If you’re raising a family in New York City, you already know that childcare can be a huge expense. But that’s just par for the course in one of the most expensive cities in the United States. And you really can’t put a price on the peace of mind you get from knowing your children […]
Category: Nanny
Welcome nannies and parents! The relationship between a caregiver and a child can be one of the most important relationships for a child and one that parents often have the most questions about. Here you’ll find articles, videos and events on how to find a nanny, fostering a positive relationship between caregivers and children, improving the communication between caregivers and parents (and vice versa!) and more!
What You Need to Know about Taking Your Nanny on Vacation
We can all agree that having a nanny is a luxury. Bringing your nanny on a summer vacation – whether it’s for a long week away, for a summer in the Berkshires or the Hamptons, or even for the stay-cation at home – really is a gift. A good nanny knows when to stick around […]
This Is How to Check Nanny References
After a flurry of nanny interviews, you’ve finally narrowed down a candidate that seems like the perfect fit for your family. She has experience, she’s down-to-earth and level-headed, and oh, one minor detail—your kids absolutely love her. You couldn’t be happier, but don’t sign on the dotted line just yet… Just when you thought the […]
How to Go about Finding an Outstanding Brooklyn Nanny
Are you a family living in Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, Williamsburg or another Brooklyn community and looking to hire a nanny?We make it easy for you to find nannies in Brooklyn.
What is the Difference Between a Nanny and an Au Pair?
If daycare just isn’t your thing, you’ll need to find a caregiver to come to your home to take care of your kids. When it comes to deciding on a full-time care provider for your kids, your two main options are a nanny or an au pair. And in New York City, you’ll see plenty […]
This Is How to Sponsor a Nanny for a Green Card
We understand that finding a reliable caregiver for your child is one of the most stressful – and important – parts of being a parent. Once you find your trusted caregiver, the thought of losing that person because she or he does not have legal status in the United States can be terrifying. As immigration […]
This Is How to Pay Nanny Taxes: 5 Important Tips You Need to Know
From setting up tax payments to minimizing financial risk, you’ll need to finish these tasks before your nanny begins working. Here’s what you need to know when hiring a nanny and becoming a household employer, including paying taxes, paying your nanny legally, and reducing financial risk.
These are the Tax Breaks You’ll Get When You Hire a Summer Nanny Legally
Are you one of the thousands of New York families that hired a summer nanny for your child care needs this year? The good news is a summer nanny can be much less expensive than you think when you pay the nanny legally due to the way tax and payroll laws work out.