Written by Kathy Dupuy, Founder of Mom’s Best Friend
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…
You found a wonderful nanny to work in your home - congratulations! This is half the battle, but remember, it's only half the battle! The relationship is now in your hands, and if you want the best chance of success,…
When you have a Nanny Manager, you have more than someone who simply cares for your children. You have a right-hand man who is such a fantastic help during the holiday season. In the past, my nanny has been a…
Below are the final questions most asked by our clients and potential nanny clients: 6. What happens if I hire and they aren't a fit? What is your replacement policy? The majority of our placements are a long-term success, so…
After being in business for over 17 years, we find that many parents have the same questions about how a nanny search/placement works. We thought it would be a good idea to compile our top 10 questions and the answers…
Breedlove and Associates, the nation's tax and payroll company for household staff, surveyed their client families as to why they chose to work with a nanny agency. Below are their top 10 responses! 10. There's a higher chance of a…
The time has come that you have to go back to work. Whether your budget requires it, or you just enjoy your work, there will no doubt be some adjustments after you have had a child. Below are 5 Tips…
I had such a wonderful, productive weekend when I attended the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA) annual conference this past weekend! It is my second year on the APNA board, and I so enjoy the camaraderie and collaboration in…
Has this happened to you? The mother/nanny/child relationship is both beautiful and emotionally challenging at the same time. When we choose a caregiver, we want someone to stand in for us, be smart and trustworthy, show initiative, and surround our…
Many families come to us hoping to find one person to provide exceptional childcare and also clean and maintain your home. However, today's in-home professionals are specialized, and equipped with their own unique skill sets. Professional, career nannies and babysitters…