September 2025

Why Fall Is a Great Time to Tour Daycares — Even If You’re Planning for Next Year

“Are We Starting Too Early?” If you’re starting to think about daycare for your child — even if it’s months away — you’re already on the right track. Many parents in Paramus and surrounding Bergen County towns ask us,“When should I start looking at daycares?” “Is it too early to tour for next year?” The […]

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5 Signs Your Child Is Ready for Daycare — Even If You’re Not Sure

Not Sure If It’s Time? You’re Not Alone. If you’ve been thinking about daycare but still hesitating to take the leap, here’s some reassurance: You’re not the only one feeling uncertain. Many parents in Paramus, Ridgewood, Hackensack, Fair Lawn, and the surrounding Bergen County towns wait until fall to revisit the daycare conversation — and

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Is My Child Too Old to Start Daycare or Preschool? What Paramus Parents Need to Know

Starting Late Doesn’t Mean Falling Behind If your child is 3, 4, or even 5 years old and hasn’t been to daycare or preschool yet, you might be wondering: We hear these questions all the time from local families in Paramus, Fair Lawn, Teaneck, Hackensack, and across Bergen County. And the answer is always the

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When Kids Struggle to Say Goodbye: How We Handle Drop-Off Anxiety at Daycare

You’re Not the Only One With a Tough Morning You’ve packed the bag, prepped the snacks, and even sang your child’s favorite song in the car. But as soon as you walk into daycare, it happens: the tears. The clinging. The heartbreaking “Don’t go!” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Separation anxiety at daycare

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How Daycare Routines Help Kids Thrive After Summer Break

Summer Was Fun. Now Let’s Reset. Summer break brings sunshine, travel, and lots of spontaneous fun — but if you’re like most Paramus-area parents, you’re probably noticing a shift by September. Bedtimes slip later. Screen time creeps up. And your once-consistent routine has turned into “we’ll see what happens today.” This kind of flexibility is

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Is It Too Late to Start Daycare in the Fall? What Paramus Parents Should Know

Missed the Summer Rush? You’re Not Too Late. If you’re wondering whether you missed your chance to enroll your child in daycare this year, here’s some good news: 👉 It’s not too late.👉 Your child isn’t behind.👉 And yes—starting in the fall can actually be a smart move. At Paramus Daycare at Jumpin Jax, we

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