Since the recent downturn in economic conditions, more mothers find it necessary to work outside the home or start a home-based business. Now, a second income is mandatory to maintain their standard of living. Consequently, there is a new demand for more good, reliable child care service. And the need for a reliable daycare service by working moms is expected to rise dramatically in the next few years.

Home-based daycare centers will continue to fill this growing void. Most home-based centers start out on a small scale with only 2 or 3 children. This is highly recommended until the owner determines whether working all day long with children is for them. Most centers provide meals and snacks, playtime activities, crafts. Others choose not to provide such extra activities. It is up to the day care service what they choose to provide to the customers' children.