That is likely the case, See IRS form 2441 Instructions, here, page 1, which states:
You (and your spouse if filing jointly) must have earned income to take the credit or exclude dependent care benefits from your income.
Earned income for figuring the Child and Dependent Care Credit is defined on page 4 under Lines 4 and 5.
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