During National Nanny Recognition Week, I want to take time to recognize what makes nanny care so unique. For me, there’s no better place to start than the nanny-kid relationship. There are so many wonderful people who care for kids and become important parts of their lives. Daycare and family childcare providers care for them
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Most people think boundaries start with a conversation. But in reality, boundaries usually start much earlier, with self-awareness.Before you can clearly communicate a boundary externally, you first have to understand what’s happening internally. That means slowing down long enough to recognize your own patterns, reactions, fears, assumptions, and nervous system responses. A lot of the
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Please Stop Using “DOE” in Nanny Job Posts If there’s one small change families can make that would instantly improve their hiring results, it’s this: stop using DOE or negotiable when listing pay. I know the intention behind it. You’re trying to say you’re flexible. You’re trying to communicate, “We’re open. We want the right
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This time of year, there’s lots of talk about gratitude and joy and peace and slowing down. And yes, all of that is meaningful. But for those that work in private homes, that’s not how it generally works. This season isn’t slow. It’s full. Families are traveling. Routines go out the window. Schedules shift every
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Top Nanny Talent Candidate SummaryDaisy Doodle General InformationCandidate Number: nationwideName: Daisy DoodlePhone: (207) 370-4181Email: DaisyDoodle@gmail.com Search DetailsDate Available: When I find the right matchSearch Area: Portland, ME Roles Interested In– live-out– nanny– family assistant– nanny / family assistant hybrid– share nanny Schedule Open To– full-time– ROTA– weekends– overnights Length of Job Interested In– long term,
I recently came across a post that I strongly disagreed with and felt required a deeper response. The post highlighted five things they recommend including in nanny contracts and opened with the line, “These clauses are not standard in nanny contracts, and nannies often regret not having thought to add them to their contracts.” I
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