Managing Work-From-Home Paranoia As we all know, working from home (WFH) has become the norm for many organizations across the country this past year due to COVID-19 restrictions. This change has almost entirely eliminated the social aspect of the physical workplace, which has made it difficult for some employees to fully understand what their co-workers […]
READ MOREWhat to Know about Dependent Care FSAs and Returning to the Classroom
By A New England Nanny 10 0With schools set to reopen in the fall, parents will need to make many arrangements, including purchasing supplies, child care for kids not at school age, and more. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services’ software provider, isolved, offers this look at how dependent care FSAs can assist with costs associated with returning to the classroom. […]
READ MORETips for Parents and Nannies about UV Protection for Children
By A New England Nanny 15 0Most exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays happens before age 18. This is why experts strongly recommend that UV protection for children, toddlers and infants is at the same level, or higher, of protection for adults. Limiting Exposure Protect a child’s skin from the sun every day, especially during the peak hours of 10 a.m. to […]
READ MORE7 Tips for Caring for an Elderly Parent
By A New England Nanny 19 0With the advancement of medicine, technology and resources, our life expectancy is quite longer than it once was. This means that more elderly adults require assistance for longer periods of time. Caring for an elderly parent generally falls on the shoulders of their adult children and grandchildren, who are sometimes elderly themselves. Though caring for […]
READ MOREHere are the Presidential Candidates’ Child Care Plans
By A New England Nanny 46 0Election Day is not far away, and while both Donald Trump and Joe Biden have many differences, families may be wondering about their plans regarding child care costs and related issues. GTM Payroll Services, our payroll partner, offers this objective comparison of the two presidential candidates’ child care plans and what it could mean for […]
READ MORENational Nanny Recognition Week 2020
By A New England Nanny 96 0National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW) is September 20-26, 2020. 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 MOREHow to Avoid Burnout While Working From Home During COVID-19
By A New England Nanny 64 0For many workers, their new “normal” routine consists of getting out of bed and logging on to work. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has shifted the workplace from the office to kitchen tables and living rooms for thousands of employees. This shift to telecommuting has made it possible for employees to work while staying […]
READ MOREAdvice for Working Parents on Managing Stress
By A New England Nanny 36 0Many parents also hold full- or part-time jobs. However, being a parent on its own is one of the hardest jobs anyone could take on. Couple that with the stress of a career and it can be too much for anyone. Luckily we have some advice for working parents on managing stress. It’s not uncommon […]
READ MOREWhat You Need to Know About Hiring a Live-In Nanny
By A New England Nanny 55 0Many families have busy schedules and some parents work non-traditional hours, requiring child care often when daycares, schools, and other options are not available. For these reasons, and sometimes for the sake of convenience, some families opt to have their nanny live with them. While our agency can assist with the hiring process, our payroll […]
READ MOREValentines Day Gift Ideas for Parents and Nannies
By A New England Nanny 63 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 […]
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