For parents of children with allergies, back to school time can be especially stressful. Ensuring your child’s safety when you’re not there can feel like a huge challenge. Fortunately, a little advance planning and preparation can go a long way … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on Back to School Tips for Parents of Kids with AllergiesWhen you spend a lot of time outdoors, protecting your skin is essential. For most people, their skin protection routine includes lathering on the sunscreen before heading out to play. But for young babies, children with sensitive skin and those … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, Houston | Comments Off on Protect Your Kids from the SunThe benefits of rich musical experiences are endless. Just listening to music can affect your mood and has even been casually linked to an increase in spatial intelligence. Making music boosts creativity and even self-esteem and even teaches many “non-musical … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on Music MattersSchool is almost out for the summer. If you’re looking to keep your sanity while keeping the kids engaged this summer, be sure to check out these three tips. 1. Have Playventrues Instead of hosting the standard playdate, take your … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on 3 Tips for Keeping Summer Break FunBy Megan Gilbreath With the end of another year, we all look back and laugh, wondering what happened to those New Year’s resolutions we made on January 1st. There were plans to get thinner, healthier, and happier. Such great intentions! … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on Making Resolutions that LastRecently I had the opportunity to review an advance copy of the new book, Secrets of the Nanny Whisperer by Tammy Gold. Given the complexities of the nanny/family relationship and the practical aspects of employing a nanny, it’s always good … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, All About Nannies | Comments Off on Book Review: The Secrets of the Nanny WhispererBy Megan Gilbreath Christmas may be over, but school vacation isn’t. With New Year’s around the corner, check out this easy to do craft to keep the kids busy and mealtimes less of a mess. Supplies: • Several colors of … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Advice for Nannies | Comments Off on Quick and Easy Placemat CraftBy Megan Gilbreath With Thanksgiving around the corner, your children are likely hearing a lot about this upcoming celebration. But how can we be sure that kids know there’s more behind the holiday than classroom crafts and grocery store runs? … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on 5 Tips for Teaching Gratefulness this ThanksgivingWhen parents and caregivers contact Morningside Nannies, one of the first things they ask is “What is the going rate for a nanny?” Fortunately, our staff is well-equipped to answer. Nannies in the Houston area placed through our agency typically … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, All About Nannies, Houston | Comments Off on Average Nanny Wages in HoustonAre you currently seeking your next nanny position? If so, be sure to avoid these top 5 mistakes nannies make when job searching. 1. Not being able to back-up your desired wages. As a placement specialist, I’m more than glad … Continue reading
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