Category Archives: All About Nannies

Top 10 Reasons Nannies Quit

When it comes to leaving a nanny position, it’s very rare that a nanny does so because of the children in her care. Most issues that result in a nanny leaving her position stem from the business side of nannying; … Continue reading →

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Houston Summer Nannies

Securing summer nanny care in Houston, can be a real challenge, but it does not have to be. Summer nannies can solve a multitude of problems for working parents. Whether it be driving the children to and from camp or … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Better Manage Your Nanny

By Megan Gilbreath Nanny employers have a tricky task of balancing a personal and professional relationship with their nanny. But parents must have full confidence with this boundary, putting their working relationship first. And within this working relationship, it is … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Secrets of the Nanny Whisperer

Recently 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 →

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5 Reasons Being a Nanny is the Best Job for College Students

By Megan Gilbreath Every college student needs to earn a living, but with a class schedule that fluctuates from semester to semester and the blocks of time needed for homework and preparing for exams, how can a college student effectively … Continue reading →

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Average Nanny Wages in Houston

When 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 →

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10 Tips for Working with Morningside Nannies

At Morningside Nannies, we strive to earn your trust and ensure that you are satisfied with our services during each and every interaction. With backgrounds as nannies, nanny employers, agency owners, nanny organization administrators and caseworkers for child protective services, … Continue reading →

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Creating a Nanny Log Book

Having a nanny to care for your child when you can’t is a great asset and one way to make your relationship even better is through a Nanny Log Book. A Nanny Log Books allows you and your nanny to … Continue reading →

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Do You Know Your Market Value?

When conducting your job search, it’s vital that you know your market value. To determine wage expectations, many nannies simply add up their expenses each month and set their salary requirements based on those results. Others come up with with … Continue reading →

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Things to Talk About in an Annual Nanny Review

In 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 →

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