The Woes of a Part-time Nanny
I began this nanny agency 18 years ago, but it took me about 16 years of that to come to the conclusion that placing part-time (10-25 hrs/week) nannies was simply not in the best interest of the family or caregivers.…
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Maintaining Personal Boundaries with Your Nanny
Often times, conflict can arise when personal boundaries have been crossed between a family and their nanny. Let's face it, having someone work in your home is bound to push professional and personal boundaries. A Wall Street Journal article called…
What is the Value of Industry Association Membership?
We want you to feel comfortable with our agency before you even speak to us. One of the ways we do this is to open ourselves up to the scrutiny of the top household staffing industry associations. We feel confident…
Traveling With Your Children (Don't Leave Home Without...)
After 4 kids, I have had my share of "oops" moments when I travel. My husband and I have been to stores across the country, at all hours, spending way too much money and time tracking down items we didn't…
Annual Nanny Reviews
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time for setting goals, cleaning out your closet, or taking up a new hobby. A priority to put at the top of your list is to conduct a year-end review with…
Dealing With Changes in Your Nanny's Life
Change is a part of life. Families grow, children change schools, and parents start new jobs. Think back on your life and the changes that have taken place over the last five years. Maybe you moved, had a baby, or…
5 Common Nanny Hiring Mistakes
Many times we get calls from people who have recently had a bad experience hiring a nanny on their own. Most often, the reason that things fell apart can be traced back to the hiring process. I want to share…
Lists: Responsibility for your Kids and Easier for You
My nanny and I have been making lists for my kids ever since they were in pre-school. It started out with pictures I would draw and staple together into a book (before they could read), but has matured into detailed…
4 Ways I Keep my Children from Acting Spoiled Around the Holidays
My kids are thrilled about our holiday traditions - decorating the tree, hot cocoa, putting up stockings, a nativity scene, etc. - but let's face it, they can also tend to edge into greedy territory if I don't make a…
6 Must-Haves of a Nanny Employment Agreement
One of the tools I am most proud of at Mom's Best Friend is our Nanny Employment Agreement. Our document is 9 pages and has been built through real-world experience over our many years working with families. Because of this…