Category Archives: Advice for Parents

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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What’s the Difference?

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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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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Making Vacation Time Work

When it comes to nannies and their vacation, the coordination and scheduling of it can be a bit tricky. Unlike in other lines of work where co-workers can pick up the slack or employees can check-in and deal with urgent … Continue reading →

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10 Tendencies of Type A Moms

So what if Type A moms are a little too self-critical and competitive? And what’s it to you if they’re a little wound up and tend to overreact? While their constant sense of urgency may lead to stress and heart … Continue reading →

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How to Set Your Backup Care Provider Up for Success

After scrambling to secure last minute childcare, it can be easy to forget to give your backup care provider the details she’ll need to do her job well. Creating a simple informational sheet can help ensure that your temporary caregiver … Continue reading →

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How to Talk to Your Nanny About Tough Topics

You’re six months into your nanny placement and everything was going great, until recently. You love your nanny, but you’ve noticed she’s been spending a little too much time on your personal computer, telling you when she needs a day … Continue reading →

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New Workers’ Compensation Solution Available

While Texas nanny employers are not legally required to obtain a worker’s compensation insurance policy, many voluntarily opt to do so – and for good reason. Workers’ compensation is an insurance policy that is purchased by employers to extend benefits … 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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