When I look back at raising my children, the two milestones I found the most difficult are teaching my kids to drive, and potty training. Hands down. I wish I had done a bit more research (OK, any research), because…
Supporting Little Ones Through Separation Anxiety At around 6-9 months (or even as early as 4 months), babies typically switch from being happily passed around, to becoming extremely clingy to their parents (let’s be real, it’s mostly Mom). This separation…
Mastering Big Feelings and Emotions with Patience and Humor If you follow us on Instagram, you might see that we often make funny videos about toddler behavior. This is because big emotions and feelings are completely normal parts of child development…
As a nanny, you have an amazing opportunity to nurture children's growth through engaging activities and enrichment. One simple, yet profoundly impactful way to do this is by incorporating music and rhythm into your regular routine. Exposing children to music…
“Teaching kids about health and fitness is important to me. It’s about being fit for life.” -Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Retired American Track and Field Olympic Athlete The habits and patterns you are helping to build for the children in your care…
Understanding and Implementing Parenting Philosophies as a Nanny When parents hire their nanny, the expectation is that they will carry out their desired parenting philosophies. If you have been a nanny for some time, you’ve seen this landscape continue to…
Exploring Sensory Play Sensory play is a wonderful way for kids looking to explore their senses and engage in their creativity. This particular type of play creates mental connections and pathways, and children can learn about new textures and stimuli…
It’s nearly impossible to keep up with the ever-changing world of technology that continues to grow. However, technology is incorporated into children’s lives more and more, so it is important to pause and be intentional about limiting screen time in…
Journey Through Early Learning: Preschool Milestones Client families know that the nannies we represent are not only experienced and professional, but knowledgeable about the various developmental milestones that children experience. Monitoring these milestones determines whether a child’s development is on…