I was not looking forward to the time I’d have to go back to work. I’d had a blast during maternity leave. Me and my little boy would be out every day at various groups or going for walks.
I was not looking forward to the time I’d have to choose a childminder, but a Ben made the whole experience so much easier.

When I first contacted him, he didn’t have any space, but he went above and beyond in helping me to seek out what I wanted. Luckily though, a few weeks later, a space did became available and I count myself so lucky every day that it did!
Ben was so helpful for us in that transition. We had phone calls, emails, play dates etc.
Those first few days were tough (for me!) my little one settled in so quickly though. Ben made sure I had plenty of updates and pictures throughout the day.

Ben is so nurturing, fun, yet sees learning opportunities to many things.
I cannot express how happy I am to have my little boy cared for by Ben. He LOVES his trips out, including train journeys to the seaside, playgrounds, the allotment, farms you name it! My little boy has developed in every way. His speech is so clear and he can communicate so well. He has made friends with the other children in Ben’s care and can’t stop talking about Ben, the other children and the things they do. I think his favourite is either muddy puddles, picking apples off the tree at the allotment or the farm.

As a parent, Ben makes it so much easier for me. I get little updates and pictures throughout the day. Although, my favourite is a voice note. This normally comes when my little one has done something new and I can hear the pride in Ben’s voice. This makes me even more proud as a parent.

I cannot recommend Ben more highly!

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