Category Archives: Advice for Nannies

How to Pack a Healthy Lunch with a Healthy<br/> Punch for Your Children

It may seem easier and more convenient to stock your kids’ lunch boxes with bags of chips, fruit cups and packaged lunchmeat in a rush, but the reality is that your kids need a nutritious boost to get them through … Continue reading →

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6 Myths Behind Trial Periods

When it comes to hiring a nanny, many parents are interested in having a trial period with a candidate before making their job offer official. This often stems from the belief that a trial period offers them some special advantages. … Continue reading →

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10 Tips for Keeping Kids Safe in the Hot Houston Heat

Heat exhaustion and other heat related illnesses are serious threats to children during Houston’s blazing summers. In fact, heat is the number one weather-related killer in the US, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The American Academy of … Continue reading →

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Nanny, Housekeeper, Nanny/Housekeeper.
What’s the Difference?

When it comes to hiring household help, many parents aren’t sure where the responsibilities of a nanny end and a housekeeper begin. The misunderstanding of the role of a nanny can result in expectations that can’t realistically or safely be … Continue reading →

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Nanny and Employer Etiquette

“My boss left all the dirty dishes from the weekend in the sink for me to wash.” “My nanny refuses to empty the garbage when it’s full because doing so is not in her contact.” “My boss says she’s going … Continue reading →

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10 of the Best Places to Go for Your Child’s First Haircut in Houston

A child’s first hair cut is a milestone worth remembering, whether he’s got long, flowing locks or just a few wisps that need to be tamed. When it comes to salons, however, not all are created equal in terms of … Continue reading →

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Having a Successful Nanny Relationship When You Work From Home

For work from home parents, hiring a nanny seems like the perfect childcare solution. Work from home parents seemingly get the best of both worlds as they’re able to continue to work while being in the home with their children. … Continue reading →

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Break Into Nannying as a Summer Nanny

If you’ve been thinking about becoming a nanny but not sure if it’s the right career path for you, consider testing the waters out by working as a summer nanny. Summer nanny jobs require a short-term commitment, but full immersion … Continue reading →

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Keeping Up with Change as a Caregiver

By Michelle LaRowe Executive Director Whether you are a parent or a childcare provider, when you’re caring for children it is important to keep current with best practices in the field of early childhood care. I’ve reached a point in … Continue reading →

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10 of the Best Places to Shop for Kids in Houston

Houston, Texas is one home to a wide array of shopping and retail outlets, many of which are directed at or suitable for kids of all ages. Though there’s far more to Houston that can be encompassed on any short … Continue reading →

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