Does your Nanny really know what she’s doing? How do you make sure your nanny really does know what she’s doing? Is it ok to ask your nanny to read up and be current on the newest ways to help your child reach those all-important developmental milestones? Well let’s consider how you approach your job. Do you try to keep up with new...
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3 Simple Tips to avoid being used when working as a Nanny Summer is in full swing and we have 3 simple tips to avoid being used when working as a nanny to share with you today. With the long hours and high flexibility often needed, nannies can begin to feel used and abused. Wrestling with feelings of resentment and bitterness every...
Read MoreHelping You Become the Best Nanny – Wisdom from Career Nannies Teaching Kids Manners - Making Imaginary Flowers Grow By Connie Before becoming a career nanny, I taught high school English and theater arts in an inner city school (boy and girl gang members included J) and in a middle class suburban high school. I greatly appreciated a select handful of kids from both environments...
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What Does A Nanny Do All Day What does a nanny do all day? Many clients often ask us “what can I ask my nanny to do while the baby is napping?” (they really don’t want to pay her to sit around watching TV or texting and I don’t blame them). But let’s really take a minute to consider what the traditional duties of a nanny...
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Should I pay taxes on my Nanny? Should I pay taxes on my Nanny? YES! Avoid the IRS & Make More Money! I remember finding out in college that my dad expected me to do my own taxes. Let’s just say I was not a happy camper. The word “taxes” brought a sense of dread and the thought of doing my own seemed...
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6 Ways You Can Sabotage Your Interview with Your Dream Nanny What are the common ways people sabotage their own interviews when trying to hire the perfect nanny? Finding and hiring someone to care for your children and be an integral part of your life is very difficult! Here at Georgia’s Dream Nannies we understand how stressful it can be and we...
Read MoreHiring an After School Nanny Hiring an after school nanny probably isn't on your radar while relaxing at the pool. With the summer flying by, it won’t be long before it’s time to figure out school schedules, transportation for extracurricular activities and tutoring for your child in their most dreaded subject. If last year was a little too stressful and you are...
Read MoreNannies - Summer Fun Activities For Kids Nannies, are you looking for Summer fun activities to do with the children this Summer? Are the kids bored with the daily grind? With the kids out of school, you (Nannies) have the opportunity to plan an amazing Summer of fun, laughter and excitement! Sometimes, however, it’s hard to figure out what to do with all...
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I hired A Nanny, now what? I remember hearing the frantic calls from clients saying I hired a Nanny, now what? I would calmly explain to them what to do and ease their anxiety. Well, fast forward a decade and it’s still an exciting and intense feeling all at the same time for new and seasoned families. Some parents feel the excitement fade...
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