Church daycare for infants near me: Top 10 Christian Day Care Centers Near Me | Compare Prices

Top 10 Christian Day Care Centers Near Me | Compare Prices

Recent reviews for local christian day care

Mrs. Cynthia’s Daycare

As a first time mom, I knew it would be one of the hardest things leaving my son to go back to work after maternity leave. It was my number one priority to find someone trustworthy, loving, caring, and knowledgeable to take care of him. Cynthia encompasses all of those things and so much more! Itwas evident from the moment we met her how much she truly loves what she does and goes above and beyond to provide the best childcare. She has loved our little boy like he is her own. She eased my worries from day one and has taken such amazing care of him. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare!…

– Lindsay T

Cathedral of Love Christian Preschool & Academy

Best decision I’ve ever made for my Kindergartner we love sister tyehsia and sister Patricia

– Burgess

Wiggles ‘n Giggles Home Childcare

I have known Kelly since 2002 and worked as her daycare assistant twice. Kelly has an amazing set up for her in-home daycare where kids flourish by her teaching. It’s not just babysitting!! When I was employed there we taught preschool doing the daily weather, days of the week, reading, song timeand many other activities that engaged children in learning to prepare them for Kindergarten and the rest of their life. We also prepared curriculum and taught the kids their letters, numbers, colors etc.
Since leaving her facility and becoming a stay-at-home Mom, I’ve personally toured several in-home daycares and none compare to hers. She’s amazing!…

– Kimberly S

Open Vessel Family Child Care

From the initial conversation with Ms. Elise, I was put at ease. She answered all of the questions I had and I was so elated to hear that she offers a vegan option for my son. She utilizes two curriculms for the children to learn from. I am excited for my son to start learning at the Open VesselFamily Child Care Center!…

– Sherah I

Living Well Christian Child Care

My daughter started here when she was about 6 months old. The daycare I had her in previously was not working for us – she would come home clearly unhappy. There was a drastic change in her mood after starting her at Living Well – she was SO much happier. She is now 18 months old and has a smile onher face every morning when we walk in and every afternoon when I pick her up. The staff is wonderful and easy to communicate with. We are so grateful to have found them – as a parent it is so important to have peace of mind when leaving your child is someone else’s care, and we have certainly found that at Living Well. Thank you so much to the teachers and staff for everything you do!…

– Megan

Christian day care near me

Description:

It’s a wonderful day for all of you. My name is Charmayne, and I am a childcare professional and the owner of Charmayne’s Christian Care. I have a 4-star rated North Carolina state-issued license to operate anIn-home daycare for 8 children. I have playground safety, ITS-SIDS, CPR, and First Aid trained and certified and I complete 12 states required clinical child development training hours per year.
As a family child care provider, I used the creative curriculum where I have planned activities for the children from the moment they arrive to the moment they are dismissed. At Charmayne’s Christian Care, we focus on early child development skills, also we offer lots of activities and materials, such as puzzles, building blocks, connectors, painting and art, lots of supplies available for the children to explore all day long. We also take learning through play outdoors, in our large outdoor, fenced yard which includes, lots of other outdoor toys….

Description:

I am a Daycare Provider with over 20 years experience. I provide care in a safe, loving and nurturing home. Your child will receive plenty of one on one time with me. I have a NON-SMOKING HOME and NO PETS. I’mlocated off of Virginia Beach Blvd in TOWN CENTER I have Criminal Background clearance and I am CPR and First Aid Certification. I have a medical and dental background. EARLY MILITARY DROP OFF AND EARLY PICK UP!!
Your child will be loved here!
What I love about children:
-Love listening to them laugh
-Watching their creativity during craft time
-Praising them when they sing their hearts out
-Cheering them on when they dance
-Teaching them the love of Jesus
-Consoling them when they cry
Hours: 5:30AM TO 4:00PM
Ages:Infants – 3 years old – Appointments Only
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch and Healthy snacks
Reasonable Tuition
Preschool and Kindergarten Curriculum
Field trips – Outside Play
Potty Training
Lots of Love, Hugs, and Kisses
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
My Philosophy:
I believe all children are precious and a gift from God. They deserve to be loved, cared for, and taught morals and values that will benefit them in their future. Children need to be nurtured and should be taught the basic fundamentals of everyday living. They should feel safe in their environment and feel free to express themselves. I believe in teaching academics from the beginning of life. I strive to teach each child to be a student of excellence. Every child should be praised for good behavior and encouraged to do their best. We build each other up through teamwork and cheering each other on. Children learn by music, color, dance, arts and crafts and most important by example….

