We are gathering 100 stories about child care. What comes to mind when you hear the words child care? Perhaps you had a child care provider when you were young or you have a nanny now or you are trying to find child care.

We’re collecting real stories from families like yours about their experiences with child care, and we’d love for you to be part of it!

Your story can help shed light on the challenges families face and the difference that strong support systems can make. These stories will be shared to inspire change and help others better understand the realities of child care today.

Here’s how to participate (two ways):

  1. Record a short audio or video of yourself (can be on a camera or on your phone ).

  2. Answer any of the questions below as a guide. You can answer just one or as many as you’d like—whatever feels comfortable.

  3. Send your recording to us at hello@rrnetwork.org by October 31st.

OR

Fill out this form:

English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqmahPJvehIa7ti1IEMrCxtp4taKpFfZs-Lk6Vwnl9FxJXrg/viewform?usp=dialog

Spanish: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchx8JA7yPqAExnbEhfBEnFu-FuRpfEmU03PwIebx7yn32FmQ/viewform

Sample Questions to Help You Get Started

  • Can you introduce yourself? (Name, where you’re from, and a little about your family or situation.)

  • What does child care look like for you right now?

  • What challenges have you faced in finding or affording child care?

  • Has child care ever impacted your ability to work, go to school, or support your family? If so, how?

  • Have you ever received support (like from family, friends, programs, or community groups)? What difference did it make?

  • What would having consistent, affordable, quality child care mean for you and your family?

  • What do you wish people understood about families like yours and the child care challenges you face?

  • If you could change one thing about the child care system or support available, what would it be?

  • Anything else you want to share? (Your hopes, struggles, or advice for others.)

Tips:

  • Keep it natural—there’s no right or wrong way to tell your story.

  • Stories of any length are welcome!

  • Try to record in a quiet space if you can.

Thank you for considering participating in our story-gathering effort. As a thank you, if you submit a video or audio file, the first 30 people will receive a $25 or $50 gift card to Target.