What to Bring to Licensed Daycare in Regina SK — Daily Checklist | Daisy Days

Starting at a new daycare in Regina SK involves a short learning curve around daily packing. Here’s a complete checklist of what to bring for your child at licensed daycare — organized by age group and season — so you never have to do the frantic morning search for the missing sippy cup again.

Universal Daily Daycare Packing Checklist (All Ages)

• Labelled water bottle — filled with water (not juice) each day
• Labelled lunch bag and snacks — unless your centre provides snacks and/or lunch (confirm with your centre)
• Extra weather-appropriate clothing — labelled with your child’s name
• Any prescribed medications — with a completed and signed medication permission form
• EpiPen or Auvi-Q — if your child has an anaphylactic allergy; leave a second unit permanently at the centre

Infant Daycare Packing Checklist (Birth-18 months)

• Diapers — enough for the full day (typically 4-6 per day for infants)
• Diaper cream (if needed) — labelled with written permission to apply
• Wipes (your preferred brand)
• Spare onesies and outfits — minimum 3 complete changes (infants have explosive moments)
• Labelled sleep sack or swaddle for nap time
• Formula or breast milk — labelled with date and time, in sealed bottles or bags
• Comfort object — a small tagged stuffie or piece of clothing from home can ease settling
• Sunscreen (in summer months) — labelled with written permission to apply

Toddler Daycare Packing Checklist (18 months-3 years)

• Diapers or training pants — labelled
• 2-3 complete outfit changes — toddlers are messy learners
• Indoor shoes (many centres require a separate indoor pair)
• Comfort object (optional but helpful for naptime)
• Labelled nap mat cover or fitted sheet (if the centre uses cots)
• Labelled water bottle
• Labelled lunch bag with foods your toddler can manage independently

Preschool Packing Checklist (3-5 years)

• Indoor shoes (labelled)
• One complete outfit change (labelled)
• Labelled backpack
• Water bottle
• Labelled lunchbox with age-appropriate foods
• Any comfort item for quiet time

Seasonal Additions — Regina SK

Winter (October–April): Snow pants, winter jacket, snow boots, mittens (not gloves — toddlers can’t manage), warm hat, neck gaiter or scarf. Regina’s winters are extreme — outdoor play happens in all but the most severe cold, so proper winter gear is non-negotiable.

Summer (May–September): Hat with brim, sunscreen (with written permission for staff to apply), extra water, light outdoor layers for cool evenings.

Labelling Everything — Non-Negotiable

Every item your child brings to daycare must be labelled with their first and last name. Licensed daycares in Regina SK have many children — items go missing within hours without clear labels. Iron-on labels, permanent marker, or stick-on waterproof labels all work. Label inside and outside of clothing for backup.

Contact Daisy Days Daycare for our complete packing guide for new families. | 306-807-3233 | info@daisydaysdaycare.com | 2007 Potts Crescent East, Regina SK S4V 2E5