Tips for checking a childcare reference.

By TLC Nannies & Sitters | September 14, 2017 |

This post originally appeared June 2011, but the information is still valuable. Reference checking can be a daunting task, but don’t delay in this important step in finding and hiring your nanny.  As the Placement Counselor for TLC for Kids in St. Louis, I often take for granted the things I do everyday.  For example,…

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How long will my nanny stay!?

By TLC Nannies & Sitters | July 11, 2011 |

One question I hear from families when hiring a nanny is, “How long is she going to stay?”   I tell families there are reasons why a nanny might leave that are out of your hands. However, there are things a family can do to help a nanny feel comfortable in her position and happy…

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