Child Care Provider Day
May 9, Friday
- daycare providers
- nannies
- nursery and child center workers
- foster parents and governesses
The holiday is celebrated annually on the Friday before Mother's Day.
Purpose of the holiday
This day was created to emphasize the importance and significance of the work done by those who ensure the care, development, and safety of young children, especially during times when parents are working or cannot be present.
How is Child Care Provider Day celebrated?
There are many ways to show appreciation to those who care for children:
- Give a card made by the child
- Bring a small gift — sweets, flowers, a keepsake
- Write a thank-you letter on behalf of the family
- Organize a small party or tea in the childcare facility
- Share a story about a favorite caregiver on social media with warm words
History of the holiday
The idea for the holiday originated in the U.S. in the early 1990s when parents and child protection organizations began to advocate more actively for better respect and working conditions for nannies and caregivers. Since then, it has become a nationally recognized day of gratitude.
Why is this important?
Child care providers play a crucial role in the early development of children. They do more than supervise; they teach, nurture, comfort, and support. This holiday is an opportunity to remind everyone that their work deserves respect, appreciation, and recognition, just like that of teachers and medical professionals.