Hiring a Nanny Online? Know the Risks
By A New England Nanny 9 0The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) recently published the results of their investigation into the vetting and screening of caregivers on Care.com. The probe revealed that “in about nine instances over the past six years, caregivers in the U.S. who had police records were listed on Care.com and later were accused of committing crimes while caring for customers’ […]
READ MORE2019 interNational Nanny Training Day
By A New England Nanny 8 1Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s almost time for our annual educational event for nannies – interNational Nanny Training Day! Presented by Nannypalooza, National Nanny Training Day is held to recognize the needs of young children and to raise awareness of the positive correlation between nanny training and quality care. This national […]
READ MOREDo You Know About Lulu and Leo’s Law?
By A New England Nanny 7 0Many of us remember the horrific story from 2012, when a nanny in New York City murdered two of the children she was watching. It was later discovered that the nanny had falsified information on her application to become the family’s caregiver, and didn’t have any actual experience caring for children. This event led to […]
READ MORE2019 National Caregivers Day
By A New England Nanny 6 0Did you know? The third Friday in February is recognized as National Caregivers Day. This special day was founded in 2015 by the Providers Association for Home Health & Hospice Agencies (PAHHHA). It honors the men and women who provide vital services to individuals and families around the country. From nationaldaycalendar.com: Caregivers deliver a variety of […]
READ MOREWhat To Know About Domestic Violence And Nannies In New York
By A New England Nanny 8 0It’s certainly not an issue families or nannies want to have to discuss, but unfortunately sometimes it’s unavoidable. Domestic violence can impact people in all professions, and employers – including household employers – have certain responsibilities. Here are some things to know about domestic violence and nannies in New York state. You cannot punish a […]
READ MOREWhy it Takes a Village
By A New England Nanny 10 1Today’s post was written by our friend Quoida Lauzon, RN. Quoida has worked in the healthcare industry for the past nine years, from military installations to local clinics. She’s a licensed RN in the state of NY with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She is first aid/CPR trained for adults, children, and infants. Quoida’s practice […]
READ MORE10 Tips for Protecting Your Family’s Skin During Winter
By A New England Nanny 7 0‘Tis the season! Cold air and low humidity, combined with spending more time indoors and taking hot showers, can wreak havoc on your skin, especially on kids’ sensitive skin. Here are some tips from UCI Health for protecting your family’s skin during winter. 1. Block the winter sun It’s important to use sunscreen of at least 30 […]
READ MOREWhat Chores Can Kids Help With Around the House?
By A New England Nanny 10 0With the cold weather finally settling in, sometimes it’s just too cold to get the kids outside. So if you’ve got restless little ones and need some productive ideas, give yourself a break and put the kids to work! What chores can kids help with around the house? Dr. G at AskDoctorG.com has created this […]
READ MOREEducational Assistance for Nannies
By A New England Nanny 10 0Many nannies try to balance their education with their job as a caregiver. If you employ a nanny that is also in school, a very helpful benefit you might consider offering is that of educational assistance. Although optional, educational assistance for nannies is beneficial in providing a satisfying workplace. But if you do offer this […]
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