Recent Review:

As a first time mom, I knew it would be one of the hardest things leaving my son to go back to work after maternity leave. It was my number one priority to find someone trustworthy, loving, caring, andknowledgeable to take care of him. Cynthia encompasses all of those things and so much more! It was evident from the moment we met her how much she truly loves what she does and goes above and beyond to provide the best childcare. She has loved our little boy like he is her own. She eased my worries from day one and has taken such amazing care of him. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for childcare!…

Reviewed by Lindsay T

Description:

***We are a licensed home based daycare**
The 1-on-1 Learning Group is a Christian Based organization that believes in catering to the needs of the child. It is this group’s mission to foster an excitement forlearning and develop a personal confidence in each child towards their own abilities and goals.
The 1-on-1 Learning Group believes in the importance of giving children the personal attention they need to develop academically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Our small group sizes limit the level of intimidation that can sometimes occur in large groups and social environments. We believe in small “family style” classrooms with tiered responsibilities and various social interactions.
*Serving ages 2 and older*…

Description:

Cathedral of Love Christian Academy is dedicated to providing an atmosphere of love and concern for every child regardless of race, creed or color. It is our goal to make available to the entire community anexcellent academic and spiritual program through a traditional Christian Education Program. Our teachers and staff are committed to excellence and believe that a good Christian Education is of eternal value to our children. Our A Beka Book curriculum is proven to educate children to succeed on higher levels. We believe “Educating God’s children is the key to a lifetime of success”….

Recent Review:

Best decision I’ve ever made for my Kindergartner we love sister tyehsia and sister Patricia

Reviewed by Burgess

Description:

Precious Feet Christian Daycare & Academy is a “step in the right direction where children learn, play, and grow.” We offer childcare services for children ages 2 1/2 and up. Our convenient hours ofoperation include Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Transportation is available for certain areas….

Description:

I am a licensed daycare provider with 24 years of experience. I am CPR, First Aid certified and offer USDA balanced meals. I also offer a Christian loving, nurturing, happy and safe environment. I care fornewborns- 4 years old. AFFORDABLE RATES. SIBLING DISCOUNT . FREE daycare to BREAST CANCER patients while they attend doctor appointments or chemo….

Description:

Debra Bonventre -Miss Debbie’s Day Care
New York State Licensed Child Care Provider.
Member Child Care Council of Suffolk County.
OCFS Fingerprinted and Background Checked
CPR and First Aid certified.
Over 240hours of completed Child Care Training (with ongoing training).
Miss Debbie’s Day Care is insured with:
A separate area in my home for Child Care.
An outdoor fenced in play areas with slides and rides.
Former Preschool Teachers Assistant.
I have been providing Child Care in my home for 16 years. I have well over 30 years experience in child care.
I have held many volunteer positions with children, Scouts, Church and PTA.
Excellent references are available.
In Miss Debbie’s Day Care we do a lot of reading, learning and having fun! We do a letter of the week, calendar, weather, pledge and we exercise, dance and sing. We do learning crafts. We also do many activities like play doh, building blocks, puppet theater, puzzles, dress up and more. All to enhance imagination and to help children to learn problem solving.
At Miss Debbie’s we are a family. Children will learn to respect, encourage and enjoy their new friends.
It is safe, clean and age appropriate, smoke free.
Part-time or full-time with very reasonable rates for ages 2 to 5 years….

