Children’s Books About Hurricanes! As the east coast of the United States prepares for a hurricane this weekend it’s important to have age-appropriate discussions about hurricanes with children to help relieve some of their anxiety. We recommend including the following age-appropriate children’s books about hurricanes to help children understand the storms. We have included both […]
What Are Your Best Tips to Help Kids With Their Homework? One of a nanny’s or au pair’s most important role with school-aged children is being a homework helper. The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) studies show that families that hire great child care providers are in a stronger position to have children that are successful in […]
Nannies and Au Pairs as Homework Helpers Evening Before School: The daily school routine should begin the evening before children go to school. In the evening nannies and children should gather all school supplies and completed homework needed for the next day. Backpacks should be packed, school lunches and snacks should be made and stored […]
Do You Remember the Mother Who Used Hot Sauce to Discipline Her Child on Dr. Phil? She’s Been Convicted of Child Abuse! Click here to see article. If suspect child abuse each state has different reporting agencies. The International Nanny Association has listed those agencies by state as well as the phone number. If your state […]
Right now, there are hundreds of supporters in the CA state capital lobbying in support of AB889 the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. The CA Domestic Workers Bill of Rights is currently in the Senate Appropriations Committee suspense file meaning that it is at risk of dying. Deadline to get this out of Appropriations is 8/25. If […]
Lifetime is coming to Chicago searching for “America’s Supernanny.” Producers of the upcoming reality series have set up a casting call from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. August 28 at the Palmer House Hilton, 17 E. Monroe St. They’re looking for a dynamic, caring and credentialed person to star in the series. “If you are […]
Are You Required to Help the Kids With Their Homework? The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) shows that the defining factor in having academically successful children of parents that work outside the home is the household help that they hire. The NAS studies show that families that hire great childcare providers are in a stronger position […]
Racism, Classism, Feminism, and a Great Cast Lead to Applause in the Theater Strong Women Are the Heroes of This Story I finally got to see The Help on the big screen last night and can officially recommend the movie to others. The Help by Kathryn Stockett is one of my favorite books ever. Click here for […]
Nanny Jobs Provide a Steady Source of Income, Yet Promise Little in the Way of Advancement Below are some interesting thoughts found in the Huffington Post by Rebecca Carroll comparing nannies today with the movie “The Help.” Click here to see entire article. I have met a handful of six-figure nannies. Yep, there are a few in-home childcare providers […]
Weekly Trip to the Library Reading children’s books about going to Preschool, Kindergarten, or First Grade is a great introduction to school and to help reduce separation anxiety for kids. Also, since all kids like to play school we recommend playing Kiddie College to help prepare children for school. Children learn through play and playing school with […]
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