What Can (and Can’t) My Nanny Do for My Family

A common question I get asked in my consultations is what exactly a nanny’s job can include. Does it have to be limited to childcare or can they help with meals or housework? The short answer is that every family’s…

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What if My Nanny isn't Connecting with my Children

5 Tips to Help Your Child Bond With Your Nanny We sometimes have families whose children don’t immediately bond with their nannies, but never fear, nearly all of these situations resolve themselves on their own. If you have any concerns,…

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APNA Membership: Why It Matters to Families and Nannies Alike

Guest Blogger: Jami Dennis, President of the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies (APNA). In addition to being President of APNA, Jami is an experienced entrepreneur, nanny, household staffing agency co-owner (ABC Nannies & Domestics in Denver, Colorado), and former household employer (she employed three amazing…

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Introducing The Modern Nanny

I am a Contemporary 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…

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Competing for Nannies in a Tight Job Market

Families come to Mom’s Best Friend seeking highly-screened nannies, however, in the past 8-9 months, it has become a seller’s - ‘er I mean Nanny’s - market, as nannies are in extremely high demand. It is (don’t say it, don’t…

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Is it Easier to Hire a Nanny on Your Own?

Why Hiring a Nanny on Your Own Isn't "Free" It is not uncommon for a client family to pause a Nanny search because they found someone on their own through a word of mouth referral. And it is also VERY…

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