Table 2.

Example of open coding process.

Initial concept	Label	Original sentence
Nutrition and Dietary Management	Nutrition monitoring, Feedback	I expect the childcare provider to check my child’s nutritional status regularly. If there is a problem, I expect them to inform me so we can make timely adjustments. (aP)
	Nutritional balance, Dietary diversity	Parents are very concerned that their children are eating a balanced diet, and they expect us to provide a variety of foods to ensure that their children are getting the necessary nutrients. (CT)
	Meal arrangements, Meal times	Many parents ask us about their children’s eating arrangements, and they want their children to have regular meal times and healthy eating habits. (bA)
Toys, Teaching Aids and Materials	Exploration, Creativity, Toys, Teaching Aids, Materials	Parents expect childcare providers to provide various toys, teaching aids, and materials to promote their children’s exploration and creativity. (CT)
	Safety, Non-Toxicity	I want child care providers to provide safe, non-toxic toys to ensure children’s health. (aP)
	Materials, Development needs	As professionals, we must ensure that the materials and facilities meet the developmental needs of children at different ages. (dE)
Outdoor Activities and Sunshine	Fresh air, Sunlight, Outdoor activities	It’s crucial for children’s physical and mental development to have regular access to fresh air and sunlight. These natural elements are essential for their overall well-being and growth.” (eC)
	Sunlight, Bone development	Sunlight is vital for bone development and vitamin D synthesis; parents want their children to have enough sunlight in their childcare facilities. (dE)
	Outdoor activities	We have learned that many parents value their children’s outdoor time and want childcare providers to offer abundant outdoor activities. (bA)

^aP = result of parent interview.

^bA = result of administrator interview.

^CT = result of teacher interview.

^dE = result of experts interview.

^{eC = result of community workers interview.}