Summer in the City: Warm Weather Fun in the Nation’s Capital

The Washington, D.C. metro area, including Northern Virginia and Maryland, is a mecca of activities for nannies and families, especially during the summer. Read on for some summer fun in the D.C. area!

ActivitiesNanny MagazineJuly 23, 2013Activities, Fun, Kellie Geres, Summer

Summer in the City: It's Way Bigger and Better in San Antonio, Texas!

"It wasn't until I became a nanny that I discovered all the wonderful things San Antonio has to offer..."

ActivitiesNanny MagazineJuly 18, 2013Activities, Fun, Jada Pickett, San Diego, Summer in the City

Frozen Yogurt Bites

Need an ice cold, frozen summery treat for your little ones, but don't want to result to popsicles and ice cream and all the sugar that comes with it? Try freezing some other, healthier options instead!

RecipesNanny MagazineJuly 16, 2013Frozen, Healthy Snack, nannies, Recipe, Summer, Yogurt

Summer in the City: Big Apple Style

While some families flee to summer homes outside of the city, many others remain and depend on us to provide entertainment and continued learning for their precious protégées. Here are some ideas to get you and your charges out and about!

Adequate Vitamin D and Sun Exposure Protection for Children

Outdoor play is always important for children, but now that we are in the middle of summer every nanny must answer this important question: how much sun is too much sun?

HealthNanny MagazineJuly 9, 2013Children, Health, Nanies, Summer, Sunscreen

Perfect Picnics for Old-Fashioned Fun

Beautiful weather is upon us! No need to be stuck indoors any longer! Grab a blanket and pack a basket and take your charges out for a picnic lunch and a change of scenery! Smell that fresh air already!

Activities, RecipesNanny MagazineJuly 4, 2013Activities, Food, Kelly Knowlton, Picnics, RecipesComment

I'm a Nanny, Not a Babysitter. And Yes, There's a Difference!

"Using the term “babysitter” to describe what I do on a daily basis borders on degrading for many reasons."

Nanny IssuesNanny MagazineJuly 2, 2013Amanda Dunyak, Babysitter, Career, Nanny Life Comments

Part Two: Embarrassing (But Hilarious) Nanny Confessions

"One of my boys pooped in his pull up and went to take it off when the poop fell out onto the floor..."

FunNanny MagazineJune 28, 2013Awkward, Chelle Cochran, Funny Stories, HilariousComment

7 Ways to Fight Isolation and Build Your Nanny Network

"I used to keep the television on in the background just to hear adult voices." How's a nanny to feel included in life outside of her job? Easy. Build a nanny network, of course!

Nanny IssuesNanny MagazineJune 25, 2013Friendship, Isolation, Mallory Lynch, Nanny Life Comments

Quitting Time: How to Give Notice with Grace

Quitting any job is never easy. Quitting a job where you work so closely, day in and day out in another family's home can be even worse. How do you give notice with grace and without ruining the relationships you've built with your Nanny Family?

Creative Uses for Empty Berry Containers

After a berry-picking trip to the farm, you may be left with several of those plastic baskets they give you to carry your goods. Here are some creative ways to recycle and reuse them instead of chucking them in the garbage.

Top Tips for Creating a Pitch-Perfect Nannying Résumé and Cover Letter

When applying for jobs, you know that your resume and your cover letter are the first things you use to draw people in to your amazing skills and experience as a nanny. Here are some tips for creating the best resume to set you above the rest!

5 Father’s Day Quick Crafts

Don't know what to make for DadBoss this Father's Day? Nanny Mag has you covered with these 5 cute and easy gift ideas!

CraftsNanny MagazineJune 11, 2013Activities, Allison Creasy, Crafts, Dads, Father's Day Comment

The Truth about Juice: Simple Solutions for Cutting Down on the Sugar

We all know that store-bought juice is LOADED with sugar. If you have little ones craving some juice, here are some ways to cut back on the sugar.

HealthNanny MagazineJune 6, 2013Becca Szymkowicz, Health, Juice, Nutrition

The Easy Apple and Cinnamon Cake of Your Dreams

Apples and cinnamon? Mmmm! Here's a recipe for an easy and delicious cake you bake with your charges!

Recipes, UncategorizedNanny MagazineJune 3, 2013Apple Cake, Food, Recipes, Sascha Hutt, Toddlers

Nannies Don’t DO Saturdays!

Let's face it- as nannies, our job is EXHAUSTING. Many of us work well beyond the typical 40 hour work week as it is. So we treasure those weekends and those holidays- any time off we are granted! But sometimes it's so hard to say "no"...

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