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Do You Know About Lulu and Leo’s Law?
Many 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…
What To Know About Domestic Violence And Nannies In New York
It’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…
Valentine’s Day Babysitting
Why it Takes a Village
Today’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…
10 Tips for Protecting Your Family’s Skin During Winter
‘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…
What Chores Can Kids Help With Around the House?
With 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….
Educational Assistance for Nannies
Many 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…
What are Your New Year’s Eve Plans?
Making big plans for New Year’s Eve? Whether you want a night out on the town or you’re hosting your own bash, we are here to help! Go ahead and stay out past midnight, we’ve got you covered. Our babysitters are experienced, professional caregivers who have been…
Real Trees vs. Fake Trees: Reviving the Argument
Six years ago we posted about a debate between our Director Melissa and our Assistant Director Debra about whether it’s better to get a real Christmas tree or a fake one. With the holidays just around the corner, we thought it would be fun to revisit that post and see…