My morning sickness is so bad that I'm unable to look after the kids all day. So I'm looking at putting them into occasional care for one or two days a week. DH has had a week off work and then my parents in law took them 3 days this week (but it is too much for them). So a day or two at occasional care for the next few weeks will help.

So how does it work?

Do they take all ages?
Are they part of a normal child care centre or only do occasional care?
How much will it be cost wise?
Will I get any back from the government?
Will they settle in okay?
How far do you book in advance?

Any other tips or hints?

TIA!