Daycare was supposed to be Sophie’s safe place. At first, she loved it—but within weeks, mornings turned into tearful battles. Teachers brushed it off, but our instincts told us something was wrong.
So we hid a tiny mic in her teddy bear. What we heard shattered us: another child threatening her with “monsters,” stealing her snacks, and silencing her with fear.
We rushed back, exposed the bully, and pulled Sophie out. With counseling and a safer daycare, she’s finally smiling again.
Sometimes, a parent’s instinct is the only warning sign—and it can make all the difference.