1. Full-time Nanny A full-time nanny’s sole job is to care for your children. They work at least 40 hours a week (often more) caring for your child’s needs, planning activities, and managing child-related responsibilities. They focus on raising your children, teaching and engaging them, providing them with attention, and ensuring they are transported anywhere … Read more
7 practical tips to have great rapport with your nanny Often, the relationship between a nanny and family isn’t thought about too seriously. Many times, it’s treated as any other professional business relationship. A nanny/parent relationship is actually very important for the success of a long-term placement. Think about other meaningful relationships in your life … Read more
Often, new parents return to work before they’re ready to after having a baby. This causes a lot of stress and anxiety, especially for birthing moms as they’re still healing emotionally and physically. Yet, going back to work after the baby is the normal course of action many new parents take. You can find a … Read more
The importance of finding the right nanny cannot be overstated. A professional nanny is not just a caregiver but also a part of your family. A well-matched nanny-family relationship can provide your child with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment while allowing you to pursue your career and personal goals. On the other hand, a … Read more
What Does a Nanny Look For in a Family? Families choosing nannies is a topic that’s talked about often. What families should look for, what they should ask, and how they can screen nannies — these are common topics found in the nanny industry. But something that’s not discussed as often is, what does a … Read more
Parenting is the biggest, most impactful job you’ll ever have in your whole life. So, How Can You Understand Your Parenting Style? Let’s start by outlining different parenting styles to allow you to reflect in which one you align with the most. Respectful Parenting Respectful parenting is an approach to parenting that prioritizes the needs … Read more
Cultivating a culture that encourages lasting relationships Have you ever been employed in a toxic work environment? During that time, did you find it hard to do your job? Was it hard to complete tasks and be productive? How did the environment impact your emotional state and your mental health? Maybe it was difficult to … Read more
Hiring a nanny is no easy task. And when you’re entrusting them to care for your children, ensuring you have the perfect fit is paramount. While we’d like to believe everyone is good and who they say they are, the truth is you can never be too careful when hiring a caretaker for your children. … Read more
And How to Successfully Nanny When Parents Are Home. Whether it’s a result of COVID-19 or due to preference, there’s no doubt more and more people are working from home these days. And while this is convenient in so many ways — no commute, pajama pants, your favorite coffee mug, lunch in your own home … Read more
As a nanny, it can be hard to practice self-care. When your focus is always on the ones you’re caring for, it’s easy to throw yourself on the back burner. You tell yourself you’ll worry about yourself later. When you’re working long days and full weeks, how do you give yourself permission to take care … Read more
Nannies know having health insurance covered under their benefits package goes a long way. Not only does it provide an incentive to work with a family, but it also provides security for them and their own family. Many nannies are accustomed to paying for their insurance. Including nanny health insurance in your benefits makes you … Read more
What many families forget — or aren’t even aware of — are the standard nanny benefits that should be a part of every family-nanny relationship. Whether you employ a part-time or full-time nanny, certain benefits are standard and should be upheld. A willingness to provide basic standard nanny benefits ensures your ability to attract qualified … Read more
