Recently, a client called to talk about her nanny. She was kind and careful with her words, clearly trying not to sound critical, but it was obvious she was unhappy. From what she shared, I gathered that the nanny had…
Have you been needing to give feedback to your nanny, but are a bit nervous about how the conversation could go sideways? We have found that clear communication is the most important part of a working relationship with client families…
Hiring a nanny is more than just employing someone to look after your children; it's about welcoming a trusted individual into your family's daily life. From fostering your child’s growth to managing your home in your absence, nannies do a…
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,…
The Mom’s Best Friend staffing team is reading the book Crucial Conversations in order to build our communication and conflict management skills, and I can’t help but think about how useful the tools are for family-nanny communication. So many disagreements…
As the year has ended, and a brand-new year begins, now is the perfect time to schedule a year-end review with your fantastic nanny! Picture this: a back-and-forth exchange of ideas, a celebration of wins throughout the year (mastered potty…
5 Tips for a Long-Term Nanny Relationship If you are one of the lucky ones who has found your perfect nanny, we want to help you keep them! We pride ourselves on not only matching nannies and families, but equipping…
This month is a great time to step back and reflect on your role as a nanny employer. In this role, you are accountable to your family, your nanny, and to the government. We suggest creating an action plan with…
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time for setting goals, cleaning out your closet, or taking up a new hobby. A priority to put at the top of your list is to conduct a year-end review with…
Whether you are having a Semi-annual or an Annual Nanny Review, these 6 discussion items will go a long way in keeping open lines of communication between you and your nanny: Review of accomplishments: Hopefully you have been tracking…