Figuring Out the Right Range for a Nanny Salary

There are several ways that a family can determine the appropriate nanny salary. First, the family can ask other families in the area what they are paying their nannies. Next, the family can talk to a nanny agency to see what the going rate is for nannies. The family can also do some online research to find out what nanny salaries are in the state – there are many parenting message boards and online nanny agencies that have informative articles and discussions that can help narrow the range. One can safely assume that a nanny salary will be higher in an urban area that has a higher cost of living and lower in a suburban or rural area that has a lower cost of living.

In addition, look for studies that have been done to see what an appropriate range might be for a nanny salary. For example, a recent study done by the International Nanny Association (INA) reports that nanny salaries across the country can range from $300 to $1000 a week and from $12 to $15 per hour (1). The survey also states that nannies who provide extra services get paid more – between $25 and $100 per night for overnight care (with some nannies receiving nothing extra for overnight care) and between $50 and $200 per day for travel (2).

Live-In vs. Live-Out Nannies

If one is hiring a live-in nanny, one should also take into consideration that the nanny will be getting room and board as well as her pay, and should adjust the salary accordingly. A higher nanny salary might also be considered if the nanny is offering services other than childcare, such as housekeeping or cleaning. For a live-out nanny, her salary will be higher if she has a car that she can use to pick up the children and take them to school or to activities. She also may be asked to do such tasks as cook a meal or two for the children, and her salary should also be adjusted for this.

Experience

The range for a nanny salary will also depend on a nanny’s level of experience. A person who has worked as a nanny for several families in the past will command a higher nanny salary than a person who is seeking her first nanny position. Nannies with previous experience will also, of course, want to make as much as or more than they had made with their other families.

Extras

Another factor that could raise a nanny salary is anything extra that she brings to the table. Does she speak English fluently? Does she know CPR and first aid? Is she a specialist in something that she could tutor children in (math, science, a foreign language)? All of these things can contribute to a higher salary – and are likely worth paying the extra fee.

What If You Can’t Afford the Nanny You Like Best?

So what does a family do if they find a nanny they love and want to hire but they find her salary range to be higher than they expected? In a case like this, the family could try to bargain with the nanny, offering her extra services in trade for a slightly lowered hourly or weekly rate. For example, a dentist could provide free dental work. In addition, some families share their nannies, splitting the cost of the nanny salary over several children. The family could also offer extra perks to the nanny, such as extra time off, use of the family car, or use of a second home. In this way, the nanny feels that she is still valued but may be willing to negotiate to a lower weekly or hourly rate.

Conclusion

It is very important to investigate nanny salaries before you begin interviewing candidates so that you know ahead of time what you can afford. Knowing about a nanny salary first also gives you the ability to bargain with your ideal candidate if you cannot afford the top of the range by offering additional perks or trades. If you base your salary offers on where you live, the nanny’s experience, and additional benefits the nanny can offer your family, you’re sure to find the perfect candidate.

Sources

1. http://www.nanny.org/2006salarysurvey.htm
2. Ibid

About the Author

Steve Lampert is the president of eNannySource, an online nanny agency that brings together families and nannies. Lampert previously ran a successful, award-winning nanny agency in a major city for over 10 years, during which time he worked with thousands of families and nanny candidates. Through this experience, he became familiar with the important steps in a nanny search, which he continues to apply to his business today. To learn more, please visit www.enannysource.com.

Common Fears

One of the most common fears a new mother is likely to have about nannies is that this person they have brought into their home will run away with the baby or will harm the baby in some way. This is simply not the case. While there have been notable high-profile cases in years past of problematic caregivers, the truth is that the overwhelming majority of nannies are kind, caring people who will treat their charges as if they were their own children.

Another fear that new mothers may have about nannies is that their children will grow more attached to the nanny than to the mother herself. While it is true that a nanny for the child of a mother who works full time may spend a great deal of time with the child, she will never take the place of the mother. In fact, it is a sign of a good nanny if the children come to care for her greatly – the alternative, a nanny that the children do not like at all, is hardly ideal.

The Hiring Process – Where to Begin

The best way to abate any fears such as these is to make sure that all nannies are carefully screened throughout the hiring process. Whether the new mom is going through a nanny agency, which will handle the screening for her, or is investigating nannies on her own, this step is critical.

