Clarisse is a kind, experienced, professional child minder. She began caring for my daughter from 6 months of age and 6 months on I couldn't rate Clarisse higher. Clarisse only takes one baby at a time which I think shows her experience and commitment to that chosen baby. We had a detailed thought through induction and in a sense that was ongoing from week to week as my baby made changes. From the onset my daughter was in her care she actually fell asleep in her arms and that bond continued. Since then my daughter regularly sleeps in her Baby Bjorn with Clarisse carrying her and she made a smooth transition into childcare. Clarisse is incredibly flexible (l've muddled dates and had sudden arrangements). She makes being a working mother easy as I know my daughter is in safe hands. She gives me regular detailed updates throughout the day, nappy changes, food and sleep intake, different moves, sounds in fact anything new that she notices. Clarisse is totally in tune with her development stages. I'm a 1st time mum and I find Clarisse's feedback on my baby insightful. She puts her development phases into words that l find helpful and supportive. She is never judgemental simply thoughtful and her experience shows.
Clarisse's daughter and the other children are wonderful with my baby. The group of kids that are in Clarisse's care are often in a magical play when I come to collect my daughter. They want the lights off or they are pulling out sheets to set up a theatre. In the summer the children are mostly outside under her watchful eye as they are playful with water, toys and again creating something with sheets. I've never seen a child crying or distressed - just pure playfulness, magic and fun under the care of a wonderful minder. She is totally trust worthy. I have nothing negative to share which is unusual for me.

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