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Home › WI › Milwaukee › Pigtails And Bowties Family Childcare
4937 N 38Th St, Milwaukee WI 53209-5335 · License #9000590819-001 · Center · Regular Certified
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202.08(4)(i) · A Provider Shall Change A Child's Wet Or Soiled Clothing Or Diapers Promptly From An Available Supply Of Clean Clothing Or Diapers. The Child's Diaper Shall Be Changed On An Easily Cleanable Surface That Is Cleaned With Soap And Water And A Disinfectant Solution After Each Use. The Disinfectant Solution Shall Be Registered With The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency As A Disinfectant And Have Instructions For Use As A Disinfectant On The Label. The Solution Shall Be Prepared And Applied As Indicated On The Label.
The two method steps for sanitizing and disinfecting was incorrect when asking the operator for the process that she uses to clean the diapering surface.
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202.08(4)(j) · The Child Care Provider Shall Clean A Child's Superficial Wound With Soap And Water Only And Protect It With A Band-Aid Or Bandage.
The operator stated that she uses alcohol pads, hydroperoxide or antibacterial ointment before putting a bandage on the superficial wound.
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202.08(2)(c) · The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Hazards. Potentially Dangerous Items And Materials Harmful To Children, Including Power Tools, Flammable Or Combustible Materials, Insecticides, Matches, Drugs And Any Articles Labeled Hazardous To Children Shall Be In Properly Marked Containers And Stored In Areas Inaccessible To Children.
The kitchen outlet had a scented plug into the outlet. The bathroom outlets were not covered.
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Data synced from Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, Bureau of Early Care Regulation on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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202.08(2)(f) · The Premises, Furnishings, And Equipment Shall Be Free From Litter And Vermin, Maintained In A Sanitary Condition, And In Good Repair.
Liter was observed outside in the backyard.
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202.08(2)(L) · The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or Deteriorating Paint On Exterior Or Interior Surfaces In Areas Accessible To Children.
There were peeling paint on the neighbor's garage and the back of the home that was accessible to children.
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202.08(1)(b)5. · After Completion Of Preservice Training Under Subd 3., A Child Care Provider Shall Receive And Document Receiving At Least 5 Hours Of Qualifying Continuing Education Annually. Continuing Education Qualifies Under This Subdivision If It Covers Any Of The Topics Listed Under 202.08(1)(B)5. A. Through N.
The operator was not able to provide documentation that she had 5 hours of qualifying continuing education annually that qualifies under the topics listed under 202.08(1)(b)5. a. through n.
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202.08(11)(a) · Each Child Shall Be Allowed To Have Undisturbed Rest Or A Nap, When Needed, In A Place That Is Clean, Safe And Comfortable
The pack n play being used for the child that present was observed to have sides that were not fully raised and locked into position, causing the rails to bend inward.
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202.08(11)(d) · A Safe Crib Or Playpen With A Tight-Fitting Mattress With A Tight-Fitting Covering Shall Be Available For Each Child Under One Year Of Age To Use For Napping Or Sleeping. The Crib Or Playpen May Not Contain Soft Or Loose Materials, Such As Sheepskins, Pillows, Blankets, Flat Sheets, Bumper Pads, Bibs, Pacifiers With Attached Soft Objects Or Stuffed Animals. A Certified Family Child Care Operator Shall Ensure That Each Crib Used By A Child In Care Satisfies The Applicable Federal Safety Standards In 16 Cfr Part 1219 Or 1220.
A soft blanket was tucked into the pack n play and a blanket, stuffed animals, toys, and loose items were inside the sleep area.
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202.08(5)(i) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Accurate Written Records Of The Daily Hours Of Attendance Of Each Child In Care, Including The Actual Arrival And Departure Time Times For Each Child. If Children Are Transported To Or From The Premises Or School By The Operator Or Another Provider On Behalf Of The Operator, The Daily Attendance Record Shall Include The Actual Time The Child Was Picked Up Or Dropped Off.
Attendance sheets were reviewed and departure time was missing for Monday, 4/20/2026.
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202.08(8)(b) · A Child Care Provider Shall Offer Daily Activities According To The Age And Developmental Level Of The Children In Care.
The daily activities did not meet the age and developmental level of the children in care.
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202.08(4m)(a)2. · The Emergency Plan Under Subd. 1. Shall Be Reviewed Periodically And Practiced As Specified In The Plan.
