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"I spotted a playmate of my daughter’s with her nanny, whom I’d never met. I greeted her, identifying myself as a friend of the girl’s mother. The nanny nodded politely but stiffly. Then I used my secret pass code: I added, 'I was a nanny for ten years!'"
Read MoreSalad?! For kids?! You'd be surprised what you can get a kid to eat. It's all in appearance...and adding some delicious toppings to cover up all that "scary" green your charges might be shying away from!
Read More"One of the most important things we can do as nannies is to empower a child to discover his or her own free will. " Need some thoughtful and inspiring words for your day? Read this essay; it's guaranteed to deliver!
Read MoreDo you have a charge with a severe case of separation anxiety? Jenn Gay reviews a children's book that is geared to help with that.
Read MoreYou don't need a college degree to be a nanny, but there ARE plenty of professional development opportunities open to nannies that will further their education and make a stellar addition to any resume. National Nanny Training Day is one of those opportunities.
Read MoreAre you tasked with the job of spring cleaning your charge's bedroom or their playroom? Where do you even start...
Read MoreWhat can a seasoned nanny with well over 20 years’ experience teach a new parent? It turns out, quite a lot.
Read MoreThis orange avocado mousse is a fun way to explore different flavors and textures with a splash of green color for St. Patrick’s Day
Read More" In recent years there has been a cultural backlash against the hypergendered-toy market, especially in the “pink aisle”. This backlash has stimulated a gender-neutral movement in general, from gender-neutral toys to gender-neutral colors and names. However, for some people, gender-neutral isn’t always good enough..."
Read MoreThe next time someone asks you why you love your job so much and how you can possibly make a career out of being a nanny, hit 'em with this article!
Read MoreWhy is having a nanny the best childcare option? Well, most of us already know this answer, but just in case you don't, read on...
Read More"It is up to the parents, mentors, teachers, and caregivers to recognize the potential in children to BE the caring, compassionate, and charitable children that we know they can be!" How can we teach the children we care for to be kind and compassionate amidst a world that seems to be in so much turmoil and filled with so much hate?
Read More"Compliment their behavior, goals, creativity, etc., to boost their confidence." Read on for more, little ways that you can show your charges how much you love them!
Read MoreHappy Valentine's Day! Show your charges some love this morning with some yummy and healthy breakfast bites!
Read MoreAs a professional nanny, I have come across some interesting, albeit offensive, requests. My favorites have been: “Can you wash our sheets?” “Can you clean the master bathroom?” “Can you bartend our party?” “Can you iron my shirt?”
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