Monthly Archives: December 2012

Evaluating Your Wage Expectations

When it comes to determining how much you deserve to paid for your nanny services it can be tempting to base your wage expectations on what you feel your employer can afford to pay you or what you need to … Continue reading →

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7 Reasons Nannies Should Be Paid on the Books

When it comes to having taxes withheld from their paycheck, many nannies are under the impression that doing so is only a benefit to their employers. Why wouldn’t a nanny want to maximize her paycheck and bring home as much … Continue reading →

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How Much Notice Should Nannies Give?

Whether it’s because you are getting married and relocating or the job is no longer a good fit, giving notice, whether it is on good terms or bad, is never easy. For nannies, there’s more involved with leaving a job … Continue reading →

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Nannies and Housekeeping

When it comes to parents and nannies, one of the most common issues that arise in the working relationship is centered on the understanding of the nanny’s housekeeping responsibilities. Typical Housekeeping Duties Nannies are typically responsible for what is often … Continue reading →

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The 3R’s to Getting Kids Back On Track

Whether it’s after the holidays or a school or family vacation, getting the kids back into their normal routine is easier said than done. But when everyone works together, with a little time and effort, everyone will be back into … Continue reading →

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How to Become a Nanny

When individuals interested in becoming a nanny contact Morningside Nannies to inquire about securing a nanny position, they are often surprised to learn that we require previous nanny or formal childcare experience for consideration of representation. For those who wish … Continue reading →

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What it Takes to Succeed as a Nanny

Childcare providers who work as nannies for any length of time are motivated by more than a paycheck. While qualified, experienced nannies can certainly earn excellent wages, those who work as nannies typically don’t do so for the money. To … Continue reading →

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3 Reasons Nannies Stay Long-Term

At Morningside Nannies, the number one reason our nannies stay in their jobs far beyond their initial one-year commitment is a given. It’s because they truly love the kids they care for. But it takes more than love for the … Continue reading →

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Potty Training Tips for Families with Nannies

When you’re the primary childcare provider for a child, you simply start potty training when you feel it’s the right time. However, when you share the day in and day out caregiving responsibilities, potty training has to be a team … Continue reading →

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8 Websites Nannies Should Bookmark

When it comes to the Internet, there’s no lacking in information. However, not all information resources are created equally. For nannies looking for information and guidance on everything from dealing with difficult work situations to creating an educational lesson plan … Continue reading →

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