Posts Tagged ‘St. Louis nannies’
Writing a Nanny Job Description
So, you’ve hurdled through the monumental undertaking of finding a nanny as well as the daunting feeling of leaving your child with a stranger. After doing the background check and all other things-to-do involved in having a nanny, it’s often beneficial for both the nanny and you to establish the rules in your house and…
Read More10 Internet Safety Rules for Kids
For many kids this holiday season a new phone or tech device is high on their wish list. Monitoring your kids’ use of the internet by sitting with them is the most ideal way to keep them away from all the threats possible online. But this isn’t possible all the time. So, to make sure that…
Read MoreTop Tips for Helping Baby Sleep
The area of infant sleep is somewhat controversial. Some advocate letting babies “cry it out,” while others believe in meeting baby’s needs around the clock. Still others support co-sleeping, while the crib camp points to the advantages of baby having his or her own room. Following are some tips for helping your baby sleep. None…
Read MoreTips for checking a childcare reference.
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,…
Read MoreEvery Family Needs A Work Agreement With Their Nanny
TLC Family Care has always asked families and nannies to complete a work agreement before the nanny begins. Our friends at Breedlove and Associates share with us why the nanny work agreement or nanny contract is so important. Hiring a nanny can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for ultra-busy, sleep-deprived families. Often, the obsession…
Read MoreA Special Thank You to Babysitters
Being a nanny and a babysitter is an extremely important job. You are responsible for caring for and keeping safe a parent’s most precious gift. The days are filled with changing diapers, washing and refilling sippy cups and/or bottles, playing, reading, changing more diapers, and playing some more! It’s a tireless job that sometimes goes…
Read MoreThe Best Apps for Nannies
There is an app for that! New technology and apps aren’t just for fun – some new developments are incredibly useful for families and nannies. Here are just a few favorites from TLC for Kids: HiMaMa helps parents keep track of important moments they might otherwise miss. Nannies and parents alike can take pictures or…
Read MoreWhat to Wear for A Nanny Interview
Thank you to Greta Schraer from Nanny 101 for this helpful blog on what to wear for your nanny interview. “The first interview is your one and only chance to make the right first impression. The saying is true about never getting that second chance. It is important to think about what your clothes,…
Read MoreTLC Nanny of the Year….Meet Janice!
As you may know by now, this year we ran a contest for National Nanny Appreciation Week. We were humbled by all of the wonderful and heartfelt entries we received from our clients. It is very clear that TLC nannies are not only top notch caregivers but are truly valued and appreciated by their employers! …
Read MoreAn Annual Nanny Review
It’s been a year since you found your nanny and it’s time to hold an annual review. When you’re preparing for your annual review with your childcare provider, these are a few of the things that you’ll want to make a point of addressing. Compensation Changes If your nanny has requested a raise or a cost-of-living wage…
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