The designated areas for tornado drill in the basement was block off and not accessible.
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202.08(4)(i) · A Provider Shall Change A Child's Wet Or Soiled Clothing Or Diapers Promptly From An Available Supply Of Clean Clothing Or Diapers. The Child's Diaper Shall Be Changed On An Easily Cleanable Surface That Is Cleaned With Soap And Water And A Disinfectant Solution After Each Use. The Disinfectant Solution Shall Be Registered With The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency As A Disinfectant And Have Instructions For Use As A Disinfectant On The Label. The Solution Shall Be Prepared And Applied As Indicated On The Label.
The operator's steps of sanitizing and disinfecting the surface area was not correct after changing a diaper.
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202.08(2)(c) · The Indoor And Outdoor Areas Of The Home Shall Be Free Of Hazards. Potentially Dangerous Items And Materials Harmful To Children, Including Power Tools, Flammable Or Combustible Materials, Insecticides, Matches, Drugs And Any Articles Labeled Hazardous To Children Shall Be In Properly Marked Containers And Stored In Areas Inaccessible To Children.
There were loose cords, push pins, hand sanitizer and air freshener accessible to children. The living room area and bathroom outlets did not have safety outlet covers on them.
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202.08(2)(f) · The Premises, Furnishings, And Equipment Shall Be Free From Litter And Vermin, Maintained In A Sanitary Condition, And In Good Repair.
There were standing water in basement causing paint on the floor to bubble and peel.
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202.08(2)(g) · Bathrooms, Including Toilets, Sinks, And Potty Chairs, Shall Be Clean And In Good Working Condition. Soap, Toilet Paper, Towels, And A Waste Paper Container Shall Be Provided In The Bathroom And Shall Be Accessible To Children.
There were no paper towels in the bathroom.
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202.08(2)(L) · The Premises Shall Have No Flaking, Chipping, Peeling, Or Deteriorating Paint On Exterior Or Interior Surfaces In Areas Accessible To Children.
The neighbor's garage had peeling paint that was accessible to children in the outdoor play area.
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202.08(1)(b)5. · After Completion Of Preservice Training Under Subd 3., A Child Care Provider Shall Receive And Document Receiving At Least 5 Hours Of Qualifying Continuing Education Annually. Continuing Education Qualifies Under This Subdivision If It Covers Any Of The Topics Listed Under 202.08(1)(B)5. A. Through N.
The operator was not able to provide receiving and document receiving at least 5 hours of qualifying continuing education annually.
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202.08(11)(d) · A Safe Crib Or Playpen With A Tight-Fitting Mattress With A Tight-Fitting Covering Shall Be Available For Each Child Under One Year Of Age To Use For Napping Or Sleeping. The Crib Or Playpen May Not Contain Soft Or Loose Materials, Such As Sheepskins, Pillows, Blankets, Flat Sheets, Bumper Pads, Bibs, Pacifiers With Attached Soft Objects Or Stuffed Animals. A Certified Family Child Care Operator Shall Ensure That Each Crib Used By A Child In Care Satisfies The Applicable Federal Safety Standards In 16 Cfr Part 1219 Or 1220.
The pack and play was not assembled, there were no fitted sheets inside and was filled with toys while the operator had a infant in care.
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202.08(5)(i) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Accurate Written Records Of The Daily Hours Of Attendance Of Each Child In Care, Including The Actual Arrival And Departure Time Times For Each Child. If Children Are Transported To Or From The Premises Or School By The Operator Or Another Provider On Behalf Of The Operator, The Daily Attendance Record Shall Include The Actual Time The Child Was Picked Up Or Dropped Off.
The operator did not have September's attendance sheet to be reviewed during the monitoring visit. A child was present during the monitoring visit and was not sign in.
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202.08(1m)(e) · If Requested By The Certification Agency, An Operator Shall Submit A Plan Of Correction For Cited Violations Of This Chapter, Ch. Dcf 13, Or S. 48.686, Stats., To The Certification Agency By The Date The Agency Specifies. The Operator Shall Submit A Revised Plan Of Correction To The Agency If The Initial Plan Is Not Accepted By The Agency.
