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 […]
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. […]
Textured Sensory Calm Stickers
October 6, 2024 Leave a Comment
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
August 25, 2024 Leave a Comment
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 […]
My Favorite Water Bottles
July 21, 2024 Leave a Comment
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 […]
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 […]
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