Hi, this is Chris, Daniel's father. I used SteemConnect to bypass the whole wait time mess. It costs 6 STEEM at today's value, but worth it. This is the post on how to do it. It took all but 5 minutes and done. https://steemit.com/news/@timcliff/new-tool-from-busy-org-create-new-steem-blockchain-accounts-with-steemconnect

There have been reports by other parents about account for kids being locked out even when it is fully managed by the parent, COPPA rules, so be aware of that. Look at the disclaimer and account owner note I put on the introduction post for this account @steempowerkid. I am hoping that helps keep it active.

Here is a recent post abut an account being locked out.
https://steemit.com/steemit/@sgnsteems/parents-beware-children-accounts-not-allowed