BLF Comments on Infant’s Death at Unlicensed Daycare

A Tragic Loss at a Daycare in Nashville

As covered in a report by Hoodline, a woman has been indicted on charges of first-degree murder, aggravated child neglect, and operating an unlicensed childcare agency after an infant died in her care. The Button Law Firm is not handling this case, but we have supported families who have gone through similar tragedies involving daycare abuse, neglect, or dangerous conditions.

Dive Deeper: What Happened at the Tennessee Daycare

According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, authorities responded to an apartment where they found an unresponsive infant. Several children were crying, and a man was seen trying to revive the baby with water. The child was transported to the hospital, but sadly did not survive.

An autopsy revealed the baby had an excessive amount of Diphenhydramine — the active ingredient in Benadryl — in their system, nearly three times the recommended adult dose. The woman responsible had been caring for ten children under the age of three in an unlicensed home daycare.

She was later arrested at a different residence, where more children were found in her care.

What To Do If You Suspect an Unlicensed Daycare Drugging Incident

Unlicensed daycares can operate without proper oversight, putting children at serious risk. When a child is drugged without a parent’s knowledge or consent, the consequences can be fatal, and it often signals a deeper pattern of neglect or abuse.

If you suspect a caregiver is operating illegally or using medication to sedate children:

Remove your child from the facility immediately
Get medical attention right away — even if your child seems okay
Report the daycare to your state’s childcare licensing agency
File a police report if there’s any sign of abuse or unauthorized drug use
Talk to a daycare injury attorney who can investigate and help protect your family’s rights

Families should never wonder whether their child is safe in someone else’s care. If anything feels off, trust your instincts and act.

How The Button Law Firm Helps Families After Daycare Negligence

At The Button Law Firm, we’ve seen families' devastation when a daycare facility breaks that trust. Whether it’s operating without a license, giving a child medication without consent, or simply failing to provide a safe environment, our team is committed to holding negligent caregivers accountable.

We work closely with families to uncover the truth, push for justice, and create safer environments for children across our communities.

Contact The Button Law Firm

Although we are not involved in the case reported by Hoodline, our team is here for families impacted by similar daycare tragedies. If your child was harmed or passed away at a daycare — licensed or not — we’re here to listen, provide answers, and guide you through what comes next.

You can give us a call at (214) 699-4409 or email us at [email protected]. You can also reach out to us by filling out the form below or by starting a chat with a member of our team.

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If you or someone you know has a child who was harmed by their daycare teacher, contact our firm. We know how difficult getting through this can be. Our experienced team wants to help guide you – as we have helped guide many parents and families within Midland, Houston, Dallas, and the surrounding areas.