The beauty of a paid nanny trial
Finding the perfect nanny for your family is a bit like matchmaking — but instead of romantic dinners, it’s about playdates and bedtime stories. We get that diving into the world of nanny hiring can...
View ArticleEverything you wanted to know about offering guaranteed hours to your nanny
Let’s talk about the unsung hero of harmonious nanny-family relationships: guaranteed hours. First, the basics: What are guaranteed hours? Guaranteed hours mean that as a family, you commit to paying...
View ArticleWhy you keep getting ghosted by nannies
Dear DNB, Why are nannies so hard to hire these days? Any time we find one we like, they ghost us after the interview. We’re nice people! Our old nanny used to watch our kids, grocery shop, cook...
View ArticleNanny scams are everywhere
Dear DNB, I keep hearing about nanny scams on social media. Is that an actual thing? How do they work? Signed, Paranoid Parent Dear Parent, You’re actually not paranoid at all. Nanny scams have gotten...
View ArticleThe best free activities to do with your kids this summer
Dear DNB, Summer has barely started and my kids are already over my Pinterest ideas. Do your nannies ever come up with creative ideas that I can try with my kiddos? Thanks! Bored in The House Dear...
View ArticleIf you love your nanny, write her a recommendation letter
Dear DNB, We no longer need our beloved nanny anymore now that our kids are older. We want to help her find an awesome family to work for. Do we just list our name as a reference, or what’s the...
View ArticleHow do nanny taxes work?
Dear DNB, I’m used to paying babysitters in cash, where my responsibilities begin and end in one night. How the heck do I hire a full-time nanny without ending up in jail for tax evasion? Signed,...
View ArticleHow do the nanny and I maintain a good relationship while we’re both working...
Dear DNB, Thanks to Covid-19, my wife and I are working from home for the foreseeable future. I realize that this scenario is not what our nanny signed up for, but there’s nothing we can do about it....
View ArticleHow do I hire a nanny during a pandemic?
Dear DNB, We thought we could deal with working remotely while helping our kids do virtual school. Turns out, it’s a lot more involved than we thought. We’re curious about hiring a nanny who can take...
View ArticleHow does the coronavirus affect childcare?
Dear DNB, This coronavirus pandemic is terrifying. What do we need to do with our nanny to keep everyone safe? Sincerely, Scared in Scottsdale Dear Scared in Scottsdale, This virus is no joke. As...
View ArticleHow do we help our nanny feel more comfortable around us?
Dear DNB, My daughter’s caregiver is exceptional! She prepares wonderful activities every day and she’s never been late. However, I just feel like something is missing. Since the first day, our...
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