ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kate and Carrie sit down with Prerna Richards from Together We Grow to chat about the power of coaching in early childhood education. Prerna shares why coaching helps staff and directors manage stress, boost retention, and find joy in their work. They swap stories about “monkeys” (those pesky distractions!), deep breathing, and recognizing personal triggers.  You’...

Send us Fan Mail Every childcare center has a set of minimum standards. In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie discuss these standards and everything that has to do with them. What to do when they change, best practices, and how to adapt to the changes. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing...

Send us Fan Mail One of Carrie and Kate's favorite subjects to discuss with their childcare directors. What are some solutions for parents who might be unable to afford childcare? Or if a center can't afford a service they need? This week's podcast discusses the importance of bartering service, how to go about it, and how to do it above board.  Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to bring an author to your program? How can both you and the author benefit? Kate and Carrie have a fun conversation about authors coming to visit and using their expertise as child book authors will help you benefit from them coming to your center. Stay until the end of the video to learn how to great some FREE stuff! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more?...

Send us Fan Mail Austin Texas was just hit with freezing temperatures and a lot of people weren't ready for it. Did you have trees break from ice or have had things flooded? Carrie and Kate are ready to make sure that you are all prepared for your center and financially.  Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success R...

Send us Fan Mail February can be a challenging month for some people. Kate and Carrie focus their conversation today on those who have broken up with you at their center. How do you handle it emotionally when a family leaves out of the blue? Listen to this week's episode to learn more! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaran...

Send us Fan Mail This week Carrie and Kate welcome special guest Jane to the conversation! She is from Tampa and is the author of a children's book. Listen to them talk about her new book, and how they met each other.  Find her books at GeanneMeta.com Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing You...

Send us Fan Mail Now is the time to talk about Summer! We know it seems strange talking about summer this early, but parents start signing their kids up for their summer programs by March. Planning is the most important thing to do to have a successful summer program, and Kate and Carrie are here to help you! Need help with your summer goals? Check out our Goal Setting episode! Thanks for Listenin...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie welcome special guest Karly Cummins! They discuss the importance of hands-on activities for the kids in your center. They believe the best way to do this is by implementing more STEM. Listen for more tips and ways to do this for your center! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got...

Send us Fan Mail Now is the time to get the most out of your training hours as a director and for your staff! In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie discuss different safety trainings that can benefit your program in many ways.  They also help you to market these certifications to bring more people to your center. Episode notes: Carseat tech link (https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/global-sear...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, you’ll join Kate, Carrie, and their inspiring guest Re'Shaun Webb—an early childhood educator who brought a mini H-E-B grocery store to life for her preschoolers in San Antonio. 🛒✨ Re'Shaun shares how her immersive, play-based setup helps kids learn real-world skills (and have a blast!). F rom curbside pickup to TikTok fame and even a tiny Walmart riva...

Send us Fan Mail How did Carrie and Kate get to where they are now? From cousins to business owners, to mothers, to starting a business together. In the last 21 years, they have learned a lot and have shared lots through this podcast, their course, book, and blog. In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie share their story with all of you! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out o...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to 2023! Kate and Carrie are here to get you and your childcare center ready for the new year. They discuss goal setting, future planning, and how to choose the word of the year for you! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖 Join our Facebook...

Send us Fan Mail Carrie and Kate have been doing a photoshoot subscription program for 6 months and met Dr. April Willis there. In today's episode, they all discuss branding, and social media, and continue their discussion of all things marketing. Check out these past episodes to learn more about their marketing strategies: Episode 130: As Easy as 123 Episode 120: What's in a Name? Episo...

Send us Fan Mail What is as easy as 123? The colors on your logo! Why is it as easy as 123? Listen to Kate and Carrie discuss the importance of a logo, the colors you choose, and how to make your logo stand out the most! In next week's episode, they go more in depth on marketing strategies with a guest speaker! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhe...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Carrie and Kate discuss the importance of getting and responding to reviews. Reviews can help others find your center and see what you need to work on as a business. Learn different tips and tricks and share if you learn anything this week! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed...

Send us Fan Mail Are you chasing something because it's shiny or did you find your squirrel to chase?  Join Kate and Carrie in this week's episode as they discuss something they have to fight on a daily bases.  They will discuss what Shiny Object Syndrome is and how to identify and fight it!  Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got...

Send us Fan Mail Kate and Carrie recorded this episode the day before the elections for all of you. They got inspired to discuss the importance of advocacy in your center. Take a listen and share if you learn anything in this week's episode! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcar...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kate and Carrie go more into depth from last week's episode and discuss the best ways to keep your staff and how to prevent poaching from other centers. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖 Join our Facebook Group for Childcare...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kate and Carrie discuss the best ways to keep and appreciate your staff. They want to make sure that you can keep your staff and avoid other centers from poaching. Come back next week for part 2! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Carrie and Kate talk about kids with special needs and how to have a welcoming clinic. Learn about tips, resources, additional information, and how to observe young kids. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖 Join our Fac...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie dive deep into Observations. How do we use observations? How can you, as a director, use observations for your childcare center? Additionally, you'll learn why observations from an outside source can be good for your center. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaran...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Kate and Carrie discuss the importance of promoting diversity in your childcare center. They also identify the difference between promoting diversity and Cultural appropriation in your center. Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖 Jo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Carrie and Kate discuss animals, pets, and service animals in your program! Something that not all directors have experience with but that can be beneficial to your program and the children! Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center&q...

Send us Fan Mail Time for a REBRAND 🤩. Our content is all the same, same Kate, same Carrie, and the same information being shared with y'all! In this week's episode, Kate and Carrie discuss what's in a name and how it makes you who you are.  Thanks for Listening 🎧 Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Yo...