When hiring a nanny for a newborn, look for a candidate that has worked with newborns or infants in the past. Nannies with experience with older children may be acceptable candidates, but hiring a nanny with more specific experience with a baby can be helpful. Nannies with newborn experience also are more likely to come prepared with the endless calm and patience that is required to get through many hours with a baby.

Interviewing the Nannies

Once the pool of nannies has been narrowed down to a select few candidates, the parents of the child should interview each nanny multiple times. If possible, the parents should bring the newborn or baby to at least one interview to see how the nanny interacts with him or her. If the mom is still pregnant at the time of the interviews, this will of course not be possible. In such a case, checking references will be even more critical.

Checking Nanny References

Checking references of nannies is a step that many people may be tempted to skip because it can be time consuming. However, by checking a nanny’s references, a new mom may feel more at ease about hiring the candidate. Bear in mind that a nanny’s references will nearly always be other moms, so the new mom can feel comfortable asking questions and feeling out the answers mother to mother.

Before You Make the Final Decision

Finally, before hiring any nanny, you should make sure she has the proper legal documentation as required by Federal I-9 guidelines. You can also request that any nannies you are considering provide documentation of a negative TB test (or take a test if she hasn’t done so already) as well as any other medical tests or immunizations recommended by your family doctor.

Once You Have Hired the Nanny

After the hiring process is complete and a nanny has been selected, the new mom can still take further precautions to protect herself and her child. One of the best things to do, if scheduling allows, is to have the nanny start before the mom goes back to work. Getting to know the nanny in this manner can do wonders for making the new mom feel at ease and can also help ease the transition for the baby.

Once the mom is back at work, she might want to stop by at home unannounced a few times in the first few weeks to see what is really going on. She will almost certainly be greeted by a happy nanny and baby, but she can also catch any problems before they worsen. For a more concerned mother, a nanny cam can be installed in the home (without telling the nanny) to catch any misbehavior.

Above all, it is important for the new mom to try to relax. This can be difficult, but the truth is that a relaxed mom will make both the children and the nanny feel relaxed, which can ensure a pleasant relationship between everyone.

Conclusion

Returning back to work can be difficult for a new mom as she will have to leave her child with someone else for the first time. However, by carefully searching through a pool of nannies to find the best candidate for her family – through interviews, reference checking, and other procedures – the mom can feel comfortable with the person she has chosen to watch her baby. Remember that most nannies are very honest and reputable and that a great nanny can become a loving member of your extended family.

About the Author

Steve Lampert is the president of eNanny Source, an online nanny agency that brings together families and nannies. Lampert previously ran a successful, award-winning nanny agency in a major city for over 10 years, during which time he worked with thousands of families and nanny candidates. Through this experience, he became familiar with the important steps in a nanny search, which he continues to apply to his business today. To learn more, please visit www.enannysource.com.

Establish Realistic Expectations for Nannies

Nannies who are confused about their duties, or who feel that they are being asked to do more than they were originally told, are not likely to want to stay in their situation. You want to set realistic expectations from the very start of the relationship in order to avoid this pitfall. The easiest way to do this is to create a nanny contract that both the family and the nanny herself will sign. That way, if there is ever any concern about something down the line, the nanny contract can be referred to for clarification. If a nanny is going to do housekeeping along with watching the children, spell out just what housekeeping she is responsible for – and then don’t add new duties until you have discussed it with her and made an addendum to the nanny contract.

In addition, if the family does need help with something out of the ordinary – an extra hour of babysitting one night, for example – nannies always should be asked about it as early as possible. That way, your nanny has the time to see if the request is feasible with her schedule. Do not assume that just because a nanny lives in your house that she will be available at all hours and for everything you need. She will expect you to stick to the schedule you established at the outset and will want advance notice if something has changed. An occasional night of both parents working late by a few hours may not affect your relationship with your nanny, but if this were to become a regular occurrence you might find you have an unhappy nanny on your hands.

Reward the Nanny Financially – and Emotionally

Nannies are making a living just like everyone else. Keep your nanny happy and willing to stay with your family for the long term by setting up a regular schedule of yearly raises – around 5 to 10 percent, depending on the standards set in your area (ask other families what they offer if you are not sure). Nannies also appreciate financial bonuses during the December holiday season.

Of course, there are other ways aside from money to reward nannies and keep them happy. You can give your nanny paid time off to go to the doctor or to run other important errands that she needs for herself. You can increase her vacation time each year. You can also give her more privileges, such as use of the family car while the children are at school. But most importantly, you can reward her by making sure she knows what a valued member of your family she is and how good of a job she is doing. Nannies who only hear criticism become unhappy in the exact same way that anyone else with a critical boss would become unhappy and might seek another job.

