National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW) is September 20-26, 2020. It’s a time to celebrate our nannies and the amazing job they do. For more than 20 years, NNRW has brought awareness to the dedicated work nannies do, not for the money or perks, but for a true love of children. We couldn’t agree more […]
READ MOREWhat’s The Right Way to Set Up a Learning Pod?
By A New England Nanny Like 0Schools have opened for remote learning, but one local district has already shut down for in-person education and others could follow. Many parents are looking at hiring in-home teachers for learning pods or microschools, and if that’s a viable option for you, you’ll want to ensure you set up a learning pod the right way. […]
READ MOREHow to Help Kids Safely Use Online Technology
By A New England Nanny 4 0Since the pandemic began, people are spending more time online, including children, especially with remote learning going on in schools across the country. The following newsletter article from Sans.org discusses internet security for kids, and how parents and caregivers can help kids safely use online technology. Background Kids’ lives are online more than ever, from […]
READ MOREAfter-School Tutor Spotlight
By A New England Nanny 23 0With school schedules still unclear and many parents concerned about safety, an after-school tutor might be what you’re looking for. And we can help! We’d like to introduce you to our new in-home teacher. Meet Jonathan Jonathan is available as an after-school tutor every day after 3pm. He has his Masters Degree in Social Studies […]
READ MOREWhat are Learning Pods and Microschools?
By A New England Nanny 5 0Schools are planning to open next month, but parents are trying to balance the desire for their children to be in school with their health and safety. Many families are looking at hiring private teachers to create learning pods and microschools. Our payroll partner, GTM Payroll Services, offers this guidance on what these are and […]
READ MOREHow to Clean and Disinfect Homes Amid COVID-19
By A New England Nanny 6 0Whether you will have a caregiver or in-home educator coming to your home, or your kids will be going to school and returning with germs, it’s more important than ever to keep your home clean. This article compiles expert guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on how to clean and disinfect […]
READ MOREIn-Home Teacher Spotlight
By A New England Nanny 21 0With some parents wary of sending their children to school or daycares this fall, many may choose to have them learn at home. If you’re looking for help with child care for the back-to-school season, we’d like to introduce you to a fabulous in-home teacher! Meet Laura Laura enjoys being around children and she has […]
READ MOREConcerned About the Coronavirus Outbreak at a Local Daycare?
By A New England Nanny 8 0You may have heard about the recent coronavirus outbreak at a local daycare – the facility at Albany Medical Center. This is the situation all parents that use daycare centers want to avoid, but in these times, there is the risk of an outbreak happening at similar locations. While using a private, in-home caregiver is not risk-free, […]
READ MOREHow to Help Children Wear Masks During the Pandemic
By A New England Nanny 13 0While it may be hard for a child to get used to wearing a face covering, doing so helps to slow the spread of COVID-19. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services has the following advice to help children wear masks during the pandemic. Wearing masks is an important way to help slow the spread of the […]
READ MORETips for Swimming Safely This Summer
By A New England Nanny 15 0Drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in the United States. Explain swimming safety to children when young, and reinforce its importance regularly. Knowing how to swim and following these tips will help keep you and your children swimming safely. Swimming Pools Do not dive unless it’s deep enough to dive safely—it […]
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