What do snowmen do after bedtime? “Snowmen at Night” by Caralyn Buehner sparks big imagination in answering this question in little learners. This simple sensory tray brings the story to life. Using white modeling doh or air dough and a snowman building sensory kit from Amazon, toddlers and preschoolers can build and decorate their own […]
Toddler Harnesses and Leashes: Safety vs. Stigma
January 18, 2026 Leave a Comment
Toddlers are curious, energetic, and lightning fast when there’s something shiny, exciting, or forbidden to explore. For nannies traveling in public while juggling snacks, strollers, luggage, and keeping a toddler close can be tricky. That’s where toddler harnesses and leashes come in. But do they really work? Is there a stigma using them? Let’s unpack […]
Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers
January 16, 2026 Leave a Comment
Turkey stuffed bell peppers look colorful, taste comforting, and quietly deliver protein, brown or wild rice, and veggies in every bite. The children in my care absolutely love this basic turkey stuffed bell pepper recipe from Cooking for My Soul web site, except I stuff an entire bell pepper per serving instead of cutting the […]
Making 3D Cardboard Snowmen While Reading Snowmen Children’s Books
January 14, 2026 Leave a Comment
Decorating 3D cardboard snowmen is one of those activities children instantly fall in love with. From choosing silly smiles and colorful scarves to deciding where each button should go, kids get to express their creativity while building confidence and fine motor skills. As a nanny, I love this activity because it keeps little hands busy, […]
How Mel Robbins’ “The Let Them Theory” is a Survival Guide for Nannies
January 10, 2026 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library If you’ve ever found yourself negotiating with a toddler about a diaper change, a preschooler about giving them the wrong cup, a tween about wearing a coat in the winter, or a parent about the child’s sleep schedule, “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins might feel like it was […]
Lasagna Soup
January 9, 2026 Leave a Comment
One of the fastest ways to a child’s heart is through a warm bowl of something comforting and lasagna soup does exactly that. This cozy twist on a classic favorite feels special without being fussy, and kids love the creamy ricotta “dumplings” that melt into the broth. For nannies, it’s a simple winter meal that […]
Pinecone Bird Feeder and Winter Bird Books
January 7, 2026 Leave a Comment
Not all birds fly south for the winter. Read children’s books about winter birds listed below with the little ones in your care. Then, they will love making this simple bird feeder from a pine cone they find on a nature hike for the birds that have stayed in the neighborhood for the winter. You […]
Why Kids and Nannies Love Drawing with Window Markers and Crayons
January 4, 2026 Leave a Comment
Kids are naturally drawn to big, bold spaces and what’s bigger than a window? Crayola Washable Window Markers and Crayons let little artists and their nannies turn ordinary glass into a festive winter wonderland with snowflakes, snowmen, cozy houses, and snowy trees right on the windowpane. Drawing on glass feels different and magical compared to […]
Beef Stew and Mashed Potatoes
January 2, 2026 Leave a Comment
It’s cold and snowy outside where I work and live and nothing warms the house and little tummies of the kids in my care as much as a warm beef stew. I adjusted this easy stew recipe I found on the Delish web site to serve on top of mashed potatoes rather than adding baby […]
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