Science Project to Do with Kids Breathe a little fresh color into the home you work in by doing this simple science project without the mess of potting soil or dirt. Bulbs generally contain all the nutrients required for blooming, although they still need water to grow blooms. Bulbs such as tulips, daffodils, amaryllis, and lilies grow without […]
What Are You Doing With Your Charges This Valentine’s Day? Nannies and au pairs can have a lot of fun with their charges without spending a dime of their own money. Although some in-home caregivers like to buy their charges presents and cards I am not even spending my own money on gifts. Instead, I […]
Meltdowns Solved – Take a Nap By Elizabeth Hawksworth One of the biggest concerns for parents and nannies is naptime. Some families advise nannies to let their children nap when they want to sleep, while other parents prefer to prescribe how long their children should nap. My nanny confession this week is: naptime routines are […]
Tactical Nanny: Security Guard and Nanny in One Julia Marsh of The New York Post interviewed Jonathan Gilliam, a former Navy SEAL, who is developing a new nanny agency, Tactical Nanny, offering female military veterans as caregivers. Gilliam came up with the idea, according to the Post, after the horrific slaying of two children in the Upper West […]
The Start of a New Year is a Great Time to Take Control of Your Financial Life If you worked hard and the parents rewarded your good work with a holiday bonus, don’t spend the extra income frivolously. Use the extra money to pay-off debt, build an emergency fund, make some investments, or even give […]
Learning About Kwanzaa Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration held in the United States honoring African heritage and culture. It is observed from December 26 to January 1 each year. Kwanzaa consists of seven days of celebration, featuring activities such as candle-lighting of a kinara and pouring of libations, and culminating in a feast and gift […]
Children’s Books Make the Perfect Holiday Gift We have been discussing giving kids quality gifts is much better than expensive gifts this holiday season. Books are perhaps the best gifts nannies and au pairs can give to children. There is still time to visit your local book store. Think of your charges favorite book series or their favorite characters […]
After the shooting yesterday in Connecticut where 27 are dead, including 20 children, after a man opened fire at Sandy Hook Elementary School I can’t help but discuss gun control. I really do understand both sides of the debate. Rifles for hunting and protecting one’s home has always been considered a right to many Americans. […]
Holiday Nanny Bonus: Cash Is King, But How Much? By Sue Shellenbarger, Associated Press Instead of a spoon full of sugar, how about some cash? As the holidays draw near, many parents are trying to figure out the best year-end gift for a nanny or sitter. While these caregivers might seem like family members much […]
Lyrics to The 12 Days of Christmas On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me A partridge in a pear tree. On the second day of Christmas, my true love sent to me Two turtle doves, And a partridge in a pear tree. On the third day of Christmas, my true […]
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