Little hands love making this colorful Indian corn craft made from chenille stems and pony beads found at One Little Project. It’s the perfect mix of creativity and fine motor skill fun. It is part art project, part sensory play, and all-around adorable. Read the children’s books listed below about corn as the kids get […]
[Continue reading...]Early Black Friday Prime Deals
November 16, 2025 Leave a Comment
Black Friday may still be more than a week away, but these early Prime deals are already sneaking out like toddlers past bedtime. I’ve rounded up the best nanny-approved steals so you can save big snd shop smart. Click this link to dive into the deals on my storefront before they disappear! As an Amazon […]
[Continue reading...]Easy Pumpkin Lasagna
November 14, 2025 Leave a Comment
While pumpkins are still in season it is a great time to make this simple pumpkin lasagna. Pumpkins are naturally sweet, packed with vitamins, and give lasagna a creamy, comforting texture that little ones love. Whether you’re cooking for picky eaters or looking for a warm family meal, this seasonal dish from Simply Recipes brings […]
[Continue reading...]Turkey Sun Catcher for Thanksgiving
November 12, 2025 Leave a Comment
There’s something magical about watching sunlight shine through this simple child’s handmade Turkey Sun Catcher for Thanksgiving. Maybe it’s the burst of color, maybe it’s the pride in the child’s smile — but somehow, this simple craft captures the warmth and joy of Thanksgiving perfectly. These colorful little turkeys don’t just brighten up windows, they […]
[Continue reading...]From Chaos to Cozy: Stuffed Animal Storage Zoo
November 9, 2025 Leave a Comment
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 […]
[Continue reading...]Make Bread with Children While Reading, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller
November 8, 2025 Leave a Comment
To help prepare for Thanksgiving read, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller and then extend the story’s themes of teamwork and gratitude through a fun, sensory activity of baking bread that encourages cooperation, fine motor skills, and patience with the children in your care. “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving […]
[Continue reading...]Pressure Cooker Cider Roasted Acorn Squash
November 7, 2025 Leave a Comment
The children in my care always enjoy trying a new fruit or vegetable. Autumn is the perfect time to try acorn squash. The children in my care loved the sweet topping on this acorn squash. This recipe makes a nice dish for a Thanksgiving celebration as well. You Will Need: 1 acorn squash1/2 cup apple […]
[Continue reading...]Autumn Salt Painting
November 5, 2025 Leave a Comment
Salt painting is a fun and easy art activity that combines glue, salt, and watercolor to create textured, colorful designs. Kids love watching the bright colors dance and spread across the glittery salt lines right before their eyes! But don’t move the paper while it’s wet — salt paintings are delicate until dry! You Will […]
[Continue reading...]Nanny Confessions: Don’t Put Off Joint Replacement Surgery
November 2, 2025 Leave a Comment
Getting a total knee replacement was the best upgrade I’ve ever made. I went from a creaky antique knee to a high-performance model in just a few hours. Working as a nanny with a bad knee had become nearly impossible. Stairs had become my mortal enemy, playgrounds felt like painful obstacle courses, and even a […]
[Continue reading...]Jack O’ Lantern Pizza
October 31, 2025 Leave a Comment
Skip the takeout! This Halloween, turn dinner into a deliciously spooky craft project with homemade Jack-o’-lantern pizzas! Use store bought fresh pizza dough and cut pepperoni or veggies to make Halloween dinner super easy. You can cut the dough in half for the kids to make their own personal pizzas. You Will Need: Pizza Dough1/4 […]
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