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Momma Matties Child Care LLC

Data last updated · May 2026

Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    2 / 5
  • Process Quality
    Not Available
  • Structural Quality
    2 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Structural quality reflects Iowa's licensing baseline. Iowa caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:4, and preschool ratios at 1:12. Lead-teacher education isn't regulated. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.

Quality Recognitions & Accreditations

Accreditations
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
  • National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
  • National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
  • National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited

Facility Info

Facility type
Family Child Care Home
Age groups served
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
Not Available
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:4Not Available
Toddlers1:4Not Available
Preschool1:12Not Available

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
Not Regulated

Inspection History

3 Inspection Visits Since 2022 · 42 Findings
Most recent: May 22, 2025Download Latest Report (PDF)
2 Critical40 Important

Across 3 inspections since 2022, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (21), Building & Premises Safety (14), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (5). Of 42 total findings, 2 were critical.

See All 3 Inspection Visits
  1. May 22, 202514 Findings2 Critical12 Important
    • "A" The Provider Shall Follow Safe Sleep Practices as Recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for Infants…441 IAC 110.8(5)

      "a" The provider shall follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for infants under the age of one.Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director a. Infants shall always be placed on their back for sleep. b. Infants shall be placed on a firm mattress with a tight fitted sheet that meets Consumer Product Safety Commission federal standards. c. Infants shall not be allowed to sleep on a bed, sofa, air mattress or other soft surface. No child shall be allowed to sleep in an infant seat, car seat, swing, bouncy seat, or...

    • "A" The Provider Shall Follow Safe Sleep Practices as Recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for Infants…441 IAC 110.8(5)

      "a" The provider shall follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for infants under the age of one. Infants shall always be placed on their back for sleep. Infants shall not be allowed to sleep on a bed, sofa, air mattress or other soft surface. No child shall be allowed to sleep in an infant seat, car seat, swing, bouncy seat, or items not designed for sleeping. No toys, soft objects, stuffed animals, pillows, bumper pads, blankets, or loose bedding shall be allowed in the sleeping area with the infant. Sleeping infants shall be actively observed by sight and sound.

    • Check with the Appropriate Authorities to Determine How the Following Local441 IAC 110.5(1)

      Check with the appropriate authorities to determine how the following local, state, or federal laws apply to you: • Zoning code • Building code • Fire code • Business license • State and federal income tax • Unemployment insurance • Worker’s Compensation • Minimum wage and hour requirements • OSHA • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114

    • Facility Requirements441 IAC 110.8(1)
    • “ N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)

      “ n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. 1. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice). 2. Each pet bird in the household shall be purchased from a dealer licensed by the Iowa department of agriculture and land stewardship and shall be examined by a...

    • “N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)

      “n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice).

    • Medications and Hazardous Materials441 IAC 110.8(3)
    • “A” All Medicines and Poisonous, Toxic, or Otherwise Unsafe Materials Shall Be Secured From Access by a Child441 IAC 110.8(3)
    • “A” All Medicines and Poisonous, Toxic, or Otherwise Unsafe Materials Shall Be Secured From Access by a Child.441 IAC 110.8(3)
    • Safe Sleep441 IAC 110.8(5)
    • Files441 IAC 110.9
    • A Provider File Is Maintained and Shall Contain the Following:441 IAC 110.9(1)
    • “ A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “ a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older. Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g” Findings:

    • “A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older . Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”. Suggestions/Recommendations: A recheck could occur to ensure Safe Sleep is being practiced. The below corrections need to be completed by 7/22/2025 and will be reviewed on your next annual compliance check. I encourage you to work with your Child Care Resource and Referral Worker (Heather Sheesley 515-360-7308) with any...

  2. Aug 28, 202314 Findings14 Important
    • Check with the Appropriate Authorities to Determine How the Following Local441 IAC 110.5(1)

      Check with the appropriate authorities to determine how the following local, state, or federal laws apply to you: • Zoning code • Building code • Fire code • Business license • State and federal income tax • Unemployment insurance • Worker’s Compensation • Minimum wage and hour requirements • OSHA • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114

    • Facility Requirements441 IAC 110.8(1)
    • “ N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)

      “ n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. 1. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice). 2. Each pet bird in the household shall be purchased from a dealer licensed by the Iowa department of agriculture and land stewardship and shall be examined by a...

    • “N” Providers Shall Inform Parents of the Presence of Any Pet in the Home441 IAC 110.8(1)

      “n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home. Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice)

    • Files441 IAC 110.9
    • A Provider File Is Maintained and Shall Contain the Following:441 IAC 110.9(1)
    • “ A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “ a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older. Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director

    • “A” Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “a” have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care. 2. A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated at least every three years. 3. Certification of two hours of approved training related to identification and reporting of child abuse as required by Iowa Code...