Description:

I am a Christian family child care home located in East Tulsa. I have over 30+ years experience in working with preschoolers both in the childcare field and children’s ministry. I have 10 children, with allbut 1 grown and out on their own. I also have 7 grandchildren. I have a CDA Credential (Child Development Associate’s Credential), a Bronze Oklahoma Director’s Credential and extensive classroom training hours. I believe a child’s play is his/her learning. During the summer months we do art and a lot of free play activities. In the fall we start a preschool program where we learn our ABC’s, colors, shapes, numbers and other preschool skills.
I am looking for 2 children between the ages of 2-3 years old to fill FULL-TIME permanent positions. (sorry the category was 7 mos-4 years, but I only take 2 -3 yrs. I charge $170 a week which includes breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. My hours are 7:15a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. I am DHS licensed, however I do not take DHS subsidy or tribal subsidy. I am licensed as a Large Daycare Home for 12 children but currently enrolling only up to 7.
I am looking for dependable and involved parents to share the adventures of teaching and nurturing your child. I would love to meet your and your child! Please contact me for an interview! Thank you!…

Recent Review:

I have known Kelly since 2002 and worked as her daycare assistant twice. Kelly has an amazing set up for her in-home daycare where kids flourish by her teaching. It’s not just babysitting!! When I was employedthere we taught preschool doing the daily weather, days of the week, reading, song time and many other activities that engaged children in learning to prepare them for Kindergarten and the rest of their life. We also prepared curriculum and taught the kids their letters, numbers, colors etc.
Since leaving her facility and becoming a stay-at-home Mom, I’ve personally toured several in-home daycares and none compare to hers. She’s amazing!…

Reviewed by Kimberly S

K For Kids Daycare

25882 Triton Court, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Starting at $300/wk

Description:

I am currently full!
Please note that I am an INFANTS ONLY provider and I only take full time children under the age of 2.
Hi! I’ve been a licensed daycare provider for over 33 years in Mission Viejo. Ispecialize in infant/toddler care and I offer a warm, Christian, home-like environment. I have a large play area and when the weather allows, take the kids to the park down the street. I have lots of experience with multiples, children with autism and I have cared for a child with Down syndrome. I offer a healthy lunch and snacks. My rates are competitive, based on my extensive experience. I’d love to talk to you more about your child!
I am currently only accepting full time infants.
I have a clean environment and I do not use any toxic chemicals. Due to the covid pandemic all interviews are done after work hours and masks must be worn by potential new clients. No siblings may attend the interview….

Description:

I’m Ms. Vickie, I have an in-home childcare licensed by the state. My home gets unannounced visits from the state (always in my guidelines). I provide comfort, love, education and so much more. I have an opendoor policy, you will find your child happy and most of the time not ready to go. I go beyond childcare, you become a part of my family. This home is licensed with the “Department of Family and Protective Services.”…

Description:

Hi, I have a Licensed Home Daycare. I have been in business for 20 years. My home is a Christian Home with a very loving and caring environment. I have 2 spots available. I am CPR/1st Aid certified. The Statedoes their standard background check on me randomly. My hours are 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. I have lots of references available. We celebrate birthdays and have holiday parties. We do lots of crafts, puzzles, books, shapes, numbers, etc. My home is a non-smoking home with no pets. I offer breakfast, lunch and a snack. My rates are: Infants – $185.00 week, 1-5 years old – $175.00 week.
I love spending time with children and helping them grow and learn! I have two daughters of my own – one is 28 and the other is 24 years old and the kiddos just love them. Thanks so much!…

Description:

Hi, my name is Tammy, and I am a home child care/babysitter. I offer a safe, loving, friendly, homelike environment for the children to play and grow in. Besides over 30 years of taking care of children, I alsohave three of my own. I help teach children basic concepts such as colors, shapes, letters, numbers, songs, animals, etc. I care for infants on up to young teenage. I have my degree in teacher’s aide, I took early child development in college, and I have volunteered at a local church babysitting. The children have plenty of time for physical activity, quiet time (including daily story time), individual activities, dress up, meals, snacks, and free time. I have a fenced in backyard with a swing set/playhouse for the children to burn off extra energy. I have central air. I supply a snack. I will give your child the best care possible. I enjoy taking pictures through out the day and sending them to parents. I have an open-door policy and encourage parents to stop by unannounced. You can always text me at 401-935-7503 with any questions….

