Thumbprint Heart Salt Dough Necklaces are the perfect Valentine’s Day craft. Kids love mixing the ingredients, rolling the dough, cutting out the shapes with cookie cutters, using their fingers to make hearts, painting their pendants, and creating a heartfelt gift that their friends and family can wear all in one sweet activity. Check out how […]
Groundhog Day Puppets
February 2, 2026 Leave a Comment
Today is Groundhog Day. The celebration derives from the Pennsylvania Dutch superstition that if a groundhog emerges from its burrow and sees its shadow, it will retreat to its den and winter will go on for six more weeks. If the groundhog does not see its shadow, spring will arrive early. The kids love making […]
Best Humidifiers for Babies and Children
February 1, 2026 Leave a Comment
Dry winter air, central heat, and low humidity can often leave tiny noses congested and skin feeling dry, cracked, and itchy. A cool-mist humidifier adds back moisture to the air, helping keep babies’ and children’s’ nasal passages clear, skin soft, and sleep deeper by easing irritation from colds and dry air. Choosing a cool mist […]
Pappardelle with Beef Bolognese
January 30, 2026 Leave a Comment
When dinner is Pappardelle with Beef Bolognese on a cold winter evening, it’s not just a meal, it’s comfort in a bowl. The wide, silky pasta is fun to twirl, the rich sauce is cozy and familiar, and the hearty flavors make even picky eaters feel at home. It’s the kind of dinner that brings […]
Heart-Shaped Bird Feeders
January 28, 2026 Leave a Comment
The children in my care loved making pinecone bird feeders so much this winter that I couldn’t resist finding a heart-shaped bird feeder activity to pair their love of feeding local birds with Valentine’s Day. I discovered this sweet idea on The Purposeful You web site, and it was a perfect fit. Watching winter birds […]
Soak and Seal: A Child’s Eczema Care Routine
January 25, 2026 Leave a Comment
Eczema is one of the most common and most frustrating skin challenges little ones face. As nannies we see firsthand how uncomfortable itchy, dry patches can make babies and children feel. While every child’s skin is unique and severe cases may need a pediatrician’s guidance, there are many gentle over-the-counter (OTC) products that can provide […]
Making the Perfect Grilled Cheese for Kids
January 23, 2026 Leave a Comment
Grilled cheese is a timeless comfort food that’s perfect for busy nanny days. It’s been my go-to side to soup all winter long for my Nanny Kids. Grilled cheese sandwiches are quick to make, kid-approved, and endlessly customizable by adding a protein like an egg, sliced turkey, beans, or bacon or a veggie like tomato […]
What Snowmen Do at Night Sensory Tray
January 21, 2026 Leave a Comment
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 […]
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