Childcare while job hunting, what worked? after 7 years as a forklift operator

My hours will change when I find a job and childcare is my biggest worry. It has been weighing on me all week. A neighbour offered help but not every day. What worked for you?

Our county's childcare assistance took about 21 weeks to approve, but it covered most of the cost.

I swapped afternoons with another parent. It took some planning and saved us both money.