If you’ve ever tiptoed through a child’s bedroom or playroom battlefield of plush lions, floppy bunnies, and rogue teddy bears, you know that stuffed animals multiply fast and are hard to keep uncluttered. Enter the hero of the playroom: the Large Stuffed Animal Storage Zoo by BEINGMATE Care — a clever wooden enclosure that turns […]
Nanny Finds for a Fun and Safe Bath Time
September 7, 2025 Leave a Comment
Bath time can go one of two ways: full-on splash-fest of fun or a disaster of slippery chaos with crying and protests. But with the right tools bath time can become your secret weapon for winding down, bonding, and relaxing over-tired children before bedtime. I have rounded up the best Amazon buys to help you turn […]
Traveling with Toddlers Without Screens: Sanity-Saving Toys and Tips from a Nanny
August 24, 2025 Leave a Comment
Let’s be honest traveling with toddlers can feel like a cross between a military operation and a reality show challenge — especially if you’re going screen-free. But as a longtime nanny who’s logged many miles by car, train, and plane with tiny travelers, I can assure you it can be done and it can even […]
Selling Slime with My L’ll Startup Is the New Kid Hustle
July 13, 2025 Leave a Comment
As nannies, we’ve all helped set up lemonade stands on hot summer days. They are adorable, but last about 30 minutes and live and die by the thermometer. Slime is a year-round revenue. Kids can sell slime on their front yard, at parks, parties, school fairs, and holiday craft markets. Slime doesn’t care what season […]
Favorite Easter Gifts for Kids
April 13, 2025 Leave a Comment
Easter is a wonderful time to surprise children with gifts that are both fun and meaningful. When in doubt, choosing an age-appropriate children’s book about Easter always makes a nice gift. Click here for our favorite children’s books about Easter and tap here for religious Easter books for children. You can find these gifts and […]
Nannies’ 5 Favorite Baby Wrap Carriers
March 23, 2025 1 Comment
When choosing a baby wrap carrier, it’s important to consider factors like comfort, ease of use, adjustability, and fabric style. Stretch vs. Non-stretch: Stretchy wraps (like Moby and Boba) are forgiving and easy to adjust, while non-stretch wraps (like those from Beco or Hoppediz) provide firmer support and prevent any sagging. Fabric: Consider breathable, lightweight […]
Nannies Favorite Kitchen Towers
March 2, 2025 Leave a Comment
A kitchen tower is a fantastic tool for young children, allowing them to safely reach higher surfaces and participate in activities like cooking, washing hands, or arts and crafts. Height adjustment, safety features, materials they are built of, the size, ease of assembly, and portability are all important factors when considering what tower to purchase. […]
Doona Car Seat & Stroller
May 19, 2024 Leave a Comment
With over 30 years of nanny experience this is my favorite stroller I have ever used! If you are a parent or nanny on the go, looking for a convenient stroller without sacrificing safety you will love the Doona Car Seat and Stroller. The Doona Car Seat & Stroller is the ultimate travel solution for […]
Nannies’ Favorite Apps
January 14, 2024 Leave a Comment
The US Nanny Association (USNA) asked 195 nannies what apps they use to make their jobs more efficient. The results were posted in the January 2024 US Nanny Association newsletter. The nannies that took the USNA poll answered they use apps for the grocery stores they frequent, the children’s schools, sports, and kid’s activities to […]
Favorite Train Tables
September 10, 2023 Leave a Comment
Train tables and train sets provide hours of open ended fun for children of all ages. Playing with trains helps children build fine motor skills, problem-solve, and foster their creativity. When choosing a train set and train table first consider the manufacturer’s age recommendation. Next, consider the size of the train table for the space […]
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