The operator did not submit a plan of correction as requested for violations issued on 7/8/2025 with a due date of 7/22/2025. A phone call was made with the operator on 8/1/2025, to discussed how to revised the correction plan. A request was made again for a plan of correction on 8/4/2025 however the operator has not returned the correction plan as of 8/11/2025.
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202.08(4m)(a)1. · An Operator Shall Have A Written Plan For Taking Appropriate Action In The Event Of An Emergency Including A Fire; A Tornado; A Flood; Extreme Outdoor Heat Or Cold; A Loss Of Building Service, Including No Heat, Water, Electricity Or Telephone; Human-Caused Events, Such As Threats To The Building Or Its Occupants; Allergic Reactions; Lost Or Missing Children; Vehicle Accidents; A Provider's Family Situation, Such As Medical Emergency Or Illness; Or Other Circumstances Requiring Immediate Attention.
The operator did not have a written emergency plan for taking appropriate action in the event of emergencies. including a fire; a tornado; a flood; Extreme Outdoor Heat Or Cold; A Loss Of Building Service, Including No Heat, Water, Electricity Or Telephone; Human-Caused Events, Such As Threats To The Building Or Its Occupants; Allergic Reactions; Lost Or Missing Children; Vehicle Accidents; A Provider's Family Situation, Such As Medical Emergency Or Illness; Or Other Circumstances Requiring Immediate Attention.
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202.08(4m)(c) · An Operator Shall Designate An Emergency Back-Up Provider. The Emergency Back-Up Child Care Provider Shall Be At Least 18 Years Of Age And Able To Provide An Acceptable Level Of Child Care.
The operator did not have an emergency back up designated during the visit. After the discussion, the operator was able to identify who she was going to designate as an emergency backup provider.
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202.08(4m)(e)1.-5. · An Operator Shall Ensure That Each Provider, Volunteer, Substitute, And Emergency Back-Up Provider, Receives An Orientation Before Beginning Work That Covers The Following: 1. The Names And Ages Of Children In Care. 2. A Review Of Children's Records, Including Parent And Emergency Contact Information. 3. Specific Information Relating To A Child's Special Health Care Needs, Including Administration Of Medications, Disabilities, Allergies, Or Other Special Health Conditions. 4. A Review Of The Operator's Plan For Responding To Emergencies. 5. A Review Of This Chapter.
The household member that was left to supervise and care for childcare children did not received orientation before beginning work.
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202.08(4)(a)1. · For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 6 Months Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 6 Months Thereafter.
Child #1 was missing a physical examination report on file and a follow-up health examination at least once every 6 months thereafter.
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202.08(4)(a)2. · For A Child 2 Years Of Age Or Older, A Report Of A Physical Examination Conducted Not More Than 2 Years Prior To Nor Later Than 3 Months After The Child Is Admitted, And A Follow-Up Health Examination At Least Once Every 2 Years Thereafter
Child #2 and child #4 were missing a physical examination report on file.
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202.08(4)(e) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Have On File For Each Child In Care A Record Of The Child's Immunization History To Document Compliance With S. 252.04, Stats., And Ch. Dhs 144.
Immunization were missing for child #1 and child #2.
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202.08(12)(c) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Developing A Written Contract That Specifies The Charge For Child Care And The Expected Frequency Of Payment For The Service. The Contract Shall Be Signed By The Operator And A Parent Or Guardian.
Child #1, #2 and #4 were missing a written contract that specifies the charge for child care services and the expected frequency of payment that is signed by a parent or guardian and the operator.
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202.08(12)(d) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Making A Copy Of The Applicable Certification Standards Available To Each Parent
Child #4 was missing documentation stating the certified child care operator had ongoing communication with the child's parent by informing the parent of the applicable certification standards.
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202.08(12)(f)1-4 · Prior To A Child's First Day Of Attendance For Any Child In Care, Obtaining Information On A Form Prescribed By The Department With Enrollment And Health History Information, Including All Of The Following: 1. The Parents' Home And Work Phone Numbers. 2. Health History, Including Information Relating To A Child's Special Health Care Needs And Emergency Care Plan. 3. The Parents' Signed Consent For Emergency Medical Care. 4. A Name And Number To Call If The Child Requires Emergency Medical Care.
Child #1 and #2 were missing emergency contact information and physical information on the enrollment and health history information form.
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202.08(12)(g) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Using Information Obtained On The Department-Provided Child Care Intake For Child Under 2 Years Form, Which Collects Essential Information For Infants And Toddlers, To Individualize The Program Of Care For Each Child Under 2 Years Of Age.
