Do you ever feel like sometimes the requests made of you from your Nanny Family are beyond the realm of what you're actually being paid to do? Curious as to what the differences are between a nanny, household manager, and nanny manager? Read on for more information that might help you at your next job (or your current one!)
Read MoreThinking about entering into a nanny share? Curious as to what a nanny share even IS? Look no further! Louise Dunham, of Placement Solutions, offers her advice on the important aspects to consider and how it can benefit everyone involved!
Read MoreIt's always great to hear about nannies and their charges giving back to the community, but we can't ignore the agencies that give back as well. Here's our first spotlight on The Nanny Loft, an agency with a truly big heart.
Read MoreA quick, easy and delicious new meal to cook at home or for your Nanny Family!
Read MoreMeet our April cover photographer!
Read MoreLast November, the Nannypalooza conference made it's way overseas to the UK. Louise Dunham, of Placement Solutions in Australia, gives us a first-hand account of the conference from it's organizers and attendees.
Read MoreWith cold and flu season at the worst that it's been in years, it's wise to take extra precautions to keep your little ones healthy. Heed this advice from pediatrician, Dr. Michael Warmoth from the HEAL Network to cover all of your bases this flu season!
Read MoreStill braving the cold, winter months where you live? There's nothing like a warm, home-cooked meal on a gloomy, chilly day. So curl up with the latest issue of Nanny Mag and a bowl of this yummy (and super easy!) mac and cheese; a recipe of love (and comfort food) passed down through the generations of author Carol Slager.
Read MoreWho doesn't love reading to their littles? Nannies are ever on the search for new books to keep it fresh and interesting for our charges. Kandice Cole offers us 5 books that she LOVES and recommends we start reading to the kiddos today!
Read MoreThe holiday season is over. Admit it, you've indulged a bit. There's nothing wrong with enjoying the yummy, home-cooked food and desserts over the holidays and the winter months, but you can be left feeling a little full in the new year. Ready to get back on track and start eating healthy again? Personal trainer and certified nutrition coach, Rob Jackson, gives us this delicious, quick recipe to kick start your new year off the healthy way!
Read MoreNanny Magazine recently communicated with Nanny Stella Reid and Michelle LaRowe about a hot topic affecting all nannies and families, social media. Many turn to social media to exude their personality, but if not meticulous, it can cost a nanny’s career. Reid and LaRowe answer many of the burning questions about protecting yourself (and your career!) on social media and you can find the full article in our January issue. In the meantime, here’s a sneak peek!
Read MoreThinking of making your own baby food? There are many health benefits to doing so. Clancy Cash Harrison offers some tips on making some delicious, healthy baby food for your littles!
Read More“More priority needs to be placed on the value of in-home childcare arrangements to not only benefit children, but parents,” says industry expert and CEO of Placement Solutions, Louise Dunham. In her book, State of the Nanny, Ms. Dunham explains that many families would benefit from the provision of quality, in-‐home care provided by professional nannies, who not only provide quality care to children, but help parents with the modern challenges of balancing work and family time.
Read MoreSnack time is a vital part of childhood, and of course you want to fill your little ones up with nutritious snacks that are also fun for them to eat. Try these tips for ensuring your charges are snacking on nothing but the best!
Read MoreHaving trouble getting your little ones to keep hydrated throughout the day? Water just not cutting it? Before you reach for that juice box or sports drink, read on about healthier options that aren't loaded with sugar.
Read MoreNanny Magazine talks with one of the organizers of the 1st ever Pacific Northwest All Star Nanny Conference, coming to Olympia, Washington this September! Find out more about this new professional development opportunity and learn how you can be a part of it!
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