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EPISODE · Dec 24, 2025 · 31 MIN

304: How Can Home-Based Childcare Providers Thrive in a Competitive Landscape? With Jerletha McDonald

from ChildCare Conversations with Kate and Carrie · host Carrie Casey and Kate Woodward Young

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of "Childcare Conversations," hosts Carrie and Carrie sit down with Jerletha McDonald, CEO of Family Tracker, to chat about the joys and challenges of home-based childcare. Julia shares her inspiring journey from hospital lab tech to passionate childcare advocate, and they all swap stories about why many providers love the flexibility and community of small, family-focused programs. You’ll pick up tips on building support networks, collaborating with centers, and advocating for quality care. If you’re curious about the heart behind home-based childcare, this one’s a must-listen!Learn more about Jerletha here: https://www.adfwchildcare.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerletha-mcdonald-74705812b/Thanks for Listening 🎧Want to learn more? Check out our book; "From Overwhelmed to I Got This: Guaranteed Success Route to Directing Your Childcare Center" 📖Join our Facebook Group for Childcare professionals!Join our Podcast Newsletter!Want to be a guest on our podcast? Go to our website to learn more.Are you looking for director training in Texas? Check out our Texas Director Website for our training and additional resources!

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