Description:

Ridge City provides care for children 6 weeks through PreK. Our qualified, loving, and dedicated team is ready to serve your children in a safe and nurturing environment. We utilize, ABEKA, a Bible-basedcurriculum that will lead your child to a relationship with Jesus Christ and prepare them for kindergarten.
Classroom size for our youngest children (6weeks to walking) is limited to 8 children. Once your child is walking, our classrooms do not exceed 12 children. This allows us to keep our groupings small.
Ridge City Preschool and Daycare is a ministry. We would love to meet your family! Call or email us to schedule tour today!…

Description:

We are a reliable Licensed Family Child Care. We have been in business since 2004. We are a Christian Base Child Care. Our ages range from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We use two learning curriculum, the A Beka andMother Goose Program. The child wear uniforms. We attend monthly (learning) field trips. We provide hot meals. We also have monthly specials. We are located near three Metro Stations in Capitol Heights and near the Beltway. Lastly, we provide a warm, loving and safe environment for all the children enrolled in Open Vessel Family Child Care….

Recent Review:

From the initial conversation with Ms. Elise, I was put at ease. She answered all of the questions I had and I was so elated to hear that she offers a vegan option for my son. She utilizes two curriculms forthe children to learn from. I am excited for my son to start learning at the Open Vessel Family Child Care Center!…

Reviewed by Sherah I

Description:

Hello parents and guardians, we are a well established family daycare center in Bowie, Md. Our goal as a Christian family child care is to provide a loving and enriching family like environment. While at thesame time meeting your child’s social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and physical needs. We partner with you, and help you raise children with character.
Please note that our hours of operation are 8-6pm….

Description:

Nature and Play based Program for children 3-5 yrs. 9-1 pm M-F. Join us Today!
Art, Yoga and Outdoor Forest and Garden Play! Healthy and Happy God loving Kids! Laugh, Play and Make New Friends at Eco KidzToday! Where the HEART lights the way! Building character and an Angel light with our Around The World Adventures! New classroom for Kindergarten M-F 1:15-4:15 pm. Enrolling now for Fall 2022/23…

Description:

We are a 5days a week full-time day care with over fifteen years experience providing top quality child care for your sons or daughters. We provide a positive and safe learning environment that offers a funand stimulating place for your child to learn to grow socially and fundamentally.
CPR Certified
Indoor and outdoor daily activities
Educational activities offered on-sit
All meals and snacks provided
4 C’s accepted
Ages 6 weeks to 3 years
Before and after school programs offered
We offer flexible pay plans to meet your needs.
Our hours of operation are Mon-Fri
Morning shift start at 6:00am-4:00pm
Afternoon shift start at 2:30pm – 11:30pm…

Description:

Your Child’s World Learning Center, Inc. is a family participation center. We believe in the premise that a child greatly benefits from receiving love and support from the whole community. On a daily basis,your child will receive love, encouragement, positive guidance, enrichment activities, nutritional meals, and if necessary, support services from early intervention organizations.Your Child’s World Learning Center, Inc. provides an environment that will help facilitate learning in a fun, exciting, and positive manner. We are interested growing our children into mentally, physically, cognitively, and socially healthy individuals. We are continually providing new and exciting programs, materials, and educational possibilities. All toys, materials, etc. will be geared to the child’s developmental level. Your Child’s World Learning Center is an equal opportunity care provider….

Description:

Living Well Private Christian daycare is NOW ENROLLING. We have been in operation since August 25th of 2016 and are looking forward to another great year!
Providing secure childcare for families in theBrandon/Valrico/River-View and Fish Hawk areas. Our program is a private Christian daycare that will include two snacks and catered lunch twice a week, Christian curriculum, fenced-in yard and lots of TLC. Mrs. Theresa has her Bachelor’s in early childhood education and has hired highly qualified and certified teachers waiting to care for your child. Zumbini classes are offered within the curriculum. Educational and motivational tools that encourage learning. Easy access, in and out driveway to the property. Monitoring systems for extra care. We are currently providing a walk thorough our daycare and are currently enrolling all ages….

