By Katie Gray
Celebrity couple Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have been parents for a few months now to celebrity baby daughter Wyatt Isabelle, and they are completely in love with her. In their latest celebrity baby news update, Kutcher said, “You think you know how much you can love another person, and then you have a child and you realize you didn’t know. It’s infinitely rewarding.” He added, “And I really look at this as the greatest opportunity of my life.” The parents are old school and will not hire a nanny. According to People.com, Kutcher shared, “We want to be the people that know what to do when the baby’s crying to make the baby not cry anymore. We want to know, like, when she makes a little face or something, we want to be emotionally in touch with her. And I think the only way to do that is by being the one who’s there.”
This celebrity couple is taking care of their celebrity baby without extra help. What are some things to consider when determining your best childcare option?
Cupid’s Advice:
There’s a lot to plan for when it comes to raising a child, and one of those things includes childcare options. Some parents may choose the same route as this celebrity couple and forego the additional aid. To help you make your decision, Cupid has some advice:
1. Your child’s age: The age of your kid definitely plays a role when deciding what childcare option is best. If they are really young, it’s important to spend extra time with them. However, some opt to have a baby nurse and/or nanny with them right after childbirth, which can be a nice way to learn what to do. It’s important to be there for them during all of the stages in their lives, so choose whatever makes the most sense for you. Hiring a trained nanny when you can’t be around is a good idea, as is having your family members and friends babysit when needed.
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2. Time away from them: An important aspect in picking childcare is knowing the time frame. How long will you be gone? How often will you need childcare? Do some research! If you only need a babysitter occasionally, then have a few people that you trust on file. If your schedule has a specific time that you’ll require childcare consistently, then work that out with a nanny or nursery school program.
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3. Your normal routine: Figuring out what kind of job schedule you and your partner have is key. Some jobs have flexible hours, whereas others do not. Work out your hours with your employer and your partner, so that one of you can always be with your kids. Establish some kind of routine that is consistent. Some people opt for working from home in an effort to reduce how much childcare is needed.
Tell us how you picked your best childcare option in the comments below!
