The Story of the Cherry Tree and Cherry Thumbprint CookiesPresident’s Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February to honor two of our greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. Today is a great day to remind children of the story of George Washington and the cherry tree. After telling children the story be […]
[Continue reading...]Nannies Favorite Diaper Rash Creams
February 20, 2011 5 Comments
Best Diaper Rash Creams for Kids with Eczema We recently reviewed our favorite products to use with children with eczema. During the series, 64 nannies and au pairs emailed Be the Best Nanny Newsletter asking what diaper creams are best to use on infants with eczema and diaper rash? First we need to look at […]
[Continue reading...]Children’s Books for President’s Day
February 19, 2011 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs Monday February 21, 2011 is President’s Day in America. Books can help children of all ages better understand the President’s role in our country. Here are two of our favorite. If I Were President by Catherine Stier and Dyanne Disalvo-Ryan This charming picture book gives […]
[Continue reading...]What Are Your Favorite Children’s Poems?
February 18, 2011 3 Comments
Poetry To Teach Children to Love Language Be the Best Nanny Newsletter’s new year resolution is to read more to children this year. We hear poetry everyday but often take it for granted. We hear poetry in the songs we sing and in the books we read. Poetry is often used in children’s books because […]
[Continue reading...]Free Nanny Webinar – Nanny Taxes: Facts, Fiction and Conversation How-Tos
February 16, 2011 1 Comment
Thursday, February 17th7:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM PST Presenters: Tom Breedlove and Lora Brawley In the first part of this webinar Tom Breedlove, a top nanny tax expert, will provide a comprehensive look at the what, when and why of nanny taxes. He’ll answer attendees’ questions in user-friendly language and provide helpful resources to […]
[Continue reading...]Teaching Kids About the Post Office
February 15, 2011 Leave a Comment
In This Date in History In this date in history, February 15, 1842, the Post Office used adhesive postage stamps for the first time. So, what better time to teach kids about the post office? Each day you can watch for the letter carrier or mail truck to come and allow the child to help […]
[Continue reading...]Celebrating Valentine’s Day for Nannies and Au Pairs
February 14, 2011 2 Comments
You Don’t Have to Spend a Dime of Your Own Money 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, […]
[Continue reading...]Valentine’s Books for Children
February 12, 2011 1 Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs You’re Lovable to Me by Kat YehWith a rhythmic text and whimsical illustrations, You’re Lovable to Me celebrates the love between parent and child that transcends behavior and time and enables a mother rabbit to tell each of her six bunnies that, no matter what, […]
[Continue reading...]Activities for Abe Lincoln’s Birthday
February 11, 2011 3 Comments
Learning About Abe Lincoln for Nannies and Au Pairs Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12th in 1809. President’s Day, which is celebrated on the 3rd Monday in February, honors Lincoln and Washington. We recommend nannies and au pairs try share some of the following activities with their young charges in honor of Abraham Lincoln’s […]
[Continue reading...]What Works for You in Treating Eczema?
February 10, 2011 6 Comments
When OTC Products Aren’t Enough in Treating Eczema We have been reviewing our favorite over-the-counter (OTC) products for the prevention and treatment of pediatric eczema. Here are our favorite OTC moisturizers, creams, and bathing cleansers: CeraVe is our favorite OTC cream to use on sensitive skin. It’s thick and creamy but not greasy and very […]
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