Should I Drug Test My Nanny?

  Hi everyone! It’s Nea with Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video. Today, we want to discuss this whole nanny drug testing thing. It’s a debate that’s been buzzing around, and honestly, it’s a bit of a tightrope walk. On one hand, some people argue that drug testing is a must to keep […]

Placement Services: Other Nanny Agencies vs. Nanny Parent Connection

  Hi everyone! It’s Laura with Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video. Some parents don’t have the time to run a nanny search themselves and instead, rely on nanny agencies to handle the search, vetting, and placement process for their family. How does this work? How much does it cost? How is a […]

What Insurance Do I Need To Have A Nanny Work In My Home?

  Hi everyone! It’s Nea with Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video. The start of the new year means many families will be looking for a nanny in the coming months. For some families, this will be the first nanny they have ever hired. One of the first questions that parents need to […]

Help! I Think The Parents Might Be Drunk!!!

  Hi everyone. It’s Nea with Nanny Parent Connection back to discuss a touchy subject. Child care is often seen as a fun and rewarding job, but every now and then, situations can arise that test your ability to handle the unexpected.  One such scenario is when parents return home drunk, posing a challenge for […]

Nannies: Interview Confidently with These Tips!

  Hi! Laura from Nanny Parent Connection back with my next video. When I was a nanny, interviews with families always made me nervous. What if I made a mistake and said the wrong thing? Would the family see me for who I really am? What should I do to be fully prepared for the […]

Let’s Discuss: Top Four Child Care Philosophies

  Hi everyone. Happy 2024! Laura from Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video. I always encourage parents to consider what their child care philosophy or style is when I am interviewing them about their nanny needs. Knowing your care philosophy is important because some of the best family and nanny relationships happen when […]

How To Ask For A Letter of Recommendation (And How To Write One)!

  Hi everyone! My name is Nea, and I am excited to meet you! I recently joined the Nanny Parent Connection team and am filling in for Laura while she focuses on connecting parents with child care providers as well as expanding Nanny Parent Connection. Today, let’s talk about letters of recommendation. Specifically, let’s discuss: […]

Holiday Gift Guide for Sitters and Nannies

  Hi everyone! It’s Nea with Nanny Parent Connection back with this week’s video. Happy holidays! The holidays are in full swing and if you are like many parents, you might be wondering what type of holiday gift to give to your nanny or sitter. This year, we put together a holiday gift giving guide […]

Should I Offer My Nanny Paid Holidays?

  Hi everyone. Laura from Nanny Parent Connection here. Many parents are confused (or just don’t know) about the nanny industry standard for paid holidays. Should you expect to pay your nanny for federal holidays? Which federal holidays should your nanny be paid for? How does this affect overtime? I’ve got you covered 🙂 Check […]

Can I Ask My Nanny To Do The Dishes?

  Hi everyone! Hope you had a relaxing Thanksgiving 🙂 A common question parents ask me is: “Can I ask my nanny to help with the dishes?”. While it’s not a simple “yes” or “no” question, there are some job duties that are considered standard for a nanny position. But there are other duties that […]