Rein in Jealousy

Often, nannies may be faced with a jealous mother. The child may appear to prefer his or her nanny on the surface, which could make the mother feel uncomfortable. Bear in mind two things when this happens: this means that the nanny is doing a good job with the child, and it is not the nanny’s fault that this is happening. You can take time to talk to the nanny about your feelings and concerns, but do not lash out at her. It is far better to have a nanny that makes your children happy while she takes care of them than it is to find a nanny who makes your children miserable until you walk in the door.

Treat Your Nanny with Respect

Above all and through everything else, nannies need to be treated with respect. Your nanny should feel as if she is a valued member of your household at all times. If you have a problem, you should discuss it with her directly. If you think she has done something well or gone out of her way to take care of something that was not explicitly part of her job, you should recognize that and let her know you appreciate her hard work.

It’s a hard process to go through nannies and to find someone who will be a great fit in your home. Once you have found the right person, you want to make sure she will stick around. By following these guidelines, you are more likely to have a nanny who is happy and who wants to stay with you and your children for years to come.

About the Author

Steve Lampert is the president of eNanny Source, an online nanny agency that brings together families and nannies. Lampert previously ran a successful, award-winning nanny agency in a major city for over 10 years, during which time he worked with thousands of families and nanny candidates. Through this experience, he became familiar with the important steps in a nanny search, which he continues to apply to his business today. To learn more, please visit www.enannysource.com.

If you are hiring your nanny through a nanny agency, there may be someone in place who can take care of checking references for you. Such a person will be experienced in catching fake references that nannies may sneak into their resumes or in reading between the lines of what references say versus what they really mean. However, nanny agencies can be expensive, and you may instead want to find your nanny through an online service that allows you to do a lot of the legwork on your own. In that case, it is important that you have the proper mindset and tools with which to check the references of the nannies you are considering.

What You Can Learn from Checking References

You can learn a lot from checking references by listening not only to what the references do say but also reading between the lines about what they don’t say. Unlike other types of jobs, where someone serving as a reference is limited legally to what he or she can say about the person, those serving as references for nannies may be more forthcoming with information, both good and bad.

When you make the initial call, trust your instinct and listen closely to everything the nanny reference says. Most likely when you are checking references, you will be speaking to a parent just like you who will be eager to tell you about the nanny on both a personal and professional level. Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions to cover not only the nanny’s demeanor and credentials but also details about the family for which she worked. In that way you can delve deeper into the nanny’s behavior in situations that most closely resemble those she may encounter with your own family. Pay attention as well to how the nanny reference behaves. The person may be rushed or distracted, and you should factor that into how you feel about the interview.

Questions to Ask When Checking References

Here is a short list of some of the more important questions that you should ask the references of the nannies you are thinking of hiring:

• Was the nanny reliable and dependable? Can you give me an example of when she was/was not?
• What was she like as a person? Was she warm, strict, upbeat, or energetic? Did she get along well with all of the members of your family?
• What additional duties did she perform for your family? How well did she do these?
• How well did she follow directions?
• How comfortable did you feel about her ability to handle an emergency? Did she ever have to react quickly to a medical problem or other issue? How did that go?
• Do you recommend that I hire this person to be a nanny for my children?

Before you begin checking references, you can also jot down notes about specific issues with which you may be concerned. For example, if your family has a pet, you can ask the reference how the nanny was around animals. If your family needs a nanny who can take your children to and from school, you can ask the nanny reference about the nanny’s driving abilities and find out how well she was able to keep to a schedule.

If you are working with bricks-and-mortar nanny agencies, they should be able to give you other tips about what to ask about nannies. If you are working with online nanny services, you may even be able to access helpful worksheets with additional questions and ideas about what to ask or what to listen for when checking references.

Red Flags when Checking References

Beware of phony references. Nannies with little or no prior experience may list friends or family members as prior employers. While it can be hard to recognize a fake nanny reference at first, there are some red flags. Check to see if the salary listed for the prior employer matches up with the going rates for nannies with comparable experience and education in your area. If it is much too high, you could possibly be looking at a fake reference.

