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May 6, 2013In an economic climate that’s still somewhat troubling and a highly competitive job market within the private childcare industry, asking for a raise can be a challenging prospect. Even if you’re only looking for a routine cost of living increase, … Continue reading
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April 25, 2013By Erin McNeill Mealtime is an important time for families. It’s a place to sit down, discuss your day, talk about the things you’d like to do and reconnect as a family. However, there’s always those few hours between school … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on 10 Healthy Snacks for Kids on the GoFormally Ending the Working Relationship
April 23, 2013For nannies and parents alike, the working relationship can feel so close and personal that when the relationship comes to an end, terminating the working arrangement formally feels a bit awkward. However, formally ending the relationship is important for many … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on Formally Ending the Working RelationshipHow to Turn Your Child’s Experiences into Teachable Moments
April 16, 2013By Erin McNeill Teachable moments are simply unplanned opportunities for learning. They aren’t part of the curriculum or the activities for the day, they are simply a child-led question or interest that sparks a moment of education on a particular … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on How to Turn Your Child’s Experiences into Teachable Moments10 Art Projects for Kids with Sensory Issues
April 10, 2013By Erin McNeill Kids with sensory issues are sometimes resistant to art projects because they don’t enjoy being messy or they don’t enjoy touching the mediums that are squishy, wet, or are made up of smaller parts, such as sand … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on 10 Art Projects for Kids with Sensory Issues10 Rules All Nannies Should Follow
April 2, 2013Whether you’re getting ready to assume your very first nanny post or are a seasoned veteran in the world of private, in-home childcare, following a few ground rules can make all the difference when it comes to the success and … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on 10 Rules All Nannies Should Follow10 Activities that Boost Your Pre-School Aged Child’s Math Skills
March 24, 2013By Erin McNeill Your pre-school aged child has a brain much like a sponge; it absorbs nearly every single thing you say or do throughout the day with them. Why not take advantage of your time Compliments quickly instead waiting … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on 10 Activities that Boost Your Pre-School Aged Child’s Math SkillsHow to Help Your Kids Adjust to a New Caregiver
March 19, 2013All good things must come to an end, whether it’s your relationship with a wonderful nanny who’s ready to move on or your stint at home after having kids. When it’s time to get your children acclimated to a new … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on How to Help Your Kids Adjust to a New Caregiver7 Activities to Help Kids Understand Passover
March 11, 2013By Erin McNeill Passover can be a difficult holiday for children to understand. The Seder (traditional Passover meal) can be long, and children don’t often understand why certain foods (leavened foods) are prohibited during the holiday. Here are a few activities … Continue reading
Posted in Nannies | Comments Off on 7 Activities to Help Kids Understand PassoverWhy You Should Attend a National Nanny Training Day Event in Your Area
March 7, 2013By Erin McNeill National Nanny Training Day (NNTD) is an annual event that falls on April 20, 2013, which is also the end of The Week of the Young Child (National Association for Education of Young Children). The event will be … Continue reading
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