I found Jo's profile on this website when I had an opportunity for some short-term work, but worried I wouldn't be able to find anyone/anyone who would be willing to invest in getting to know our daughter for a relatively short period of time. Jo responded immediately and was really flexible about options for settling in sessions. Immediately on meeting Jo in person I knew she would be a great fit. Jo is that perfect mixture of professional and personable and immediately won my complete trust. Jo used her experience to make sure our daughter settled in incredibly quickly- she is under two so obviously I couldn't explain anything to her but after some tears on the first day she was very happy to spend time with Jo and clearly trusted Jo completely. I didn't think this was possible! Jo planned activities with other Childminders so our daughter got to spend time with other children too which was lovely, and the fact she kept to her routine (better than she does at home!) just goes to show how capable Jo is.

I was so sad on our last day, if we could continue we absolutely would but my contract has ended and also we are moving house. I very much hope though that it isn't a goodbye forever and our daughter will get to somehow spend more time with Jo in the future.

Don't hesitate to contact Jo, it was a real privelege to know our daughter was both safe and happy in her care.

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