In addition, when you are checking references, listen to how the nanny is described. There is a difference between an enthusiastic mother who loved the nanny and who ended the relationship only when her needs changed and a friend posing as a nanny reference who sounds like she is trying to sell the nanny as a perfect candidate.

Conclusion

When a family is searching for nannies, particularly if there are time constraints on the search – the mother is going back to work in a week, the nanny already in place just gave her notice, and so on – it may be tempting to skip the checking references step based on a “good feeling.” However, do not fall into this trap. Checking the references of nannies is one of the most important steps in the hiring process – it can give you insight into the nanny’s personality and work ethic that you would not otherwise be able to gain from an interview.

Bottom line, make sure you set aside time to call everyone the nanny lists as a reference on her application. While nothing is foolproof, checking references will help to make you feel more comfortable about the person you are bringing into your home to keep your children happy, healthy, and safe.

About the Author

Steve Lampert is the president of eNanny Source, an online nanny agency that brings together families and nannies. Lampert previously ran a successful, award-winning nanny agency in a major city for over 10 years, during which time he worked with thousands of families and nanny candidates. Through this experience, he became familiar with the important steps in a nanny search, which he continues to apply to his business today. To learn more, please visit www.enannysource.com.

No matter how you find your nanny, you’ll have to interview them. Interviewing a nanny is one of the most important jobs that you have. Simply, this is the best way to get your first opinion of the person in front of you. At this point you should have already done the hard work of finding people that fit your needs and qualifications. You should have been able to establish the needs that you have and the qualifications of the person that you are looking for.

Before you get started interviewing though, you’ll want to take in yet another consideration. The personality of the nanny that you plan to hire is one of the most essential things that you’ll need to consider and one of the hardest to gauge. During the interview process, you’ll be able to talk to the potential nanny and ask them questions.

Remember, they are applying for a job and therefore are very interested in pleasing you at this point. Unfortunately, you’ll find a few bad seeds out there but more often this is rare. What is the personality of the individual you are looking for? This is probably pretty hard to tell, until the interview. You’ll answer that question with things like someone that is honest, reliable and responsible.

Yet, these things are near impossible to tell just from talking with someone. Instead, you’ll need to do your homework on that person as we’ve discussed. If you decide not to work with an agency to find the right nanny, then do all of what they do to insure the person that you are interviewing is the person that is right for your job.

Since you are officially going to be an employer, you’ll need to get a contract together to work with your nanny. If you are working with a nanny placement agency, they may have a few resources for you to select and use to help you to meet the requirements needed.

A contract should include:

• Nanny’s salary
• Pay dates
• Work schedule
• Disciplinary actions for nanny that fails to meet requirements.
• Responsibilities
• Goals
• A method of tracking progress, for example testing scores
• Discipline defined for the nanny to follow with your child.
• Deductions on paycheck such as social security, federal and local taxes, health insurance and any other requirements.

In addition to this, you should insure that the contract your nanny signs includes anything specific such as these. 38 If you travel a lot, express details of when you will be traveling so as the nanny knows when he or she is needed. You should often talk about overnight care if it is needed.

Determine the rules that will be followed for meals such as foods that are safe, or not safe for the child and/or the nanny. Information should be stated about the use of a vehicle for the nanny as well as funds to pay for any needs that the child may have.

Sick days should be discussed. Your contract is a tool that will help protect you as well as the nanny from problems. If you provide this tool to your nanny, you will be able to clearly handle any problem that arises. You will also be able to dismiss a nanny fairly if and when he or she no longer fills the roles that you need him to.

To make sure that the contract is binding, arrange to sign the document in front of your attorney. Have him read over the contract to insure that all is in place. If you don’t wish to spend the funds to do this, insure that there are several witnesses to the signing of this agreement.

All Around Best Nanny Cam and 10 Reasons Why by Paul Smith-Goodson

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All Around Best Nanny Cam and 10 Reasons Why

- By Paul Smith-Goodson

(c) Paul Smith-Goodson – All Rights reserved
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Nanny cams come hidden in all sorts of household objects and
appliances: tissue boxes, humidifiers, teddy bears, plants,
clocks, books, clock radios, and more.

Out of all the choices, my favorite is the wireless 2.4 GHz
clock radio nanny cam, which just happens to be the best
seller at our store.
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Here’s the reason I like the clock radio so much:

1.) This Nanny Cam has three great uses — It’s a nanny
cam, its a clock, and it’s also a fully functioning radio!

2.) When the clock radio nanny cam is plugged in, the camera
is always on, even if you turn the radio off.