Child #1 was missing the Child Care Intake for Child Under 2 Years form on file.
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202.08(12)(i) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Be In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent Or Ensure That A Substitute Child Care Provider Is In Ongoing Communication With A Child's Parent By Informing The Parent In Writing Whether The Premises And Child Care Business Are Covered By A Child Care Liability Insurance Policy.
The operator did not communicate with the parent, informing the parent in writing whether a child care liability insurance policy covers the premises and child care business for child #4.
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202.08(1)(a)2. · Each Child Care Operator Shall Demonstrate That The Operator Is Free From Tuberculosis Prior To Initial Certification. Each Provider Shall Demonstrate That He Or She Is Free From Tuberculosis Prior To The Date The Provider Begins Working With Children In Care.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 did not have documentation on file that she was free from tuberculosis prior to being left with the children.
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202.08(1)(b)1. · Prior To Certification And Prior To Beginning To Work With Children Each Provider, Including Volunteers, Substitutes, And Emergency Back-Up Providers, Or Any Other Person Who Provides Care And Supervision For Children Under One Year Of Age Shall Complete Training In The Most Current Medically Accepted Methods For Reducing The Risk Of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed training for SIDS.
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202.08(1)(b)2. · Prior To Certification And Prior To Beginning To Work With Children Each Provider, Including Volunteers, Substitutes, And Emergency Back-Up Providers, Or Any Other Person Who Provides Care And Supervision For Children Under 5 Years Of Age Shall Complete Department-Approved Training On Shaken Baby Syndrome And Abusive Head Trauma And Appropriate Ways To Manage Crying, Fussing, Or Distraught Children.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed training for shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and appropriate ways to manage crying, fussing, or distraught children.
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202.08(1)(b)3.a. · Each Certified Child Care Operator And Each Provider Shall Comply With S. 48.651 And Complete Training Including At Least 2 Credits In Early Childhood Education Or A Non-Credit Course In Caring For Children That Is Approved By The Department.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed trainings to be left alone with the childcare children.
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202.08(1)(b)3.b. · Each Certified Child Care Operator And Each Provider Shall Comply With S. 48.651 And Complete A Non-Credit Course In Operating A Child Care Business That Is Approved By The Department Or A Course For Credit In Business Or Program Administration.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed trainings to be left alone with the childcare children.
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202.08(1)(b)3.c. · Each Certified Operator And Each Provider Shall Comply With S. 48.651 And Complete Training In Child Abuse And Neglect Laws And Identifying, Documenting, And Reporting Child Abuse And Neglect.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed training in CA/N.
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202.08(1)(b)3.d. · Each Certified Operator And Each Provider Shall Comply With S. 48.651 And Obtain And Recertify As Necessary To Maintain Current Certification In Infant And Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr). The Cpr Training Must Result In A Certificate Of Completion. If The Certificate Of Completion Does Not Have A Date Specifying The Length Of Time For Which It Is Valid, The Cpr Training Must Be Renewed Every Year.
The household member that was left to supervise the children on May 21, 2025 per the operator did not have the completed trainings in CPR The operator was not able to provide a current copy of the CPR training to verify when the CPR expired during the monitoring visit.
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202.08(5)(i) · The Certified Child Care Operator Shall Keep Current And Accurate Written Records Of The Daily Hours Of Attendance Of Each Child In Care, Including The Actual Arrival And Departure Time Times For Each Child. If Children Are Transported To Or From The Premises Or School By The Operator Or Another Provider On Behalf Of The Operator, The Daily Attendance Record Shall Include The Actual Time The Child Was Picked Up Or Dropped Off.
The operator was unable to provide the requested attendance sheets for the specified months during the monitoring visit. The attendance sheets reviewed contained dates that were either illegible or missing, making it difficult to verify children's attendance. Per the operator, the children that attended the childcare on June 3, 2025 were not signed in or out.
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202.08(1m)(a)9. · A Certified Child Care Operator Shall Permit A Child Care Certification Worker To Have Unrestricted Access To The Premises, Including Access To Children Served, Child Records, And Any Other Materials Related To Compliance Under This Chapter.
The child care certification worker was not able to gain access to the premises on May 16, 2025 and May 21, 2025.
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