child (and your family) needs most.
Jun 162 min read


💤 The Sleep Struggle Is Real: What Actually Works for Babies & Toddlers in 2025
If you’ve ever Googled “baby won’t sleep” at 3 a.m. with one eye open, holding a bottle in one hand and your sanity in the other—you’re in the right place.
Sleep is one of the top things families ask about at A Village Childcare. And I get it. Sleep matters. It’s the foundation of child development and parental survival. So let’s break it down with zero judgment, a little humor, and a whole lot of love.
Jun 93 min read


The Best First Foods for Babies: Safe, Simple & Pediatrician-Approved
Starting solids can feel like a big deal. One minute you’ve got a milk-only baby, and the next you’re being told to mash avocados and brace for banana eyebrows.
So if you’re standing in the baby aisle wondering if you need a PhD to feed your kid, let me make this easy for you: you don’t. You just need a few basic tips, a bib (or 10), and maybe a sense of humor.
Jun 23 min read
bottom of page