2017 INA Nanny of the Year ~ Candida Vajana

Each year the International Nanny Association honors an outstanding nanny for recognition by his/her peers and in-home child care industry. At the 32nd Annual INA Conference in Chicago, the 2017 Nanny of the Year Candida (Candi) Vajana received this honor. Candi has been a nanny for over 20 years. One of her goals is to…

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Nanny Pay and the Overtime Rule of 2016

On December 1st, 2016 the final rule for the overtime laws in the Fair Labor Standards Act takes effect.    The rule simplifies overtime laws and makes them easier for employers and employees to understand. The final rule will: Raise the salary threshold indicating eligibility from $455/week to $913 ($47,476 per year), ensuring protections to 4.2 million…

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Join our St. Louis Team- Recruiting Position Open

Are you looking for satisfying professional work supporting parents in the St. Louis community? TLC is hiring a Recruiting and Hiring Specialist who will attract great applicants and perform in-depth interviews and screening of nannies and sitters for our busy agency. We are a small, friendly office that is always buzzing with interviews, client meetings,…

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Making Museum Trips Fun for Kids

Museums are the perfect place for people of any age to learn about history, culture, and the arts, but they are especially important for kids because they offer the chance to see those things up close and personal.  St. Louis Museums like the St. Louis History Museum and the Art Museum are great places for…

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TLC for Kids Babysitter Reviews

Over the last few weeks we have collected some great feedback from our clients on the TLC sitters they have used.  Nothing makes us happier than to receive such glowing reviews of a job well done!  Way to go TLC caregivers! Here are some of the comments clients have shared with us: “Laura has been…

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How to Become A Newborn Care Specialist

Have you thought about becoming a Newborn Care Specialist or a Postpartum Doula? Many nannies have decided to become more specialized in the field of newborn care. Working as a newborn specialist is a fulfilling job for those who love infants and enjoying educating and supporting new parents as they adjust to their baby. Newborn…

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Benefits of Being a Live-In Nanny

Are you considering being a live-in nanny? A live-in nanny job is a great opportunity to connect with the kids and help a family! TLC for Kids has  live-in nanny jobs in Florida and St. Louis.  Take a look at our website for a list of current job openings. If you aren’t sure about being a live-in…

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The 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…

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Nanny Appreciation Week

September 20th to the 26th is Nanny Appreciation Week. Don’t forget to take a minute to celebrate your nanny next week.   Here are just a few ways to show your appreciation: 1.  Write up a list with the kids of all the things she does that you are thankful for. 2. Make a home made…

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Back-Up Childcare Available in St. Louis

The school year has started.  And, when kids go to school they start sharing germs! Chances are sometime this school year your kids will have sore throats, runny noses, fevers, or the flu and will need to stay home.   It is not easy for working parents to stay home from work when their child is sick.…

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