Spring and summer breaks are quickly approaching and this means a lot of families are planning vacations near and far. If your employer has asked you to travel with their family we encourage you to do so. Traveling with your employer can allow you to grow closer with your charges and also give you the opportunity to travel to areas you’ve never been. But before…

Who says the foodie explorations need to stop with the kids? Sure, it might be true that the high-end Italian restaurants and multi-course meals may need to be set aside temporarily – or maybe not entirely, as this recent article at the New York Times seems to suggest. But regardless, what if we were to tell you that “foodie fun” for the whole family does…

It is that time of year again. The kids are out of school and you’ll all be headed out on vacation soon. Maybe you’ll also have your Nanny or Family Assistant for help along they way. If so, remember that this trip will be work for her; it will be part of her job, and you should plan accordingly. While she will of course have…

OK, we admit it, as this blog post is being written, most kids have already started school, the rest will be starting next week, the leaves will be turning soon — and chances are that your weekend plans are already packed with back-to-school shopping. I know that’s high on my family’s list. Nevertheless, we recently sent out some information on great Bay Area museums to…

It’s that time of year again … SPRING BREAK! No doubt you’re looking forward to the great plans you’ve made. You might not be thinking about childcare on your trip just yet, but you will! If you are travelling with your Nanny, here are a few tips to consider while traveling: Remember, you pay for her expenses, including airfare, hotel, food, etc. Your Nanny is…

We recently added additional hours of coverage for our Temp Department. Now clients & candidates can both call in Friday through Sunday after hours. Need a Nanny on a moment’s notice? Last minute plans changed? In town for vacation or for a convention? Have an emergency that’s come up? Our regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, but now you…

Families often have questions about traveling with their Nanny. If you are planning to take your Nanny on a trip with you, here are some basic guidelines to consider: It’s always best to discuss the trip and your expectations with your Nanny before you leave.  Remember, it is not a vacation for your Nanny.  No matter how luxurious the accommodations or where she sits on…