Our daughter started going to Auntie Duaa’s care in June, when she was around 2.5 years old, and continued until October. This was her first experience being looked after by someone outside our immediate family, so it was a significant step for all of us. During our initial meeting, our little girl felt immediately at ease. She opened up quickly and even initiated play—first at our home and later at Duaa’s place.

Duaa’s home is exceptionally welcoming, far better than other childminders we considered. It’s clean, well-organized, and not overcrowded with toys—just like a “home away from home.” The environment feels calm and inviting, with thoughtfully arranged toys and tidy spaces.

The transition was initially tough for our daughter, who struggled with separation, but honestly, it was even harder for us as parents. Duaa’s patience, understanding, and reassurance were invaluable. She gently guided us to keep goodbyes brief, which made a world of difference. She never rushed us, allowing us to take things at our own pace until we were ready. After just a few short goodbyes, our daughter adjusted beautifully—soon running in excitedly without a second thought.

Every day was filled with engaging activities: free play, simple cooking, time in the garden, or outings. The variety kept our daughter entertained and happy throughout her time there. We also appreciated Duaa’s flexibility with drop-off times and occasional schedule changes. While we understood it depended on her availability, she always tried her best to accommodate us.

Our daughter loved her time at Duaa’s so much that she would ask every morning if she was going back, and on days she wasn’t, she’d be genuinely disappointed. Those few hours each day were filled with joy and fun for her.

Unfortunately, our daughter no longer attends Duaa’s care as we are traveling away for an extended period. However, the few months she spent with Duaa were invaluable to us. As first-time parents leaving our child with someone else, Duaa made the experience a positive one, setting a very high standard. We highly recommend her to any parents looking for a caring, patient, and reliable childminder.

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