Many families that utilized daycare centers before the coronavirus pandemic may be wary about sending their children back, now that those facilities are reopening. One reason families like to send their kids to daycare is for the social aspect – the children learn to work and play with their peers in a structured setting, preparing […]
READ MORE2020 interNational Nanny Training Day
By A New England Nanny 32 0UPDATE: Due to the public health crisis, we are postponing this event until further notice. Presented by Nannypalooza, interNational 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 initiative is part of Week of the Young […]
READ MOREValentines Day Gift Ideas for Parents and Nannies
By A New England Nanny 31 0Valentine’s Day is upon us, and families and nannies both often wonder how to help the children celebrate. While store-bought cards are thoughtful and convenient, they will adorn the counter or windowsill for a few weeks, then ultimately retire to a drawer somewhere, even with the best of intentions to be saved for years to […]
READ MOREWhat are the Rules for a Nanny Driving the Family’s Car?
By A New England Nanny 43 0If your nanny or other household employee is going to be driving the family’s car, you need to check your insurance policy and make sure that he or she is a listed driver. This is especially important if the employee will be regularly driving family members to and from appointments, school, and for outings. Other […]
READ MOREWhat to Look for in an After-School Nanny
By A New England Nanny 33 0As parents prepare for the school year to start up again very soon, many will be hiring an after-school nanny, or adjusting their current nanny’s hours as the children get back on their school’s schedule. We wanted to share this great article from our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services to help families who need a […]
READ MOREHow to Handle Expense Reports for Nannies
By A New England Nanny 37 0Families hiring a nanny have many things to consider, including whether or not the nanny will be driving the kids, if she or he will be using their own car, and whether the nanny will be purchasing anything for the family such as food, art supplies, etc. Some families may give cash to the nanny […]
READ MOREEmployee Benefits Parents Can Offer Nannies
By A New England Nanny 46 0While providing benefits for nannies and other household employees is largely optional and seldom required by law, they greatly help the household employer attract and retain high-level employees. By providing an attractive employee benefits package, the employer is helping to maintain a satisfied workforce. Satisfied employees equal a happy workplace, which in turn equals a […]
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know About Nanny Sharing
By A New England Nanny 35 0Many families are looking for ways to cut costs these days. For those that use nannies for their childcare, there is a trend that is becoming more and more popular: nanny sharing. Families can hire a nanny to watch their respective children simultaneously, or a nanny can work part-time for two different families. In either […]
READ MOREHow Much Will a Nanny Cost?
By A New England Nanny 36 0One of the most common questions we hear is: “How much will my nanny cost?” There are a lot of considerations that need to be addressed before answering that question. Our partner GTM Payroll Services has put together a thorough list of factors that go into what you’ll pay your nanny. 11 Factors When Budgeting […]
READ MOREWhen Children Age, a Nanny’s Role May Change
By A New England Nanny 49 0As a family’s children age, the nanny’s role and responsibilities will change. Obviously when you have a young child – an infant or a toddler – the nanny will need to concentrate their time and attention on the child, attending to their physical needs and interacting with them. But as children age and become more […]
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