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Child Care Agreement

Set clear expectations for care schedules, rates, permissions, and emergency procedures with your childcare provider.

Why you need one

Clear expectations

Defines care schedule, rates, and responsibilities.

Emergency authorization

Grants the provider authority to seek medical care in emergencies.

Payment protection

Documents rates, late fees, and payment terms to prevent disputes.

Safety & permissions

Records dietary restrictions, medical permissions, and authorized pickup persons.

How it works

01

Answer a few questions

Takes a few minutes. Progress is saved as you go.

02

Pay a flat fee

Stripe checkout — cards + Apple Pay + Google Pay accepted.

03

Our expert team drafts it

State-specific, Expert Review Included. 2 business days.

04

Download + sign

Delivered to your /account dashboard. Sign digitally or print + notarize.

What's in your document

  • Care schedule & hours
  • Compensation & payment terms
  • Emergency medical authorization
  • Disciplinary policy
  • Termination provisions
  • Liability limitations

Make it legal — after you receive it

1

Both parties sign

Parent and provider both sign. Keep copies.

2

Share with family

Give copies to anyone who picks up your child.

3

Post a copy at home

Keep a copy accessible for emergency reference.

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  • State-specific — every state's format supported
  • Delivered to your /account dashboard within 2 business days
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  • Free amendments for 30 days