What’s Your Favorite Halloween Candy?

On October 31 children go trick-or-treating dressed in costumes going door to door to collect Halloween candy. The tradition of trick-or-treating evolved from “going a-souling,” a custom where children would ask for food and treats from door to door during Samhain. The phrase “trick or treat” is a suggestion that if a child receives a […]

Jack-O-Lantern Carving Kits

Kids love the annual tradition of carving Jack-o-lanterns for Halloween. To make a jack-o’-lantern, the top of a pumpkin is cut off to form a lid, the inside flesh is scooped out, and an image of a face is carved out of the rind exposing the hollow interior. A light source, traditionally a candle flame,’ […]

Cookie Halloween Haunted Houses

The children in my charge loved decorating this Cookie Halloween Haunted House from Trader Joe’s. I also found a bunch of cute cookie kits including this Gingerbread Haunted House Kit and these Mini Cookie Haunted House Kits. But you can also make cookie haunted houses by making your own cookies by following the recipe from […]

Favorite Eco-Friendly Bamboo Toothbrushes for Kids

Products Nannies Love My Nanny Family is very passionate about reducing their plastic usage in their home. Over 99% of the toothbrushes used are made of plastic. Toothbrushes are replaced on average every two to three months. FIVE TRILLION pieces of plastic currently pollute the oceans. Every year we continue to add to the pollution […]

Textured Sensory Calm Stickers

Textured Sensory Calm Stickers or Strips are the go-to choice for all ages and educational settings. Textured Sensory Calm Stickers or Strips are a perfect discreet visual and sensory alternative to fidget toys when they are too bulky and distracting for children with anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB) like skin […]

Music Set by Lovevery

Products Nannies Love According to some scientists, musical performance can be every bit as important educationally as reading or writing. From identifying patterns through color and sound to decoding sounds that help process words, the Lovevery Music Set unlocks academic benefits while building a love for music.  The Music Set by Lovevery is crafted to […]

 Tulip® Tie-Dye Shirts

Kids love tie-dying shirts each summer. I used the Tulip® Block Party One-Step Tie-Dye® Kit with the kids to make these shirts. Stocked with 8 must-have shades of One-Step Dye (128 ounces) in a bright rainbow palette: 8 (16-oz.) XL dye bottles (yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, blue, turquoise, and green), plus gloves, rubber bands, […]

My Favorite Water Bottles

Staying hydrated is essential for every cell in the body. Water helps the body maintain its temperature. When we exercise, we lose fluids through sweat, so drinking water helps replace those fluids and reduce the risk of heat stress. Hydration can also help with digestion, energy levels, joint pain, and kidney stone prevention. Even mild […]

Doona Car Seat & Stroller

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 […]

Make Extra Income Becoming a Certified Parent Coach

Realize the full potential of your Nanny profession with a Parent Coach Certification Course. With The Parent Coach Certification Course you can develop a deeper understanding of child behavior, growth milestones, as well as effective communication techniques and gentle behavior modification techniques to enhance your caregiving abilities. Position yourself as a standout candidate in the […]