When you finally hire the perfect nanny, you breathe a sigh of relief. The application process can be demanding, and you’re happy to begin getting comfortable with the person who will be caring for your little ones. However, have you ever had a nanny quit just when things seem to be on a roll? Dealing with the resignation of a caregiver can be even harder when they’re not honest about why they quit. Find out the real reason your nanny might desert you so that you can prevent it from happening. 1. Salary Although many nannies love their charges as… 

Congratulations. You’ve found the nanny of your dreams, and everything is going wonderfully. Great nannies are very hard to find, so make sure you follow these best practices to avoid losing your dream nanny. Set clear and realistic expectations & communicate clearly Let the nanny know what is expected up front to avoid any conflicts in the future. Address concerns as they come up, and communicate clearly if expectations change. Communication is key to every successful relationship. Because a nanny works in your home, it’s easy for lines to become blurred and boundaries to be crossed. If your nanny does something… 

Hiring a caregiver for your child is a complex process that starts with the nanny job description. If you’re too vague, you might get a large number of applicants, but you’ll waste time weeding them out during the interviews. If you’re too rigid, you might miss out on the perfect candidate. Strike a balance and save time by following these tips for writing the perfect nanny job description. 1. Clarify The Necessary Qualifications Many people say that patience is the primary qualification that they seek in a nanny. However, kindness, experience, education, dependability, excellent references and hands-on experience are also… 

Have you ever been to a park or a playdate and noticed the way that someone else’s nanny interacts with her charges? You might recognize that other parents do things differently because certain things would never fly in your household. Employing a nanny is a highly personal process. Part of the caregiver hiring process involves determining if a nanny is right for you. Do her qualifications meet your needs? It seems obvious that a potential candidate needs to have the skills and experience that you desire. The problem is that many families don’t stop to think about what they’re looking… 

Many people fondly remember the episode of Friends in which Ross and Rachel hire a male nanny for their daughter, Emma, but Ross has a hard time accepting the gender of his child’s caregiver. That stereotype might still exist in some minds, but the childcare workforce has expanded to include a large percentage of highly qualified male nannies, or mannies. Many of these professionals are on the lookout for nannying jobs, and some have a hard time finding work specifically because of an outdated stereotype. As a parent searching for someone to work in your home with your child, it’s…