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 […]
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!
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 […]
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.
Nanny Share Tips: How Does a Nanny Share Work?
The decisions surrounding childcare in NYC can seem overwhelming, especially when these decisions often have to be made either just before or just after giving birth. If you can make it work for you, a nanny share may be an ideal way to meet your childcare needs.
This Is How to Work with a Nanny When Parents Are Home
Balancing nanny and mom relationships can be tough when both are home full time. It is important to respect one another and remember your individual roles throughout the day. Check out this list of ways to make sure you and your nanny are working together in the best way for your little ones.