Recent Review:

My daughter started here when she was about 6 months old. The daycare I had her in previously was not working for us – she would come home clearly unhappy. There was a drastic change in her mood after startingher at Living Well – she was SO much happier. She is now 18 months old and has a smile on her face every morning when we walk in and every afternoon when I pick her up. The staff is wonderful and easy to communicate with. We are so grateful to have found them – as a parent it is so important to have peace of mind when leaving your child is someone else’s care, and we have certainly found that at Living Well. Thank you so much to the teachers and staff for everything you do!…

Reviewed by Megan

Description:

I run a personal In Home Day Care out of my home. I have a small tri-level home with three play areas. I have a nice eating space, a big backyard, and lots of toys, games, and arts and crafts. I have been an InHome Day Care provider for 10 years. I had my own daughter who is now 11 in an In Home Day Care. I loved that she was on her own schedule and that I had plenty of say in how she was taken care of. I want to provide this same thoughtfulness to the children I care for and their parents.
I strongly believe that all children are special and need consistent love and care. I will provide a consistent schedule for your child/children. If you like, I love to write down what we do each day. Together with you, the parents, I am passionate about providing the best care for your child/children….

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Woodmont Christian Preschool

The 2023-24 School Year application can be found on the Admissions Tab, starting October 1, 2022. 

Tuition Schedule 

2022-2023

Parent Handbook

WELCOME

Dear WCPS Parents and Prospective Parents,

Welcome to the WCPS website. We are very proud of our program and its long history of supporting children to become life-long learners.

WCPS follows accreditation requirements of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and holds a 3 Star Rating with the state of Tennessee. Our loving and devoted staff work diligently to envelop our children in a loving Christian atmosphere while providing each child a developmentally appropriate early learning experience. We are blessed to spend our days nurturing a love of learning –  intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, creatively and spiritually. 

Our inspiration is rooted in our belief that children are competent learners, that teachers are companions on the learning journey and the environment is an important prompt through which teachers, parents and the community engage children in the joy of exploration and experiences.

Our children are always encouraged to try new things, think out of the box, succeed, fail, regroup and try again. When we applaud the process, respect the effort and value the work as accomplishment, we teach children the importance of trial and effort. At the same time, we provide emotional support through applause, encouragement and modeling healthy relationships. Quality early childhood education is a well-tuned balance of challenging and lovingly supporting children.

Please visit the various pages herein to learn more about our program, our goals and mission, and how your child can benefit from our nurturing approach to learning.

Yours Truly,

Martha Brothers Duff, Director

Purpose & Philosophy

 Woodmont Christian Preschool (WCPS) operates as an outreach of Woodmont Christian Church (WCC).  WCPS seeks to reach and minister to the children and families in the community by offering a high quality weekday preschool program.  WCC strives to strengthen the lives of the preschool families by providing opportunities for involvement through the family, children and women’s ministries.

The foundation of Woodmont Christian Preschool’s educational philosophy is the development of the whole child. The intellectual, social/emotional, creative, physical and spiritual growths of the child are all of equal importance.

WCPS provides developmentally appropriate preschool experiences designed to help each child develop:

·  Intellectually by encouraging an enthusiasm for learning through exploration and hands-on experiences.

·  Social/ Emotionally by encouraging participation in group activities, getting along with others and developing a feeling of security and belonging.

· Creatively by encouraging children’s imagination and supporting expression of their thoughts and ideas.   

· Physically by encouraging experiences that develop large and small muscle coordination and motor skills.

·  Spiritually by providing a chapel experience and by integrating a biblical worldview throughout the curriculum and learning environment. Christ-centered character qualities are modeled through the love of our staff and the responses given to the children in our care. Bible stories, songs, and prayer give children an awareness of God’s love for them.

