Posts Tagged ‘taking care of sick kids’
TOYS CAN BE MULTITASKERS, TOO!
If you have been to the toy aisles of your local EverythingMart lately, you know how overwhelming shopping for toys can be. There are so many choices! Do you choose based on age? Gender? Television show or movie tie-in? How in the world can you figure out how to best stock your playroom with toys…
Read MoreFind the Perfect Holiday Gift For Your Nanny-Family
As a nanny, the family you work for is like your second family. You want to find the perfect gifts for the parents and children you adore, but they may be a bit difficult to please. This holiday season, take into consideration the family members’ personality types, brainstorm thoughtful gifts, identify undeniably helpful, practical items and…
Read MoreWhat causes separation anxiety?
Separation anxiety does not have a particular “cause.” It is a perfectly normal and important developmental adaptation of a child’s emotional and mental growth. Nothing you have done has “made” your child develop separation anxiety. Even though separation anxiety has not been caused by any particular action or event, there are caregiver actions that can…
Read MoreTeach Your Child to Practice Good Dental Hygiene
Children need to be taught the proper way how to care for their teeth as soon as their teeth begin to develop – and if you start them on the habit early, they’ll have good dental hygiene as an adult. You’ll have to carefully brush a baby’s teeth with a soft brush and don’t use…
Read MoreCaring For Sick Kids
Cold and Flu season is upon us. Make sure you’ve stocked up on all the essentials – cold medicine, thermometer, throat drops, tea, and get your flu shot. Another item to cross off your list should be to contact TLC and be registered for our backup care. Be prepared when the unexpected arrives. A reminder…
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