Childcare course??

I have put this question in a few forums as I wasn't really sure where I should put it....so apologies if you have read it a few times.


I have just got a new helper (almost 2 months) and we are happy with how she is doing in general although we are finding it hard with the kids. I am a stay at home mum and predominantly do all the childcare. Although there are obviously times where I am out with one and she needs to be with the other child. What I am finding hard is that she seems to have no raport with the kids and is struggling to foster any type of relationship with them. I know this will take time but I don't think it will ever be achieved by just giving it time!


The lack of relationship makes it really difficult in the house as there is a lot of tension whenever she tries to do anything for the kids. I don't really think she is a 'natural' with children (which I have found very surprising as most Filipino's I have met are extremely maternal). I would love to try and help this situation by sending her to a course to give her some confidence with kids. I believe there is one in Deepwater Bay that is run for helpers? Does anyone know the name or number for this?


Or are there any other suggestions about what I can do to help improve the situation. I definately don't want to replace my helper but do need to come up with some way to improve the situation.


Thanks

I think the course you are talking about is the 'Superhelper' course, this doesn't cover childcare at all, as far as I know. Do you have any friends with children/helpers? You could arrange for some playdates, but really so your helper can hang out with more child-friendly helpers. Sorry - can't help more - my helper isn't great with playing with the kiddies either, I think it takes practice.