I just had my furst settling session with a childminder snd she had Cocomelon turned on. She said she has solar panels so that TV stays on the whole time. obviously I asked her to turn it off but I am sure she will keep it on when i am not there. I am surprised that this is acceptable? How would you handle this
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I wouldn’t take my child there at all. Especially cocomelon, literally the world’s most dangerous show for children. If she’s not going to respect your wishes or get educated on why it’s not ok, then she’s not someone to trust with your child IMO.

Yeah unfortunately I wouldnt take my daughter there

I would find another childminder because I’d find her judgement questionable.
I met with a childminder a few months ago and she had a huge TV in a dedicated playroom with very few toys and acted like that was normal. I passed on her because just like what you’re saying, I knew even if I said please don’t give my child screen time, the chances are the TV is going to be put on anyway. Maybe not all day though, and the fact she said that to you kind of tells you she’s an idiot because having cocomelon or any kids show on all day would burn a hole in a adults brain, nevermind a young child.

Yeah another child minder sounds like a good option. Sounds like the TV will be minding the children. Cocomelon is like kiddy crack.