Each child is a unique gift from God and is encouraged to progress at his or her own rate. The nurturing atmosphere provides a backdrop that allows children to feel confident as they experiment, make mistakes and discover their abilities. The stimulating, child centered setting offers a safe and developmentally appropriate environment where children can learn self-discipline and have the opportunity to make good choices.  Experienced and devoted teachers create challenging opportunities for children, inspiring them to love learning.

Statement of Faith

The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) advocates freedom and respects diversity.   Over the years, Woodmont has served as a “bridge church” or a common ground for people and families with diverse denominational backgrounds.  At Woodmont Christian Church, we worship God as revealed through Jesus Christ in an atmosphere of joy and reverence. Just as our spire reaches toward heaven, we aspire to reach toward God. Finding unity within our diversity and guided by the Holy Spirit, we seek to serve with excellence, both as a Church and as individuals, through compassionate ministries to people in need, providing opportunities for spiritual growth, careful stewardship of all our gifts and of God’s creation and bringing others to Christ by sharing the Gospel of faith, hope and love in our words and actions.

WCPS is a Christian preschool, believing in the truth and relevance of the Bible. We are all created in God’s image and WCPS accepts all persons.  We are  called to love all and WCPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of educational policies, admissions policies or behavioral policies.  

Love your neighbor as yourself. No other commandment is greater than these. Mark 12:31

Woodmont Christian Church provides an opportunity for the 3, 4 and 5 year-old children of Woodmont Christian Preschool to attend a chapel service in the church sanctuary. The weekly fifteen-minute chapel service is led by a Woodmont Christian Church staff member. The chapel experience is designed to encourage spiritual development by offering an age appropriate opportunity for children to grow spiritually. Teachers accompany the children during the chapel service in the sanctuary. Parents are welcome to attend the service with their children.

Orthodox kindergarten for 150 children will open in Nizhny Novgorod on August 11, 2021

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The new Orthodox kindergarten will be the second in Nizhny Novgorod

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An Orthodox kindergarten in the name of St. Seraphim of Sarov opens in the Moskovsky district of Nizhny Novgorod, on Shalyapin Street, with the blessing of Metropolitan Georgy of Nizhny Novgorod and Arzamas, with the support of the government of the Nizhny Novgorod region and the Ministry of Education of the region as part of the Demography national project.

Furniture, toys, interactive whiteboards and other equipment for classes – everything is ready to receive children. The playrooms and bedrooms have underfloor heating. Moreover, in the kindergarten they say that if one of the children does not want to sleep, he can play quietly – there will be no coercion.

Walking areas with bright equipment – rubber coating. Landscaping work is currently being completed.

The kindergarten paid special attention to safety. Surveillance cameras are installed, there are locks on the windows that can only be opened with a key, there is a fire alarm, a smoke removal system.

– We are overwhelmed with joy from the forthcoming opening of the kindergarten, – shared today, August 11, director of the institution Irina Lapshina. – We hold meetings with parents and children, we see the enthusiastic eyes of the children.

Irina Lapshina explained that children are accepted from the citywide queue, but a conversation is held with parents: is their decision to bring the child to an Orthodox kindergarten mutual, do they understand which kindergarten their child will start going to.

The new kindergarten will accept 150 children aged one and a half years. The main general education program “From Birth to School”, which meets all the requirements of the federal state educational standard, will be supplemented by an Orthodox component. Each group has an Orthodox corner with children’s books. The children will take part in productions for Christmas, Easter, the Day of the Myrrh-Bearing Women and other Orthodox holidays. A large hall is equipped for events in the kindergarten.

“From the age of one and a half, children will be involved in the atmosphere of the Orthodox calendar,” explained Archpriest Evgeny Khudin, head of the department of education and catechesis of the Nizhny Novgorod diocese.

The kindergarten will have a confessor appointed by the ruling bishop.

– The main thing for us is to bring up children in love, warmth, kindness, in Orthodox traditions,” Irina Lapshina emphasized.

