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Finding a reliable nanny or babysitter without an agency

Written by Sandhya | Family & Home | 23rd Jul | 1 comment
So, you've decided that you want to hire a nanny or babysitter for your precious little baby. The question is, how do you go about finding one? You want to make sure you employ someone who will treat your child...
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Evaluating your Childcare Options

Written by MaryP | Family & Home | 21st Apr | 2 comments
If you have figured out whether to seek out a nanny or a daycare center, you'll know what's important to you. Having decided on the type and style care you want, you now have to pick the specific center...
6 votes so far
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Nanny vs. Daycare and Beyond

Written by MaryP | Family & Home | 1st Apr | 8 comments
Breast or bottle, crib or co-sleep, cloth or disposable... Before your child's first breath, you've already made a heap of parenting decisions, and there are many more to come! Today we'll focus on a biggie...
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It's Not Too Early to Think About Summer Childcare

Written by michele chazen | Family & Home | 28th Feb | 0 comments
Summertime means lazy days, backyard cookouts, visits to the beach, and a well-deserved break from school for the kids. But if you’re a working parent, the unstructured days of summer also mean that you scramble...
6 votes so far
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Everything You Need to Know about What to Pay Your Nanny

Written by Steven Lampert | Family & Home | 18th Feb | 1 comment
When a family is considering hiring a nanny, one of the main issues that they face is how much of a salary to offer. The amount nanny is paid can depend on a range of factors, from the nanny's experience to the...
5 votes so far
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Stay Organized with Your Nanny

Written by Whitney Baker | Family & Home | 14th Feb | 0 comments
Now that we’re well in to the New Year, it’s time to stick to those resolutions and turn over a new leaf -- especially when it comes to the organization habits in your household. If that overcrowded playroom...
5 votes so far
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No Room for a Live-in Nanny? A Guide to Hiring Live-out Help

Written by Jessica | Family & Home | 11th Feb | 0 comments
Balancing work and home life is difficult when you're self employed. Hiring some help can ensure you aren't burning the candle at both ends. Last week we covered how to hire a live-in helper, but what if you...
3 votes so far
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Hiring a Live-in Nanny? Read This First

Written by Jessica | Family & Home | 4th Feb | 2 comments
Working from home often seems like the Holy Grail. What could be better than bringing home the bacon without ever leaving your bedroom?I'll tell you. Bringing home the bacon without a 2-year-old perched on top...
5 votes so far
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Returning to Work: What New Moms Need to Know about Hiring a Nanny

Written by Steven Lampert | Family & Home | 16th Jan | 2 comments
New moms who work outside of the home will likely find that they need to start looking into hiring a nanny while they're still on maternity leave. There are several advantages to choosing a nanny over daycare, but...
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Keeping Your Nanny Happy

Written by Steven Lampert | Family & Home | 12th Nov 07 | 0 comments
Why is it that some families keep a nanny for years while other families go through multiple nannies without finding one that fits well with their household? There could be a number of reasons, but one that comes up...
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