As a nanny, what do cultural differences look like between you and your employers? While we often think about big differences, such as religious practices or foods we eat, these differences can be much more subtle than we realize. How you speak to the kiddos, play with them, feed them, […]
Nannies looking for a new job this year are finding themselves in a unique situation, thanks to COVID-19. Even though your job requires face-to-face interaction, some families may not want to meet you in person unless they’re ready to hire you. That’s why nanny video interviews are becoming so popular […]
A live-in nanny is a nanny who lives in their employer’s home and provides child care. Families who opt to hire a live-in nanny instead of a live-out nanny (who commutes to the family’s home) do so for a variety of reasons. Live-in nannies can be more available to parents […]
When stay-at-home orders began earlier this year to halt the spread of COVID-19, parents across the country faced challenges with their children’s education. Schools closed abruptly, and students and their families had to quickly adjust to virtual learning. As we approach the start of the fall semester, many parents are […]
As summer approaches and school ends, you may be panicking at the thought of filling your children’s days with activities. You want your kids to enjoy their summer break, but maybe you’re not able to spend as much time with them as you’d like. Hiring a summer nanny is a […]
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, many families are still sheltering in place. That means many parents are working from home, while also juggling homeschooling and caring for their kids full-time. Are you one of them? A nanny can help lighten the workload for work-from-home parents if you’re lucky enough to […]
Caring for your charges when their parents are working from home can be challenging. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, many families are still following stay-at-home orders. When parents are suddenly working from home, the rules of authority, boundaries, schedules, and more can become confusing for both kids and adults. That’s […]
