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As a nanny, you will be faced at times with ‘difficult’ children who will initially appear to be impossible to deal with.  It’s a frightening position to be in and I remember it well.  One of the most clear memories I have is of a seven year old boy named …

When talking about a perfect childcare specialist, most people automatically think of a Mary Poppins, who is extremely professional, educated, well—mannered, experienced, creative and fun. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with that! However, not that many people can imagine an extremely professional, educated, well-mannered, experienced, creative and fun Nanny…who …

Did you ever have one of those moments, when your heart stopped because the child you look after gets hurt? I’m sure this has happened at least once. It is like watching a film playing and you cannot press the pause button. I looked after two children at the time, …

Imagine yourself drifting off ……… let the muscles in your neck and shoulders relax and your breathing become slow and steady while I tell you why being a nanny is possibly one of only a few jobs that can help you stay younger than your years. While caring for children …

We’ve all had one of those days, when all you want to do is to go home and write your resignation letter and look for what others call a “real” job. But the “real” job is not for you, you love your nanny job and the little “angels” you look …

Most jobs have a use by date and in this day and age, nannying is one of them. Even today’s royalty don’t continue with the tradition of employing a nanny or governess who cares for the children from the time they are born until they are old enough to drive …

Over the many years I have been living life as a nanny, my duties have changed enormously since my first terrifying experience. It is a form of employment that changes all the time depending on your employers, their lifestyles, their dependents and a host of other things that you only …

As a nanny agency owner, I’m choosy: I don’t hire every applicant. As a care provider you should be just as choosy when interviewing with a potential placement agency. If you’re new to the industry, and not sure how to proceed, I’ve compiled some best tips here to offer guidance. …

It’s no surprise that the need for childcare has created a multi-billion dollar industry. Jobs for Newborn Care Specialists are always coming available, and if you have that “magic touch” with babies, it’s a wonderful career to pursue. A Newborn Care Specialist is exactly what it sounds like: a person …

You’ve got yourself ready and it’s time to go – no turning back now! I was successful in obtaining the position of a nanny to a family of seven – yes, that’s right, five children with two very, very busy parents who were often out of the country. There had …