3.) The clock radio has natural “Domestic Camouflage” – in
other words, it blends into a room without being noticed,
even by people familiar with the room. If you put up a new
wall clock or put a new teddy bear on a bedroom shelf,
people will immediately realize that something new has been
added. On the other hand, a clock radio nanny cam will go
unnoticed 9 out of 10 times.

4.) The wireless clock radio nanny cam is “Location
Neutral” — This is just a fancy way of saying that you can
put this camera anywhere! How about on a kitchen countertop,
or in the family room, or on a bedside stand in the bedroom?
See what I mean? There are very few places where a clock
radio looks out of place.

5.) A clock radio that has a Sony CCD camera gives you a
crystal clear image. I prefer a CCD to a CMOS camera because
of its superior performance.

6.) The clock radio, providing it has quality components,
has enough range to transmit video through walls to the far
end of your house without compromising image quality.

7.) A clock radio with a lux rating of 0.05 or lower
performs well under low light conditions. A nanny cam with a
lux rating of 1.0 or higher produces a poor and grainy image
in dim lighting. Let’s face it; a nanny cam that won’t
allow you to see what’s going on in a room with low light
is almost worthless.

8.) A good clock radio nanny cam is usually equipped with a
3.7 mm lens which provides a great wide angle view of the
room.

9.) A clock radio can be placed almost anywhere in the room
which allows you to position it for the best view. A teddy
bear, book, humidifier, or any of the other nanny cams have
natural restrictions on where you can place them.

10.) This Nanny Cam uses a.c. power and looks natural
plugged into the wall. No need to disguise power cords or
worry about batteries. In most instances you’ll be using
the nanny cam for extended periods of time. Batteries
usually only last about 2-3 hours. To use a teddy bear cam
or a book cam for this length of time you have to use the
a.c. power adapter. Don’t you think an “Electric Teddy
Bear” might look suspicious?
About the Author

Paul Smith-Goodson has written a number of articles on surveillance cameras and nanny cams. He is the owner of several web sites including www.e-spy-cameras.com. His e-mail is paul@e-spy-cameras.com

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Tips On How To Conduct Background Checks for Nanny Services

Hiring a nanny is a sophisticated process that involves searching, interviewing, checking references and extending an offer to the right candidate. When the nanny has accepted your offer, the final step is conducting a criminal background check. Your offer should be contingent on the outcome of those results.

What to check? It’s hard to imagine that in this era of the Internet and computerization there is no reliable national criminal database that is accessible by the public. The “gold standard” for checking a nanny’s background is to first run a search using her Social Security Number to see where she has lived in the past seven years. This is done so that a decision can be made on which counties should be searched. Yes, that’s right, these searches are done county by county, not nationally. Few states have a reliable criminal index that is suitable for nanny background checking because nannies tend to commit misdemeanors at most. Many of these indexes only turn up people who have felony convictions and/or have served time. Many states don’t have statewide indexes at all.

Which counties should you search? Obviously the safest method is to check each county, but in some cases this can get quite costly. A fairly typical scenario may be a nanny who left home to go to college, after which she may have changed schools and then moved again after graduation. So let’s say she’s 23 now and there are four years that can be searched since she turned 18.

2001 lived at home, 18 years old 2001-2003 moved for college 2003-2005 lived at her second college 2005- moved after graduation to another city

In this case, since she turned 18 at home and moved shortly thereafter, the duration of time spent at her home residence and the city she moved to after graduation is brief. For someone who wanted to hold their costs down, the two most likely locations to check would be the two cities she lived in from 2001-2005. Again, if you want to be absolutely certain and costs are not an issue, you would need to check each place that appears on the Social Security address check.

What other types of checks can be performed? Driving records are very important if there is driving involved in your job. A credit report can be ordered if you feel that information may be important to your decision. There is a sexual offenders list for each state that should be checked as well. There are numerous other reports that may be ordered if you feel the need.

How do I perform the check? The Fair Credit Reporting Act (which applies to more than just credit checks) requires that you have a written release from your nanny to perform the check. This form is downloaded and filled out by the family and then completed and signed by the nanny.

What are some of the limitations of the checks? Every company that does these checks warns that these reports cannot guarantee complete accuracy. Also, there is a charge for each type of check that you order, so figuring out your budget ahead of time can help you prioritize which type of checks to run.