Groups are being formed now. There are still free places. August 14 is the official opening, and next Monday the kindergarten will receive the first pupils. Groups will be filled gradually so that the children get used to it, and the teachers can give each of them maximum attention.

The new Orthodox kindergarten will be the second one in Nizhny Novgorod. Earlier, Orthodox kindergartens named after St. Sergius of Radonezh in Arzamas, named after St. Seraphim of Sarov in the Resurrection Deanery, and a kindergarten “Peresvet” on Bor were opened. There are no empty seats. According to Archpriest Yevgeny Khudin, Orthodox kindergartens are in great demand.

Earlier, Pravda-nn.ru reported that a new kindergarten for 320 children was being built in the Prioksky district of Nizhny Novgorod.

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90,000 Bear was born with Down syndrome. Mom left, but dad stayed

Yevgeny Anisimov could not leave his son. When I heard the diagnosis at the maternity hospital, life turned upside down, but a single father from Volgograd does not consider himself a victim. He talks about his life with his son in the blog “YazhPat and the Fighter Mishka”.

“Zhenya, you’re a good guy”

In August 2018, right after Misha’s birth, in the kitchen of a rented Moscow apartment, Evgenia’s father-in-law said:

– Zhenya, of course, you’re a good guy, and Sveta loves you very much, but she loves to educate you such a child is difficult. You play father for two years, then you leave her, and she will get used to the child.

Five days later, after the results of the examination, another conversation took place in the doctor’s office:

– Why are you alone, without a spouse?

– She doesn’t need such a child.

– And you?

– But I need it, – Evgeny said, clenching his teeth.

Black blot on a white canvas

Evgeniy remembers the first meeting with his son: “We chose partner childbirth. I arrived at the maternity hospital, it was already evening, I changed into hospital clothes – a gown, a cap. Went into the room. So spacious, everything is so clean, medical, and bright something ahead. I think they are professionals here, my task is only to support my wife.

Then they ask me to go behind the screen, and then Mishka appears! We came up with a name beforehand. Such a lump of pale pink and such a special squeak. They put him on a diaper, with sharp skillful movements they check the arms, legs, head.

And such a dry phrase: “I have bad news for you, your child has a suspicion of Down’s syndrome.”

That’s right – my heir was born, and this phrase, like black paint blurted out on a white canvas. All some of my thoughts that I wanted to draw, and now this blot, and live with it.

I mentally cling to the word “suspicion”, I think it’s not a syndrome, some kind of nonsense. I remembered a biology textbook and there was a picture – a guy with dripping saliva and a stupid expression in his eyes.

I took Mishka in my arms and for some reason remembered my dad, we gave birth in 2018, and dad left in 2016. I look – well, right dad. Then he left the maternity hospital on wadded legs, August, such a warm day, walked away a little and roared.

Everything was divided

Evgeny remembers the first days after Misha’s birth:

“Messages started from my wife: “I’m not ready for such motherhood”. Then it turns out that the son has pneumonia. He is transferred to another hospital, but his wife is not transferred with him. Her parents arrived, we had two camps in a one-room apartment, while we were waiting for the results of the examination, everything was already divided.

My parents took care of my daughter, and I started visiting my son. Came and looked. Misha is sleeping, he has a needle sticking out of his head.

I served in the army, and there is a package there – it is an indicator that you are loved outside the perimeter, you are remembered, there are people to whom you are dear. And when I came to my son, brought creams, diapers, bodysuits, it reminded me of sending to the army. I wanted my son not to be in the state. I still remember – I bought a special soap, I’ll wash everything, I won’t have time to dry, I dried it at work, and in the evening I went to the hospital.

About a month as a wadded went. I have to go to work – I go, I need to go to Mishka to the hospital – I go. Divorce, I think, is secondary, you need to decide on your son.

I bought tickets for my mother: “Come, I won’t leave my son no matter what your decision is.”

But one does not want to live on a minor theme for a long time. Misha needs my life, we must move on. They told me in the hospital: “You can leave your son for six months until you decide on everything. ” No, I think it’s some kind of garbage, the same orphanage. He will be raised at home.

