It’s not something we like to think about, but domestic violence impacts people from all walks of life, including nannies and other household employees. A new law states that beginning November 18, 2019, all employers in New York – including household employers of nannies and other domestic workers – must grant domestic violence victim leave. […]
READ MORE16 Ways For Parents To Relax
By A New England Nanny 11 0Got kids? We don’t know about you, but we could certainly use a breather! Of course no matter what time of year it is, parents with young children are lucky to find a few moments here and there to just slow down and take it easy for a minute. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services […]
READ MOREWhat to Read on National Read a Book Day
By A New England Nanny 12 0While many feel that every day should include some reading (and not the online kind), today is National Read a Book Day! Whether you or your nanny read to your children, or you do some reading just for yourself, there are a multitude of options for people of every age. According to timeanddate.com, research has […]
READ MOREWhat Parents Want in a Nanny
By A New England Nanny 15 0When hiring a nanny, you want someone who your children will like and have fun with, but who will also make you feel comfortable about leaving your loved ones in their care. There are so many factors that help decide what parents want in a nanny. Our partner GTM Payroll Services has put together a […]
READ MOREWater Safety Rules for Parents and Nannies
By A New England Nanny 16 0It’s hot out there! Perfect weather for jumping in the pool or a lake, leaping over waves at the beach, splashing in a river, or even just flopping into a plastic tub in the backyard. Whatever type of water activity you and your kids enjoy, staying safe has to be top of mind…including when the […]
READ MOREMaking STRIDEs in the Community
By A New England Nanny 14 0On June 15th, A New England Nanny was proud to support STRIDE Adaptive Sports for their 10th Annual Strides 4 STRIDE 5k/2k Run, Walk ‘n Roll event at Jennings Landing in Albany. STRIDE is a nonprofit organization that provides over 8,000 adaptive sport and recreation lessons each year to individuals with disabilities, focusing on youth […]
READ MOREFather’s Day Funny Quotes
By A New England Nanny 23 0Whether you’re a father or you’re celebrating with your own father, grandfather, or other father figure in your life, Father’s Day always seems to be a little less sentimental and a little more goofy than Mother’s Day. But maybe that’s because dads are, in general, less sentimental and more goofy than moms. The term “dad […]
READ MOREHelpful Car Safety Rules and Tips for Parents and Nannies
By A New England Nanny 18 0Hitting the highway for a family road trip this summer? Will you or your nanny be shuttling the kids to and from camp? Maybe your little ones will be taking a school bus to and from camp each day. Whatever your plans are for summer (or any time of the year), you’ll want to check […]
READ MOREHow To Write A Good Job Description For Nannies
By A New England Nanny 18 0What constitutes a good job description for nannies? A precisely written description of the responsibilities and requirements that specify employer objectives is a critical step in building a successful employment relationship. A job description is, essentially, all the work to be done by the nanny, housekeeper, etc. It is really your first official document regarding […]
READ MOREShould You Hire a Nanny for the Summer?
By A New England Nanny 20 0As a parent, do you struggle with the decision about child care once school is out for the summer? Many families choose to send their kids to day camp (full- or part-time), while others opt to hire a nanny for the summer. With schedules and routines changing during those three months, it can be a […]
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