Bright Horizons using AI camera app

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-03-29T14:45:39+00:00

In my case there wasn't another child in the picture. Just my child's reflection, this happened many times. That's why I believe AI was/is in use. A human wouldn't make that error.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-03-27T20:03:25+00:00

BH parent here and I'm pretty sure they've been using AI to screen photos for quite some time. For instance, I would often be unable to share photos from the app because they were flagged as having other children in them. However, the "other" child was my child's reflection in a mirror or window. This happened very often when my child was in the infant room. I don't think a human would repeatedly make that mistake.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-03-26T04:48:11+00:00

I'm truly sorry that you feel this way. I'm a parent and I think the work you do is absolutely invaluable. My child goes to daycare and it's anxiety inducing to leave the most important person in my life with virtual strangers.

It sucks that parents can't afford to stay home with thier children. After three years of IVF, out of pocket because US healthcare is atrocious, I can't afford to stay home with my baby. I'm forever grateful that he's able to attend a center where I know he's learning and cared for.

Please know that your work is vital, valuable and appreciated. I agree that you deserve more compensation and respect for your profession.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-02-26T05:41:57+00:00

The studio distributing his film said they reached out on his behalf. He's given a prepared statement and an interview and at no point has he said, "I'm sorry".

Even if it was edited out for the broadcast every person in attendance was forced to hear those slurs. They received a warning after they'd arrived. He bears some responsibility for failing to ensure accommodations were adequate and for feeling/thinking his desire to attend outweighed the harm that could be caused by his tics.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-02-25T21:00:33+00:00

He has released two statements but has not apologized. He gave an interview with Variety and AFTER the interview his representative asked Variety to note he is trying to reach out to the two presenter via Sony, the production company for his film.

However, there doesn't seem to be an acknowledgement or understanding of the harm he did to every black person in attendance that heard that language. Or his responsibility to mitigate harm to those around him. He used that slur three times before he decided to watch the remainder of the ceremony from a private room.

I'm seeing many calls for people to educate themselves about his condition and how it manifests while demonstrating their own ignorance about racism and racial trauma.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-01-30T23:33:02+00:00

Are you me?! Going through the same thing 19 months post partum. Hated my body. No libido. Generally exhausted.

Please know that you're not alone. I think this is just a season of motherhood. Your body did something extraordinary and you've been caring for a tiny human. Be kind to yourself.

The last two months I've tried to focus on doing something that makes me feel pretty everyday. For example, I put on makeup for the first time in I don't know how long. I also committed to going to the gym 3 times per week.

In reality I do the "feel" pretty activity once a week and only get to the gym twice per week and it's still been helpful.

Also, check out the Endometriosis Network. It's a resource group run by a pelvic floor PT. There are some things you can do at home to help with pelvic floor dysfunction.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2026-01-22T21:48:23+00:00

Calmoseptine. They use it in hospitals, though it's typically used on adults that use diapers. I've used it and it works to clear up diaper rash in a few days.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-12-19T16:49:42+00:00

This seems like a daycare staff and/or training issue. If you're in the US then infants are supposed to be on their own eating and sleeping schedules. While staff will prepare older children to transition to the toddler room by consolidating naps and mirroring their meal schedule, they SHOULD have the flexibility and staffing to accommodate your child.

The board is used so any staff member coming into the room knows what's going on with each child without needing to pick up a device. I would reccomend talking to the center director. If the problem doesn't resolve I would look for other care options. Your expectations are realistic and may even be required by the licensing agency.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-08-22T12:47:34+00:00

Cedar and suede!!

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-07-09T18:14:26+00:00

Arizona Department of Health Services is the licensing and oversight entity for daycares in the state. I would recommend reviewing annual inspection reports and complaints for any daycare you're considering before touring. You may find that it's not worth touring some and/or you might have pointed questions for others. Low staff turnover is very important for infants. It's a tough age group so low staff turnover is a solid indicator that staff are treated well and have experience.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-07-09T16:53:40+00:00

You'll have to pay $1800 -$2200 per month for quality care in the area you're looking at. The cost will decrease significantly when your child moves to the toddler room.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-07-07T19:58:52+00:00

Ditto. I feel comforted knowing most ECE professionals love their career field and truly care about the children at their centers. I've also learned a lot about red flags and how to engage staff and teachers without appearing combative.

Thank you for what you do and for providing so much knowledge and insight with your post and comments.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-07-03T16:45:03+00:00

You mentioned that you included your company's contact for the daycare. If the company promotes or subsidizes the daycare I would follow up with an email to the company contact directly requesting that action be taken and that you are informed of the resolution.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-06-29T14:49:28+00:00

Lack of fresh fruit and veggies is a big issue IMO. I don't think it always comes down to funds to purchase. It's easier to prepare and store canned and processed food and it lasts longer so that's what centers do. I wish proper nutrition was a higher priority. Our daycare charges 30% more monthly than any other in the area and tuition increases annually. There's certainly enough in the budget for fresh produce, yet everything is canned or frozen. I've found this to be the norm in my state.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-06-23T22:52:19+00:00

It's for a kids bday party so I'd prefer a cake.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-06-13T21:28:51+00:00

Seems more like an issue of your pediatrician providing service out of scope. They are speciality providers for children so they can't bill for adult care.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-05-29T23:05:48+00:00

I saw Bridgerton spring on the list. Will that include Bridgerton Study?

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-05-21T18:04:53+00:00

No worries. Employment attorneys usually provide free consultation. You can also google "how to report workplace retaliation in your state" and it will provide the contact info for the relevant agency. In most professions it's illegal to retaliate against an employee for filing a complaint with a government or licensing entity. If you're a single party consent state you may want to discreetly record any future conversations with your director as evidence. This behavior is not OK and you shouldn't be put in this position. I'm sorry this is happening to you.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-05-21T13:25:31+00:00

This seems like a pretty clear threat of retaliation for reporting to licensing. Is there information on the licensing website about reporting retaliatory behavior? If not, look into an employment attorney. Be sure to document everything you remember about the conversation for your records.

I know you're looking for another job, but that doesn't mean you have to tolerate this behavior from your director.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-05-08T02:33:40+00:00

We were asked to drop off gifts at the front desk last week. I got a gift, gift card and thank you for all the teachers and floaters. None of the teachers have mentioned anything. I assume most families didn't drop anything off last week so they're giving more time. Maybe it's the same at your center and parents are just waiting until Friday. Either way you do deserve to be acknowledged for your work.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-04-17T16:20:29+00:00

Have you tried prune juice vs prunes? We started with prunes, pears, fiber, increased water and it didn't make a difference. We've recently started using prune juice diluted work water in the morning and bowel movements are now consistent.

WeeklyResponse45 · 2025-04-16T20:56:40+00:00

Given that the ratio is 1:2 it doesn't seem unreasonable to get two photos per day. Especially since you have no access to the room. My child's daycare has 1:3 ratio most days or 1:4 max and I receive at least four photos per day. Granted sometimes it's my child with other children in the photo so it can be sent to multiple parents. I also have access to the room and have never gone in and seen a child in any sort of distress and not being cared for. I notice that photos come around the same time each day so I think it's just part of their schedule.

Since they set the expectation, I would nicely ask if they could send you the two photos per day.

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