8 Things Teachers Wish Parents Knew
000Originally posted here. The parent-teacher relationship is indeed a special one. When you’re both on the same page, you can pave the way for a (hopefully!) smooth school year. But…
Successful Nanny Shares: The Parent’s Perspective
000Originally posted here. One of the things I often hear people say about hiring a Nanny is that it is “only for the rich”. While it is obviously true that…
5 Simple Tips For Stress-Free Homework Time
000Originally posted here. We all know how hectic after school time can be and getting kids to sit down and focus on their homework is a daily battle that we all…
6 Tricks to Get Your Kids Out the Door Faster
000Originally posted here. You never realize how jam-packed your morning can be until you have kids: Get out of bed. Get dressed. Comb hair. Make breakfast. Eat breakfast. Brush teeth.…
4 Self-defeating Things Nannies Do
000Written by Sue Downey and originally posted here on the Nannypalooza blog. I was thinking about all the ways we do not work in our own best interests. Nannies take…
16 Things A Nanny Should Know By The First Day On The Job
002By Sheri Lopez, originally posted here. As a nanny, there is a lot of emphasis placed on standing out during an interview. Naturally we want to do a great job…
USDA Dietary Guidelines for Children
000Originally posted here. If we are what we eat, then American kids are Fritos. That’s just one of the major findings from the new USDA Dietary Guidelines. Fries and chips…
4 Stress-less Tips For Working Moms
000 Originally posted here. Stressed? Feeling guilty? These feelings are just part of being a mom — especially if you are working full time. But there is no need for…
Sun Safety: Sunscreen and Sun Protection
000Originally posted here, on WebMD’s website. Getting through the summer will involve sunscreen — lots and lots of it. But as you smear it onto your kids, you may have…