Infants and toddlers in out-of-home care

Abstract

In this thorough, research-based book, early child care professionals will get critical information on developing the best our-of-home care for young children. Readers will learn about vital issues, including common health risks to children in child care facilities, characteristics of successful programs, and changing family/work demographics. Specific recommendations for policy, practice, training, and future research in the field of early child care are discussed, as well as statistics on the quality and prevalence of out-of-home care.