I now have 2 daughters who are looked after by Barbara, one is 4 (nearly 5) and the other 10 months old. She has been our childminder for over 4 years now and from day one Charlotte has loved her.

Over the last 4 years Barbara has been extremely accommodating with the days and times of care for our two children. With our work patterns my husband and I dont have normal 9-5 hours and Barbara has been very helpful in working with us on this.
I have also taken maternity leave during this time and again Barbara was very helpful in working around this in order to still look after Charlotte at times. Since Isabella was born I have felt extremely comfortable in leaving her with Barbara from a very early age. And there was no question on where she was going to go when I went back to work. She has also been great in working around Charlottes nursery, and soon to be school runs.

Barbara regularly takes the children to playgroups, parks, music clubs etc. The list is endless! Plus there are many activities she does at home too. I am constantly being brought home paintings, drawings, arts & craft projects, and being told about stories and games that have been played in the house and garden.

Both girls are very happy and I now regard Barbara as much more than just a childminder, she is a true friend. We have been lucky finding Barbara and it helps me, as mum, to relax when i am at work, knowing my little girls are in good hands.