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Quick Fact: Where Did The Term Nanny Come From?

It’s actually quite up in the air, in regards to where the word nanny came from. The job role itself dates back several hundred years, with titles varying. It is often assumed that the name came from the vocabulary of children themselves, basically a name referring to “female adult other than mother”. In Greek, this […]

5 Things That Will Attract the Best Nanny for Your Family

So you’ve taken the first steps in hiring a nanny and now it’s time to shine as a family to attract the best possible caregiver for your home! We want to set you up for success by giving you an inside perspective that our nannies have shared with us over the years in hopes that […]

On A Business Trip? Need To Bring The Kids? No Problem!

When having to travel out of town for business, especially last minute, and you have children in toe – things can get quite complex pretty fast. Add to this the business priorities that should remain at the forefront while trying to maintain entertainment, online schooling, and care activities for your child. There is a way […]

Quick Fact: What Is A Long-Term Nanny?

Long-term nannies can be either a full-time or part-time nanny. The main differentiation between long-term and short-term nannies are contract lengths. Long-term nannies typically work with a family for a year or more. Whereas, short-term nannies work with the family for less than a year. In short, long-term nannies can be both full or part-time […]

Tips For Working With A Nanny

Getting started with a new nanny is an exciting time for your family. This is an important position that requires some research and structure to make sure everything runs smoothly on a daily basis. While the interview can do most of the work for you in regards to finding the perfect candidate (check out some […]

Quick Tip: Where To Get CPR Certified In Seattle

Getting CPR certified is one of the general requirements that most Seattle nanny placement agencies require for their nanny candidates. These classes are available through several sources and at varying price levels. For nannies, it is important to look for a class that is specifically designed for children. These are usually labeled under “Child Care” […]

2021 Nanny Career Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, there are over 1.1 million nannies employed nationwide. There is a median job growth rate of 4% expected in 2021. This works out to 44,000 new jobs available this year alone. Between 2021 and 2029 the average new jobs expected per year reach over 160,000. Pay […]

Quick Tip: Create The Perfect Job Description For Your Nanny Search

Your search for a nanny should start with an outline of exactly what you are looking for. And while this picture may rest in your head, writing it out can help keep your core values at the center of it all. In today’s quick tip we recommend writing out the job description that your perfect […]

Finding The Best Nanny Jobs In Seattle

Whether an experienced career nanny or someone just starting out, finding the best nanny job in the Seattle area is of primary concern. Your options may be directly linked to your skills and experience, but once you’re in you’ll want to have the best possible experience on the job itself. This is where finding the […]