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There’s a certain hush that settles in after the holidays. The decorations come down. The schedule slows. The excitement that carried us through December suddenly fades into gray winter mornings and early sunsets. As nannies, we feel it just as much as the kids do — that strange in-between season where the magic has passed, but […]
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The holidays have a way of bringing out both the magic and the mayhem — especially when you’re a nanny. Between glitter-covered crafts, endless sugar cookies, and schedules that shift faster than Santa’s sleigh, it’s easy to get caught up in the chaos. But here’s the truth: this season isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection. […]
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Let me start by saying: being a nanny is one of the most rewarding, hilarious, exhausting, and unexpectedly emotional jobs out there. I’ve been peed on, puked on, cried on, and hugged so tightly that I forgot every ounce of stress from the day before. This isn’t your typical 9-to-5. It’s the wild, messy, beautiful […]
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By a Nanny Who’s Learned the Tricks That Truly Work Over the years as a nanny, I’ve picked up more than just blocks and snack wrappers—I’ve gathered a toolbox of tips and tricks that make life with little ones smoother, calmer, and a lot more joyful. Whether you’re a new parent or knee-deep in toddler […]
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When families are searching for childcare, one of the first decisions they need to make is whether they need a babysitter or a career nanny. At first glance, both may seem similar—they care for children, ensure their safety, and provide supervision. But in reality, the roles are quite different, and so are the expectations, experience […]
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Happy Holidays all! This is definitely the best and worst time of year. As kids it’s exciting and all fun. We want Christmas music 24/7 and we wear our pajamas inside out hoping for a White Christmas. We make wishes and send letters to Santa. Then we grow up and the magic of this season […]
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Just wanted to give all you Mom/Nanny/Babysitters out there a cute idea for Halloween! It’s super easy to put together and let’s be real we all have magical powers from time to time. Last year I decided to put a spin on my real life career and dress up like Mary Poppins! It was super […]
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A sneak peak into what a Nanny does and gets out of her day to day from a local Long Island Nannies point of view. Hi all, I’m Lucy, I have always loved working with children. I started babysitting at 13 years old around my neighborhood and, as soon as, I was old enough I […]
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