Nannies Deserve Paid Time Off, Overtime Pay, and Guaranteed Hours 

Nannies message me weekly on Facebook complaining about job interviews in which parents don’t want to offer paid time off (PTO), overtime pay, or guaranteed hours.  Here are some of the reasons I tell nannies to consider explaining to parent employers why they deserve PTO, overtime pay, and guaranteed hours. Career nannies have chosen childcare […]

Chocolate Dipped Cashews

Kids love when I drizzle or coat nuts with chocolate. While it feels like a dessert to the children, I get the peace of mind knowing cashews are packed with protein, healthy fats, and minerals like magnesium. I recommend starting with raw cashews for best results and following this recipe from the Savory Simple web […]

Painted Flowers with Cardboard Roll Stamps

The children in my care adore flowers so I have been making flower themed activities and lesson plans all summer. See how I had them paint flowers with stamps made from cardboard rolls. It’s messy! Use craft mats and have paper towels close by! See other activities I have done with the children including: pressed […]

Fairy Godmother Nanny Meme

“Nanny in a Book” by Louise Heren

As a nanny, I love resources that combine practical advice with real-world experience, and “Nanny in a Book” delivers exactly that. Drawing on the trusted methods of the renowned Norland Nannies, Louise Heren offers straightforward guidance on everything from sleep routines and potty training to behavior, manners, and everyday childcare challenges. What makes “Nanny in […]