    • “A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older . Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”

    • “A” Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “a” have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care. A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated at least every three years. Certification of two hours of approved training related to identification and reporting of child abuse as required by Iowa Code section...

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Staff Assistant and Contains: 1441 IAC 110.9(2)

      An individual file is maintained for each staff assistant and contains: 1. Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under subrule 110.11(3) have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care 2. A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated...

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Staff Assistant and Contains: Documentation From the Department Confirming…441 IAC 110.9(2)

      An individual file is maintained for each staff assistant and contains: Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under subrule 110.11(3) have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated at...

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Substitute and Contains: 1441 IAC 110.9(3)

      An individual file is maintained for each substitute and contains: 1. Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Substitute and Contains: Documentation From the Department Confirming The…441 IAC 110.9(3)

      An individual file is maintained for each substitute and contains: Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under

  3. Oct 20, 202214 Findings14 Important
    • SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT HOME CATEGORY "B"441 IAC 110.14
    • “A” No More Than Eight Children Not Attending Kindergarten or a Higher Grade Level Shall Be Present at Any One…441 IAC 110.14(1)

      “a” No more than eight children not attending kindergarten or a higher grade level shall be present at any one timeWalnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director Findings: Per the compliance visit conducted by this worker on 10/20/2022 the following corrections described in the above policy sections need to be completed. 1. You need to document the times and dates you utilize your substitute and have it available for review. 2. The child locks in the upstairs bathroom need to be replaced as they are not functional. This needs to be corrected...

    • Check with the Appropriate Authorities to Determine How the Following Local441 IAC 110.5(1)

      Check with the appropriate authorities to determine how the following local, state, or federal laws apply to you: • Zoning code • Building code • Fire code • Business license • State and federal income tax • Unemployment insurance • Worker’s Compensation • Minimum wage and hour requirements • OSHA • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114

    • Provider Requirements441 IAC 110.7
    • Substitutes441 IAC 110.7(2)

      Substitutes. The provider shall assume responsibility for providing adequate and appropriate supervision at all times when children are in attendance. Any designated substitute shall have the same responsibility for providing adequate and appropriate supervision. Ultimate responsibility for supervision shall be with the provider a. All standards regarding supervision and care of children apply to substitutes. b. Except in emergency situations, the provider must inform parents in advance of the planned use of a substitute. c. The substitute must be 18 years of age or older. d. Use of a substitute is limited to: No more than 25 hours per month. An additional period of up to two weeks in a...

    • Medications and Hazardous Materials441 IAC 110.8(3)
    • “A” All Medicines and Poisonous, Toxic, or Otherwise Unsafe Materials Shall Be Secured From Access by a Child441 IAC 110.8(3)
    • Files441 IAC 110.9
    • A Provider File Is Maintained and Shall Contain the Following:441 IAC 110.9(1)
    • “ A” A Physician’s Examination Report for the Provider and All Members of the Provider’s Household Aged 18 Years Or…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “ a” A physician’s examination report for the provider and all members of the provider’s household aged 18 years or older. Acceptable physical examinations shall be documented on Form 470- 5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. All children residing in the household must have medical documentation outlined in 110.9(4) “d”, 110.9(4) “f”, and 110.9(4) “g”Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Governor Adam Gregg Lt. Governor Kelly K. Garcia Director

    • “ B” (1) I-PoWeR Records or Certificates Verifying Required Training Completion: Prior to Registration: • Minimum…441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “ b” (1) I-PoWeR records or certificates verifying required training completion: Prior to registration: • minimum health and safety training, approved by the Department, in required content areas • Iowa’s Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter Training Prior to registration: First Aid and Cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Provider shall maintain a valid certificate indicating date of training and expiration date. During each two year registration period, the provider shall receive a minimum of 24 hours of training from approved content areas. A provider shall not use a specific training or class to meet minimum continuing education requirements more than one time every five years A provider who...

    • “A” Have Been Completed and Authorizing or Conditionally Limiting the Person’s Involvement with Child Care441 IAC 110.9(1)

      “a” have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care. 2. A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated at least every three years. 3. Certification of two hours of approved training related to identification and reporting of child abuse as required by Iowa Code...

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Staff Assistant and Contains: 1441 IAC 110.9(2)

      An individual file is maintained for each staff assistant and contains: 1. Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under subrule 110.11(3) have been completed and authorizing or conditionally limiting the person’s involvement with child care 2. A completed Form 470-5152, Child Care Provider Physical Examination Report. The examination shall include any necessary testing for communicable diseases; a discussion of recommended vaccinations; completed no more than six months prior to approval to assist or be a household member; completed by a licensed medical doctor, doctor of osteopathy, physician assistant or advanced registered nurse practitioner; and repeated...

    • An Individual File Is Maintained for Each Substitute and Contains: 1441 IAC 110.9(3)

      An individual file is maintained for each substitute and contains: 1. Documentation from the department confirming the record checks required under