I left for work on maternity leave, and then Misha and my grandmother returned from Moscow to Volgograd.”

Nobody but us

Zhenya started blogging “YazhPat and the Fighter Mishka”:

“November 26, 2018. First walk with my son. Excitement, pride and joy – these are the three emotions that were my companions that evening. Mikhail behaved with dignity … well, how with dignity? He fell asleep immediately.”

“Every long journey starts with the first step. The search for God is something personal, intimate, and not always quick. August 23, 2019year we baptized Misha. His journey has begun!

“October 8, 2019. When we meet friends on the street for a walk with Mishka, I often hear: “How calm/smiling/curious.” I read labels in these conclusions. Friends, Mishka is different: curious and lazy, inquisitive and active, cheerful and capricious! We adults are all different, and they, children, too.

“July 11, 2020. The best adviser to me is my fighter Mishka! I just have to turn on all my sensitivity, intuition and attentiveness and … follow. Make sure that the fighter, in addition to sleep, walks, food and development, has a childhood. The usual happy childhood. Where there is a yard war with sprinklers, swings, where, if you really want, then cartoons – you can! And also discoveries: that the cat does not eat washing powder, and there is definitely a connection between the timbre of the grandmother’s voice and the sound of the wallpaper coming off.”

“August 2, 2020. There are no impossible tasks, as they say, there are landing troops! And no one but us! It’s funny, both slogans are so close to my beliefs” (from the blog “YazhPat and the fighter Mishka”).

Mom came back and disappeared again

“I thought,” Zhenya continues his story, “that everything on the other side was torn and forgotten. A lot of people began to help me, different organizations. I have always been active in Volgograd.

Blog started. For what? To show that I am not broken, we live and everything is fine with us. When I made the decision, I didn’t know what would happen to my son, but I couldn’t let him into the mainstream of orphanages.

In Moscow I went to Downside Up. I saw a large number of children with Down syndrome there, for me it was life-saving. I saw what kind of sunny children they are, naive big children for life. And they are developing, they are not mentally retarded, that was important.

I thought that I had put an end to my ex-wife. But I was wrong.

When I received a message in Mishkiny for three years: “We need to talk,” I thought: “I wonder what topic?”

We met. The ex-wife says: “I want to restore relations with my son.” I understand that this plot is right for her and necessary for her son.

I take a break, it was stressful for me, such a meeting. But we agreed where to meet. Misha is with me in the room. The former wife of a speech therapist, she prepared, but at that time it was completely out of topic.

Meetings have begun. For two hours in the evening two or three times a week, in four weeks he was relatively used to it. He already went to kindergarten then and perceived her as a teacher.

But on the eve of Misha’s next birthday, she suddenly disappeared. And he hasn’t been in contact for two months. I even thought something happened, but no, he writes on social networks.

I don’t interfere with the relationship between mother and son, but I have resentment for Misha. He still has such an age that he did not have time to become attached. But what is he, a toy? Now I need to work out a strategy in case of a new call.”

Goes his own way

“Mishka is in his fifth year,” says Zhenya. – We are growing, maturing, yes, we are lagging behind, but everything is fine.

I work in the power industry, I spend my evenings and weekends with Mishka. In the morning I take him to the kindergarten, I go to work, back in the evening, he is already with his grandmother – we pick him up in the afternoon. The function of the mother is performed by the grandmother. I have a finger on the pulse about classes, some walks, meetings, regime moments at my grandmother.

I want to confidently say that I accepted Mishkin’s diagnosis and accepted his future, which will be different from others. I understand that unpleasant surprises can await me, but I communicate with him like with an ordinary child.

Just the father of just a child. Ordinary family, it happens.

From the blog “YazhPat and the fighter Mishka”: “August 28, 2020. Two years ago, both Mishka and I stepped into a new world. Alice, how deep is the rabbit hole?

What would I like to say to myself two years ago? I don’t know, maybe I should just shake my hand. He, Eugene, made the right choice from 2018. Although, in fact, he didn’t have a choice.