Some families looking to hire a professional nanny may prefer the option of a Live-in Nanny. There are many ways in which a live-in situation can be beneficial for both the family and the nanny. You may be a professional who has some weekly scheduled on call shifts, or simply work early or late hours …
The term “Nanny Share” has become more common in recent years. When exploring your child care options this can be a great one to consider. Perhaps you find yourself leaning towards hiring a nanny instead of using a daycare, yet your budget doesn’t have as much wiggle room as you would like. This is one …
It is so important for nannies and moms to have places that they can take the children for regular outings! This month we want to share Amaya Papaya with you! Run by a mom herself, Yolanda Tyler, you will find this indoor playground to be exceptional! Yolanda runs several mom groups and seeks to empower …
If you are a nanny that is employed by a work from home parent, you will face challenges in your work day that those employed by parents who work outside of the home will not. It is very possible to have a healthy and successful nanny/parent relationship in this case; the key is clear communication …
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Having a professional nanny in your home whether on a part time or full-time basis can be a huge help in getting and keeping your little ones on a solid schedule and daily routine. It is important for both you and your nanny to be on the same page with this. Children thrive and do …
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The summer months are upon us which, for many, mean vacations and plenty of travel time. If you are a family that has arranged to take your nanny with you on these trips, you will want to know the industry guidelines to follow to ensure a happy and smooth trip for everyone. Let’s take a …
Welcoming a new baby into your family is a very exciting time! Many parents find themselves wondering if they should give their nanny a raise when this happens. The answer is a solid yes! You may be thinking that since your older child will be in school that this does not apply, however it is …
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Just like your time is valuable your nanny’s is as well. It is for this reason that you must pay your nanny for every minute that she works, including the extra help that she provides that can pop up from week to week with your family’s schedule and needs. It is also legally the correct …
When you have an energetic and professional nanny caring for your children it is important to remember that she too is human and has the same types of needs during her work day that you have at your own. Hiring a nanny that you love is just part of the process, now that you have …
The choice to become a professional nanny means that you not only love children, you also love taking care of them. On a daily basis you are tending to the physical, emotional, and other daily needs of the children in your care. In addition to a nurturing spirit this requires the often overlooked task of …