Coping With Hurricane Sandy 1. Show kids how to make shadow puppets using flashlights. 2. Play board games. 3. Play musical instruments. 4. Read a book by candle light or kerosene lantern. 5. Sing songs. Little kids love singing. Come up with funny songs you sang as a kid and teach them to the children. […]
[Continue reading...]Nannies and Au Pairs Are You Prepared to Care for the Kids During Hurricane Sandy?
October 28, 2012 2 Comments
EMA Basic Disaster Supplies Kit Hurricane Sandy is on it’s way and expected to affect over 24-million Americans. Last year at this time in the North East we had a freak snow storm that pulled down power lines and my family and many others didn’t have power for many weeks. I am packing a bag […]
[Continue reading...]The Healthy Mind, Healthy Body Handbook
October 27, 2012 2 Comments
Weekly Trip to the Library Do you want to make some changes? Would you like to learn more how to adopt some healthier habits? Does relationship or job stress find you feeling misunderstood or defensive, reluctant to ask others for help, reluctant to say “No,” or unable to set limits? Do you ever feel you […]
[Continue reading...]Fun and Educational Activities for Nannies and Au Pairs
October 26, 2012 1 Comment
It’s Easy to Have Fun While Learning Keeping children active and engaged is an important responsibility for nannies. However, it can sometimes be challenging to come up with new and exciting activities that children will enjoy. When planning activities, it is always important to keep in mind the ages of the children as well as […]
[Continue reading...]Do You Care for a Child That Bites?
October 25, 2012 1 Comment
What to Do When a Child Bites Other Kids From the Children’s Physician Network Establish a rule: “We never bite people.” Give the child a reason for the rule, namely that biting hurts. Suggest a safe alternative behavior. Tell the child that if he wants something he should come to you and ask for help […]
[Continue reading...]7 Safety Classes Nannies Should Consider Taking
October 23, 2012 3 Comments
What Safety Classes Should Nannies Take? By Martina Keyhell from becomeananny.com In addition to classes related to early childhood education and care, nannies can benefit from expanding their knowledge base by taking safety related courses, as well as increase their marketability and make themselves more attractive to potential families. CPR and First Aid Every nanny should […]
[Continue reading...]Importance of Nanny Mentors
October 22, 2012 1 Comment
Do You Have What it Takes to be a Nanny Mentor? By Marni Kent Nurturing and mentoring seem to come naturally to nannies. Working as a nanny for more than two decades I understand the isolation and lack of support that can overwhelm full-time nannies. That’s why I believe all nannies need a mentor. I […]
[Continue reading...]The Best Shopping Bags: IKEA Shopping Bags
October 21, 2012 2 Comments
Product Review Sunday Each Sunday I review a product that nannies and au pairs love. Today I am recommending a product I fell in love with because I live in an apartment building, not because I first used it at my nanny job. But recently I realized Ikea Shopping Bags are very useful at my […]
[Continue reading...]Ways to Ensure Your Nanny is a Safe Fit for Your Family
October 19, 2012 2 Comments
It’s unlikely that you’ll hire the very first nanny you come across without doing some sort of background research first. After all, you want to make sure that your nanny is someone that you feel comfortable bringing into your home and leaving alone with your kids all day. To help quell any uneasiness you may […]
[Continue reading...]Kellogg’s Mini-Wheats Recalled for Metal Fragments
October 18, 2012 2 Comments
The Kellogg Company has voluntarily recalled 2.8 million boxes of Frosted and Unfrosted Mini-Wheats due to a possible metal mesh in the cereal from a faulty manufacturing part, the company said this past week. According to the Wall Street Journal the recall will cost Kellog $30 million. Kellogg’s Frosted Mini-Wheats Bite Size Original cereal recalled are […]
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