Infant Care
Nurturing Infant Care in Des Moines for Ages 6 Weeks and Up
A Safe and Loving Start for Your Baby
Leaving your infant in someone else’s care is a big step—and at All Star Daycare and Preschool, we are honored to be part of your child’s earliest days. Our licensed infant care program offers a calm, caring environment where babies receive close attention, gentle handling, and personalized routines.

Designed for infants ages six weeks to one year, our infant room provides the comfort, safety, and trust every growing baby needs to feel secure and loved.
Ages: 6 weeks to 12 months
Infant Room Features
Our dedicated infant space is designed with your baby’s needs in mind. It is separate from older age groups to ensure a peaceful atmosphere and developmentally appropriate activities.
Key features include:
- Personalized feeding and sleep schedules
- Diapering and hygiene support throughout the day
- Tummy time and motor skills development
- Age-appropriate toys for sensory exploration
- Rocking chairs, cribs, and soft floor mats
- One-on-one bonding and attention from trained caregivers
We communicate closely with families to follow your baby’s routine and provide daily updates on feeding, naps, and diaper changes.
While infants operate on individualized schedules, our caregivers ensure each baby experiences meaningful interaction throughout the day.
Trained and Compassionate Caregivers
Our infant care staff are specially trained in early childhood development and infant safety. Each team member is CPR and first aid certified, and understands how to nurture trust and comfort in even the youngest children.

Infants receive consistent care from familiar faces to support emotional development, physical growth, and a secure sense of attachment.
A Typical Day in Our Infant Program
While infants operate on individualized schedules, our caregivers ensure each baby experiences meaningful interaction throughout the day.
Activities may include:
- Soft music and lullabies
- Gentle rocking and cuddling
- Visual and auditory stimulation
- Language exposure through books and songs
- Safe, supervised floor play and tummy time
We maintain low caregiver-to-infant ratios to ensure safety and responsive attention at all times.
What Parents Can Expect
- Clean, quiet infant room with strict hygiene protocols
- Breast milk and formula-friendly care
- Daily updates provided at pickup or via parent communication
- Open-door policy so parents can visit during the day
- Acceptance of state-funded child care programs
Real Reviews from Local Families
"I felt at ease leaving my baby with the staff at All Star. They treated her like one of their own and kept me informed every day."
-Verified Google Review
"The infant room is always clean and calm. I love the personal attention the babies get, and my son always lights up when we arrive."
-Verified Facebook Review
"We chose All Star because of their reputation for excellent infant care, and they’ve exceeded our expectations every step of the way."
-Verified Google Review
Contact Us to Learn More About Infant Care
Give your baby a safe, loving place to grow. Reach out to All Star Daycare and Preschool to tour our infant room and ask any questions you may have about enrollment or availability.