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A Message From Kathy Change, however, is always a little unsettling. The same things that can be exciting about a new school year—new classes, new schedules, new friends—can also cause anxiety for the kids you care for, as well as for their parents. I’ve come to understand this anxiety first-hand. As a result, I know how reassuring it can be to have support in maintaining something like normalcy in the first months of school. That’s why all of us here at MBF are committed to help steady things for the families we serve during this time, whatever their needs may be. For many of you already in jobs, that can mean increased job demands, depending on your responsibilities. As an MBF Nanny, we are confident that you will ably help the family you serve throughout these anxious months. In the meantime, we are available to offer you any advice and support you may need to help ensure your continued success. For now, here’s wishing you a safe, healthy, and sane school year ahead!
 organization. The nanny will also need to exhibit a service heart and an engaging, warm personality. The goal of the Houston Supernanny Contest is to raise awareness within the community about the nanny profession and to shed light on the wonderful work our nannies provide. The application deadline is Tuesday, October 2, 2007. For complete Houston Supernanny Contest details and to download an application, click here. The top five finalist interviews will be held on October 12, and the winner will be honored at our Annual Recognition event and awarded an annual membership to the International Nanny Association along with other prizes. Mom’s Best Friend is excited to explore and view all applicant information, and looks forward to congratulating our future Supernanny!
It’s that time of year again to celebrate our wonderful nannies! The week of October 15-19, 2007 is Annual Nanny Recognition Week! You are a shining part of our community and we are proud of the service you provide. In your honor, Mom’s Best Friend will host a celebration recognition  party at Lupe Tortilla (West University location) on Wednesday, October 17th. There will be lunch and drinks provided, and all nannies and their charges are invited to join in on the celebration! The Supernanny winner will also be announced at this event. We are pleased to throw this party for all of you and we want you to know we appreciate you not just during Annual Nanny Recognition Week, but 365 days a year! Click here for the full Annual Nanny Recognition Week Fall Festival details.
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MBF Staff
October 2: Supernanny application deadline October 17: Annual Nanny Recognition Week Fall Festival and Supernanny Contest winner announcement
A: Well, here we are once again: Back to School! This is a time of great expectations, excitement and, of course, a little trepidation as well. These tips and techniques will get you through at least the winter holidays! One thing we depend on heavily (and that is essential with a child who splits her time between Mom and Dad’s houses) is a family calendar. Ours is on the computer (Gmail) and every person is in a different color. While this is definitely a high tech approach, a simple wall calendar, put up where everyone can see it, can work just as well.
In addition to the family calendar, we have a central location for shoes, backpacks, cell phones and keys. And it’s right in front of the door to the car. Before the kids head to the bath tub at night, they pack their backpacks and leave them there. Then in the morning, it’s the last thing they put on. Finally, to keep us on a healthy track, we pack a lunch 1 or 2 days out of the week. The kids check the lunch calendar and decide for the MONTH what days they want a school lunch. Then we plan a menu of lunches (noted on OUR calendar) so we can shop accordingly. Click here for some good sack lunch and snack suggestions. For more calendar and family organizing information, visit these sites:
Thanks and Happy School Year!
August 29, 2007 
Law firm tackles workers' juggling acts Nanny, household staffing service expands to San Antonio Press Release: San Antonio Moms Find New Best Friend
Several positions we'd like to highlight are: 5509 Spring, 4654 4:30-8:30 pm/flex to do 1 wkd night, and 5160 Sugarland. Are you an excellent household manager who can teach/speak Mandarin Chinese? Seeking a Nanny job in Corpus Christi? Live in Kingwood? We have a great job for you! Check our job board. We currently have after school and part-time nanny positions available, and plenty of semester and part-time Nanny positions.These are perfect for a student who has classes on certain days, and/or needs to supplement their income. Click here for available part-time positions Who do you know? Mom's Best Friend offers wonderful referral bonuses!!
 and spent time with many of the young girls of “The Settlement Home for Children” on Wednesday August 8th. Corban, an experienced dance instructor, displayed her dance skills by teaching a hip-hop routine. Lindsey and Laura taught the group how to make key chains during the craft activity. During this special time, the girls received attention in a constructive, positive way through creative learning!
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This year will be the first that all four of my children will be attending new schools. That has meant more running around for new clothes, books, and other supplies than in years past. Not only that—we are also experimenting with homeschooling my two oldest children part-time this year, which has caused a great deal of change in our normal schedules.
Another thing I would suggest is to schedule downtime. I find that my family benefits from that, and maybe yours will as well!
