Introducing The Modern Nanny
I am a 2024 Nanny - ever wonder what I do? (Hint: it’s different than a babysitter) When I was a teenager, I started babysitting. I was the oldest child, and I babysat for my family, along with families from…
Keeping Up with Parenting Trends
A Nanny's Guide to Modern Parenting Philosophies
Understanding and Implementing Parenting Philosophies as a Nanny When parents hire their nanny, the expectation is that they will carry out their desired parenting philosophies. If you have been a nanny for some time, you’ve seen this landscape continue to…
Developmental Milestone Series: Ages 4 and 5
Journey Through Early Learning: Preschool Milestones Client families know that the nannies we represent are not only experienced and professional, but knowledgeable about the various developmental milestones that children experience. Monitoring these milestones determines whether a child’s development is on…
Ask the Nannies: How Do I Become a Professional Nanny?
Experienced Nannies Share Their Tips Mom’s Best Friend’s staffing specialists Melanie and Elena have extensive experience as professional nannies. Their advice addresses frequently asked questions from both aspiring and experienced nannies. Gaining Experience A career as a nanny starts differently…
Nanny Interview Tips: Get the Job You Want
7 Expert Tips for Making a Great Impression at an Interview We want to help you make sure that when you interview with families, you have the best chance of getting the job! If you have made it to…
Continue Your Nanny Education
Staying on Top of Parenting Trends We are so fortunate to represent the professional nannies of Mom's Best Friend! You are the leaders in your fields, and as experts, you understand the importance of knowing developmental milestones as well as…
Elevating the Industry
How You Can Elevate the Nanny Industry What a year this has been for the nanny industry! With a demand we've never before experienced in our 27+ years in business, nannies experienced a much-deserved pay increase and an appreciation…
Getting a Job from a Family Directly can Backfire
Educated Clients Make Better Employers It might seem easy to use NextDoor, Facebook, word of mouth, and other ways to directly get hired by a family, but will that hurt you in the long run? Will you be compensated fairly?…