Valentine’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 MOREAdvice for Nannies When Working for a Divorcing Family
By A New England Nanny 7 0When parents divorce, it can be an upsetting experience for everyone involved. This includes a family’s nanny, particularly when the nanny has been working for the family for some time before a divorce begins. It can be awkward coming to work in an environment that was previously stable, and now is filled with uncertainty. But […]
READ MORE10 Tips for Checking Your Kids’ Halloween Candy
By A New England Nanny 8 0Ah, Halloween. It evokes many memories of sweaty costumes, running down the streets with friends, and of course, massive amounts of sugar in a variety of colored wrappers. While most families trust their neighbors are handing out perfectly safe candy, it never hurts to be cautious and delay the sugar gluttony for a few minutes […]
READ MOREFall into Fall this Weekend!
By A New England Nanny 19 0It looks like it’s going to be a gorgeous weekend (and for some, a 3-day weekend!) – the weather looks great, the leaves are changing colors everywhere, and it’s peak time for apple picking. Hopefully you’ll get a chance to get out with the kids for some fall fun. Here are a few of the […]
READ MORENational Nanny Recognition Week 2019
By A New England Nanny 33 0National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW) is September 22-28, 2019. 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 MOREYour Child is Ready for Kindergarten…How About You?
By A New England Nanny 26 0With school set to start very soon, we thought it would be a good time to take a look back at a post by our Assistant Director Debra Medina. Deb wrote this six years ago as she was preparing to send her daughter to Kindergarten, and it’s still quite relevant for parents who, even if […]
READ MOREWhat Parents Should Know About Digital Assistants
By A New England Nanny 17 0Alexa, Echo, Google Home…chances are you or someone you know has one of these devices – known as digital assistants – in their house. And while they certainly have many beneficial features for children, as with any technology that kids can access, there are concerns that parents and nannies need to be aware of. Here […]
READ MOREWhat Parents Want in a Nanny
By A New England Nanny 16 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 17 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 MOREHow Much Will a Nanny Cost?
By A New England Nanny 23 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 […]
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