Affordable childcare options in Louisville - first time posting

The daycare near me wants more than I can pay. I do not usually post, so bear with me. I am willing to trade favours. What worked for you?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 8 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

Our county's childcare assistance took about 26 weeks to approve, but it covered most of the cost.