All in all, running a background check on a potential nanny for your children is essential. These steps should help make that process more informative and resourceful.

About the Author

Steve Lampert is the President of www.enannysource.com, a web-based nanny search service. Prior to starting the company in 2001, he was president of a well-known nanny agency in Los Angeles. He lives with his wife of 13 years and 8 year-old son in the San Fernando Valley in California. His son’s nanny has been with the family since he was born.

Need help selecting a nanny for your household?

If you haven’t been tracking “Supernanny” or “Nanny 911″ – the latest self-help shows in child rearing – then you are definitely missing great parenting tips and techniques from the broadcasting networks.

These superwomen of the 21st Century are providing parents with proven old time child rearing techniques – without the use of heavy handed punishment. The strategy consists of setting and enforcing clear boundaries for the children, along with an appropriate system of rewards and punishment. The nannies have a firm, yet loving nature which seems to work wonders on the children.

While nannies or nannys are proving to be a big hit in resolving reality TV family disputes, you may be tempted to think that hiring a nanny will dissolve all family issues…

Think again!

Selecting a nanny has its own set of difficulties that confront you – and you will need to resolve these issues if you are planning to employ a nanny.

Here are three items to assist you once you have selected a nanny.

LET HER SETTLE IN

Let’s assume that you’ve successfully found a compatible nanny. Congratulations! Things are about to change.

In most cases you’ve set yourself up for a 12 month commitment based on screened research from the employment agency, a phone interview and meeting in-person for the first time.

The day arrives and you escort your newest “member of the family” up to where she will stay for your time together. Both the host and the nanny can be slightly nervous during these first time meetings, but there is no need to be shy.

The first thing your nanny is likely to do is to check out her new “family”. Is she seriously going to spend the next 12 months with you? You are just as foreign to her, as she is to you!

Your nanny may consider this to be one ambition that she has hoped to fulfill. As a host, you may be feeling that this is a long awaited relief from the tortuous responsibility of raising kids.

After the initial introductions she will look around the room and take a deep breath. Is the room to small? Will she get her own privacy? Is the paint falling off? Does the roof leak? Has she got her own mirror?

As a provider of accommodation, you will need to ensure that her room is of a high standard. It doesn’t have to be a 5 star hotel, but it does need to be a private space where she can get some time out.

Ensure that you provide clean linen, blankets and pillows. This will give her the message: “You are welcome here.”

Gradually – perhaps with a glint of excitement – she will unpack her bags and start to settle in.

CLEARLY DEFINE HERE ROLES OF RESPONSIBILITY

You will need to establish a clear line of responsibility with your nanny to distinguish between what is her “job” compared to her private life.

If the distinction is not made early-on then she may become confused about the limitations and expectations of her role. Instead of “Nanny 911″ you may end up calling “Family Counseling 911″ instead!

Consider the following questions as guidelines:

- Is she allowed to take one day off per week from her normal duties?

- How is she to be paid, and how often?

- Is her main area of responsibility towards the children or towards running the house?

- Does she have any initial concerns?

GET TIME AWAY AS A FAMILY

Let’s assume that your nanny settles in and is having a great time. She performs well and handles the children like a dream. (Super Nanny eat your heart out!)

She may be from another culture and so she is absorbing everything she can about your way of life. You find yourself caught up talking with her about everything and “life is rosy”.

Now that you have got your household back in good working order again, with the help of your nanny, it’s time to make the break. Go on a holiday. Spend some time by yourselves.

Leave the nanny at home.

You need to take a break from “the nanny” and get away on your own – and take your children! Go camping or find a hotel. Try to leave the house for at least three days…

Make sure you pack plenty of children friendly activities so that you can spend quality time with your children. After all, they might just be missing their mom or dad a little more since the nanny first came along.

While you are away you do not need to even mention the nanny. I’m sure she won’t be thinking about you!

If you are careful in the way you set up your living and working relationship with your nanny, you will find that both of you will benefit greatly from the experience.

Before Hiring Checklist

1. First Impression (appearance, manners)

2. Childrens behavior during first meeting.

3. Sincere Eyes

4. Trust your insincts (do you get good vibes immediately?)

5. Do not rush the process (your kids are more important)

Nanny Contract Checklist

1. Give specific work duties

2. Make note of all and any overtime salaries

3. Have all additional information prepared (contract,insurance,visa, etc)

4. Treat your employee as you would like to be treated

5. Rememer Nannies Are Human