At 1020 W Briarfield Dr in Pacific Beach, 92109, Child of Nature Infant Daycare is a women-owned boutique childcare provider that takes a Waldorf-inspired approach to early development. Founder and manager Johanna Schnell registered the business as a California LLC in February 2022 and operates it as a licensed in-home daycare with a 3:1 child-to-caregiver ratio—far below the state maximum—ensuring each infant receives close, individualized attention. The philosophy centers on open-ended play, secure attachment, and whole-child development in a nature-inspired environment where organic whole foods are part of daily routines. Schnell offers Portuguese language assistance on site, a reflection of her own multilingual background, and the daycare identifies as an LGBTQ+-friendly and transgender-safe space. Bay-view dining is minutes away at Costa Brava on Mission Boulevard, a convenient spot for a midday meal during the care window. Activities include outdoor watercolor sessions, sensory exploration, and seasonal nature walks through the quiet residential streets near Mission Bay. Appointments are required, and consultations can be scheduled through the HubSpot booking link on the school's profile. The daycare is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and provides both on-site care and virtual parent workshops. Free street parking and a dedicated on-site lot make morning drop-offs smooth even during peak Pacific Beach traffic. Household essentials and fresh produce are a short trip south to Vons on Mission Boulevard, which keeps weeknight dinner prep simple for working caregivers. The Briarfield Drive location sits in a calm residential pocket well removed from the busier Garnet Avenue corridor.