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Keep the Nanny you tirelessly vetted

Whether you hired your nanny or other in-home employee through Town + Country or by some other means, you’ve undoubtedly invested a good deal of time and effort to make the right hire. Now make sure you keep your valued employee. Communication and showing appreciation are “musts” in all facets of a domestic staffed household. If you are currently a domestic employer, annual reviews, bonus…

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The Inside Scoop from our Newborn Care Specialist

Some of the people I speak with who are considering hiring a Newborn Care Specialist are still not quite sure how it all really works so here are some answers to a few of the most common questions I get. If I’m breastfeeding does it make sense to have a Newborn Care Specialist? When the baby wakes up, the Newborn Care Specialist can bring the…

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Choosing the right nanny: A simple guide for families

Nannies play a crucial role in your child’s development, and finding the right one can feel like a daunting task, especially if you’re based in California or Texas. It’s a big responsibility to entrust someone with the care of your little ones, which is why you must have a measured approach to finding the perfect match for your family. In this guide, we’ll go through…

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Professional vs. Unprofessional Phone Use by Nannies and Caregivers

As the largest domestic placement agency here in California, we see a lot of what works and what doesn’t work for the families who hire through us. Most of the families we’re working with these days want to be able to communicate easily and effectively with their in-home employees, including through emailing, texting and good old fashioned phone calls. And just like so many of…

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How to Work Collaboratively with Your Nanny

The Nanny you hire plays an important role in the development of your child or children. Your Nanny will want to be sure he or she remains consistent with your approach and preferences, so continued communication while maintaining a team mindset is very important. Here are a few specific items you should address as an employer: Discipline Screen Time Behavior Patterns and Habits Education Health and Diet How…

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Getting into the Back-to-School Swing!

The start of school can be tricky after a nice, fun, relaxing summer break. Here are a few helpful hints to help transition back-to-school in a smooth manner. Make room in the pantry or refrigerator for designated snacks. Not only will you have foods ready to supplement lunch, but those looking for food will know which snacks that they can have, without having to ask you what’s…

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Ask MaryPat: How to Find Creative Activities for Toddlers

MaryPat doesn’t fly around with a black umbrella, but she does have over 20 years of experience as a Child Development Expert and over 10 years experience as a Placement Counselor in our Palo Alto office. She’s has a wealth of knowledge and we’re confident you will find her advice spot-on! Dear MaryPat, The children I care for love doing arts and crafts projects and really…

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