If you work from home, you might figure that you don't need child care. You can just watch over your child while you also work, right? While this approach may work for some families, it is not for everyone. Indeed, there are some very real benefits of sending your child to daycare, even if it's just a few days per week when you work from home. 1. You'll be more productive.

A child can feel a little unsure about walking into a daycare for the first time, even if the environment looks appealing and it's clear that other kids are having fun playing. As a parent, you may be in a rush to drop the child off and get to work — but it's important for you to devote some time to talking with your child and ensuring that he or she feels comfortable.