With statistics ranging from 70 to 90 percent, it’s safe to say that a majority of car seats are incorrectly installed or misused. For parents and nannies who often share the responsibility of transporting the children, it’s essential that there … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, Nanny Training | Comments Off on Minimizing Car Seat Misuse for Parents and NanniesWhen the sun is shining and your children are eager to play outside, fun in the sun is inevitable. Whether your family is ready to splash around at a local waterpark, enjoy a jaunt to the park or launch a … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Parents, Houston | Comments Off on Tips for Beating the Heat in HoustonIn order to sustain a healthy and productive relationship with your nanny, it’s important to evaluate and meet for a performance review at least once a year. Even though you may be offering praise and tips along the way, a … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Parents, All About Nannies | Comments Off on Things to Talk About in an Annual Nanny ReviewThe phrase “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” can apply to many aspects of life. It especially rings true when parenting with the help of a nanny. In an ideal world, parents and nannies would agree on every belief, strategy and … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Parents | Comments Off on How to Prevent Little Things from Making<br/> Your Nanny Relationship Go BadThe kids are restless, you could use some time conversing with adults and the schedule is free for the day. Why not organize a play date? Organizing a play date takes some planning, but with these tips, you can provide … Continue reading
Posted in Activities, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on How to Organize a Play DateA child’s first visit to the dentist can bring out the worst in him or her. The fear of the unknown can spark cries, whines and even refusals to sit in that big, scary dentist chair. Learning how to calm … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Parents | Comments Off on 1st Timer: Taking the Pain Out of Your Child’s<br/> First Trip to the DentistData released by the United States National Highway Traffic Administration shows that, even with the increase in seatbelt law stringency and regulations regarding child safety seats in automobiles, traffic accidents are still the leading cause of death for children between … Continue reading
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, Houston | Comments Off on 10 Places to Find a Certified Car Seat Tech in HoustonIt 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
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents, Uncategorized | Comments Off on How to Pack a Healthy Lunch with a Healthy<br/> Punch for Your ChildrenWhen 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
Posted in Advice for Nannies, Advice for Parents | Comments Off on 6 Myths Behind Trial PeriodsHeat 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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