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What to Do When Your Nanny Texts Too Much

February 12, 2013

It seems that phones today are used less for making actual phone calls and more for texting people and surfing the Web, something that can be a great convenience or a great distraction. Texting has become a concern for many … Continue reading

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Ways to Motivate Your Nanny to Provide Exceptional Care

January 29, 2013

Is your nanny consistently forgetting to pick up after she prepares meals in the kitchen? Does the children’s laundry seem to get forgotten? Do you feel like your nanny could spend more time engaging, rather than entertaining the kids? If … Continue reading

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How Much to Tip Your Nanny on Christmas

December 11, 2012

It’s the most wonderful time of the year again – it’s Christmastime! Along with all the friends and family you have on your gift giving list, you’re also probably trying to figure out how much to tip your nanny. You … Continue reading

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My Nanny Gave Notice, Now What?

December 6, 2012

In a perfect world, nannies would stay with their work family until the children outgrew the need for childcare, and parents and nannies would plan for the nanny’s departure as they would for any other essential childhood milestone. But the … Continue reading

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Letter to Our Editor About Nanny Cams

September 16, 2012

by Michelle LaRowe Editor in Chief For parents who employ a nanny, the decision of whether or not to have and/or to disclose the use of a nanny cam is an extremely personal one. It’s a question that involves both legal … Continue reading

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Working Interviews and Trial Periods

September 8, 2012

Part of the nanny screening and hiring process should include a working interview and a trial period. While phone interviews, in-person interviews, reference checking and background screening give you tremendous insight into who parents are considering to have care for … Continue reading

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The 10 Sins that Sabotage the Nanny / Employer Relationship

July 29, 2012

By Michelle LaRowe Editor-in –Chief For many parents, once they hire a nanny they enter into one of the most complex employer/employee relationships that exist. In addition to the personal dynamics that drive the parent and nanny relationship, the business … Continue reading

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10 Things That Will Make You a Great Nanny Employer

June 12, 2012

All nanny employers aren’t created equally. Like with any career there are both good employers and bad ones. As you enter into a nanny relationship, commit to being the best employer you can be.  Remember, it is no secret that … Continue reading

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