Kids health and safety
TLC Family Care’s Guide to a Fun and Safe Family-Friendly Halloween
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for children and families alike. From dressing up in creative costumes to indulging in sweet treats, it’s a night full of fun and memory-making. But while it’s exciting, it’s also important to keep safety in mind, especially with little ones involved. At TLC…
Read MoreHow to Prepare and Deal with Flu Season: A Guide for Parents and Nannies
As flu season approaches, both parents and nannies need to be proactive in keeping children, from infants to school-age, safe and healthy. While we can’t completely avoid flu season, there are steps we can take to minimize the risk and manage symptoms if they arise. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate flu…
Read MoreSix Back-to-School Lunchbox Ideas
It’s time for your child to head back to school. You roll your eyes, because that means coming up with a new lunch five times a week, for the rest of the school year. What’s a parent to do? Here are some ideas for creative and healthy lunchbox ideas that you can send to school…
Read MoreKeeping Kids Safe Online: Modern Tips for Internet Safety and Screen Time Management
In today’s digital age, monitoring your kids’ internet use by sitting with them is ideal but not always feasible. However, there are several internet safety rules you can teach them to ensure they stay safe online even when you’re not around. Here are some updated tips for managing screen time and ensuring internet safety: Set…
Read MoreKeeping Your Child Safe This Summer: 5 Essential Tips for Nannies and Parents
Summer is a time of adventure and outdoor fun for children, but it’s also a season that requires heightened awareness and safety measures. Whether you’re a nanny or a parent, ensuring the well-being of your child during these warm months is paramount. Here are five essential tips to keep your child safe this summer. 1.…
Read MoreSpring Forward with Ease: 5 Tips for Helping Kids Adjust to Daylight Saving Time
As the days grow longer and the warmth of spring beckons, the annual ritual of Daylight Saving Time (DST) returns Sunday, March 10. While we adults may grumble about losing an hour of precious sleep, parents and nannies know that the real challenge lies in helping little ones adapt to the time change. Fear not!…
Read MoreCreating Social Media Guidelines with Your Nanny
In the era of digital connectivity, platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Threads, and Instagram have revolutionized how we share information, fostering unprecedented connections with friends and family. It’s conceivable that your nanny, like many, utilizes these platforms to stay in touch with loved ones, While sharing is generally positive, it’s crucial to establish boundaries when it…
Read MoreHelping Kids Adjust to The End of Daylight Savings Time
Daylight Savings time ends this Sunday, November 6th. Most of us will “fall back” our clocks for an extra hour of sleep. However, for most little kids this means an early rising. A child that wakes up at 6:30am will now be waking up at 5:30am. Not the extra hour we parents need and look…
Read More4 Car Safety Tips for Nannies to Follow
As a nanny, you’re not only investing in your childcare career, you’re also investing in the well-being and safety of someone else’s children. Your responsibility is to provide maximum care and the most hazard-free environment, which may include traveling via car. You may prefer to use your own vehicle for your job because you’re more…
Read MoreIs Make-Believe Healthy?
Young children take life literally. They view all situations as “good” or “bad.” Water is either “hot” or “cold.” Young children do not assign “degrees” to any situation, and in the young child’s world, everything is real. The three-year-old has absolutely no doubt that Sponge Bob or Dora the Explorer really exists. These characters are…
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