(HealthDay News) -- If you're a new mom who is planning to return to work soon, you may need to find a reputable childcare provider.

The womenshealth.gov website suggests how to evaluate any childcare center:

• Visit many different facilities and spend considerable time at each one, to get a good feel for the environment and quality of care.
• Watch and listen for busy, active and happy children.
• Count how many staff members are assigned to each child, and make sure that ratio complies with state guidelines.
• Research the staff's experience and individual backgrounds.