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10 Best Gift Ideas for Kids this Christmas
Dec 03, 2020
If you're a VIP nanny, birthdays and Christmas present a common conundrum. The children in wealthy families seem to have everything they need at an early age. So if you’re working as a governess, nanny, tutor or governor this can make birthdays, Christmas and special occasions something of an issue. How do I find them something thoughtful that they don’t have already? Something that the parents will look at and nod, because...
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Which Toys Can I Buy For My Kids? A Nanny's Guide
Oct 12, 2020
Finding toys for kids can be a difficult task. There are a lot of factors that a nanny should take into consideration when choosing the right toy, including safety, hygiene, and its benefits. Newborn and infant aisles in modern toy stores offer thousands of different items, which means you need some criteria to narrow the options.  Young kids will accept any toy you give them. While they should be fun, nannies should also remember...
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Starting a Nanny Career - 7 Things to Know!
Sep 17, 2020
As children, we grew up watching movies where nannies had superpowers and a sharp instinct that allowed them to take care of children without breaking a sweat. Caregivers like Mary Poppins and Nanny McPhee taught us that a little goes a long way, and took us along on magical adventures full of mystery, dancing, and singing.  However, years later, Robin Williams broke the spell when he played Mrs. Doubtfire, a dad who went undercover...
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5 Ways a Rota Nanny can Keep Kids Busy While Travelling
Oct 20, 2019
We understand that when at work as a rota nanny , things can get stressful. And of course, travelling with your charges can be doubly stressful. Of course, you will need to keep an eye on your own bags. And to take care of the kids’ games , phones, bags and clothing. Oh, you may also be expected to watch out for your employer’s luggage. And then on top of all that, you’ve got to change your clothes and the...
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Kids & Technology ~~ Limit Your Child’s Screen Time Now! ~~
Feb 08, 2019
Are children spending too much time on screens? As a parent or nanny, have you ever had a gut feeling that your children are playing video games when they could be running in the fresh air looking to make mud pies? Or perhaps their blackberries are clicking away at the dinner table and they are unable to be emotionally present? Well, your gut is spot on, so listen to it! A little goes a long way Don’t get me...
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Nanny Job Tips for Adapting to Life as a Nanny!
May 16, 2018
Today's guest blog is from  Great British Nannies . So you’ve just touched down in a foreign country which perhaps you’ve never visited before.  Everything your eyes are seeing is new; perhaps you’re feeling a range of emotions you’ve never felt before.  All these changes are heightened by the fact that you are alone, and let’s face it; it’s a scary situation to be in! Time to start...
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