Finding the right nanny for your family is a BIG deal! If it feels overwhelming or stressful, that makes sense. To put it simply, you’re looking for a long-term partner for your family who will support you in caring for the most precious thing in your world: your children! It makes sense that you want to find the right fit. But successfully navigating a nanny search involves many key factors beyond just aligning on schedules needs, location, and pay rate.

While some families may think that working with multiple nanny agencies increases their chances of finding the best caregiver, it can actually lead to a variety of unique challenges and complications. The idea of casting a wider net by engaging with multiple nanny agencies may seem appealing, but the potential drawbacks in terms of efficiency, communication, and service quality are important considerations for families seeking childcare solutions.

Believe it or not, spring break is right around the corner. If you’re starting to finalize spring break trip plans or any other travel plans you may have in 2020, you’ve probably considered whether or not you should take your nanny with you. When presenting the opportunity of a work trip to your nanny, you’ll want to sit down together to lay out duties and expectations clearly so that everyone is on the same page. Please remember that ultimately, this is your vacation – not your nanny’s. She is making sacrifices to accompany your family on vacation and for that, she should be compensated appropriately.

The most perfect nanny on paper will not always be the perfect nanny for your family. While experience and references are certainly important, it is also important to find a caregiver who aligns with your parenting philosophies, communication style, personalities, passions, goals, etc. This is someone you can truly partner with!

Let me guess… you’re a new parent and you’ve heard terms floating like as babysitter, nanny, au pair, nanny, daycare and you are confused.

You want the best care possible for your child and you have no idea where to begin.