We never imagined the strange circumstances that would surround our eighth birthday. Our team of 11 is spread across the country, and a few of them have already celebrated birthdays this spring from quarantine. While we miss each other and are all dealing with the current challenges created by COVID-19 in …read more

            We have really enjoyed getting to know the founders of Sproutable, and we can’t wait for you to experience their new line of nanny-focused education courses! Keep reading to learn more about their new Positive Discipline training for nannies, and how you can participate to receive a certification and portfolio …read more

        In the midst of a global pandemic, it makes sense to be sheltering in place and staying inside. That said, being outside is an essential aspect of childhood development. So how do nannies and parents find ways to balance their kids’ needs with their safety? Keep reading for tips from the …read more

      COVID-19 caused many families to lay off some of their most valuable household employees, and now as government restrictions are changing, many of those families are navigating how to manage the return to work for their employees.   We want to offer some considerations that will make the transition easier for families …read more

        Teachers are some of the most selfless, dedicated individuals in the world. Putting the needs of their classroom ahead of so much else in their lives, educators have undergone many expensive years of higher education themselves and often graduate with plenty of student loan debt, and an unquenchable desire to change …read more

        When it comes to identifying the best practices for childcare, checking in with the American Academy Of Pediatrics is always a great place to start. As we are all navigating the pandemic caused by COVID-19, you may have encountered some different information about using face masks, so let’s hear what the …read more

        If this spring has taught us anything, it’s that nothing can be taken for granted. While this has affected everyone in numerous ways, one of the most challenging pieces for many families has been the closure of schools across the country and many parents finding themselves to be substitute teachers this …read more

            Nannying and parenting in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic has placed so many caregivers into uncharted waters. Staying home day in and day out, managing homeschooling, redesigning daily routines, and managing the stress and worries that our young ones are experiencing — it’s definitely a lot to navigate. …read more

      COVID-19 has taken center stage, and our young people are becoming more aware of the impact. Handling long days at home without interacting with their friends and classmates in-person, existing around their siblings 24/7, all while the parents are potentially working from home — it’s a lot for anyone and especially our …read more

          We are thrilled for this year’s International Nanny Training Day online, sponsored by Nannypalooza, taking place THIS SUNDAY, April 19th in our private Facebook group at 9am (PST)/12pm (EST). For this year’s live stream we’re delighted to speak with an incredible lineup of talented industry leaders from HomeWork Solutions, to Newborn …read more