We are thrilled to feature our permanently placed nanny Stacey Kelly as this month's Nanny Spotlight. Stacey started as a nanny in our Temporary Department and is known to help out in the office from time to time. We love that she is part of our company is several ways! Describe your background and education in the childcare realm and beyond. I grew up working with children in my church and baby-sitting in my community. As a military family, we moved a lot and that was a great way for me … [Read more...]
7 Eastside Restaurants That Are Perfect For Children
We are thrilled to share a list of kid-friendly restaurants focusing on the Eastside! This post was inspired by our previous blog post ‘7 Seattle Restaurants That Are Perfect for Children.’ While Seattle may be well known for it’s food scene, the Eastside shouldn’t be overlooked if you are wanting to get out for a delicious meal with the whole family! Many Eastside restaurants are kid-friendly and as a bonus offer easier (and often free!) parking. While there are many popular chain restaurants … [Read more...]
January Nanny Spotlight: Jessica Baxter
Meet Jessica— a dedicated nanny in our Temporary Nanny Department—as this month’s Nanny spotlight! Jessica is a dependable, enthusiastic nanny who's always eager to care for a new family! She is highly requested back by our clients and is loved by everyone who has the pleasure of her caring for their children. Describe your background and education in the childcare realm and beyond. I graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre … [Read more...]
10 New Year’s Resolutions Every Nanny Can Relate To
Nannies, are you already feeling overwhelmed for the new year!? We are here to help! We have brainstormed 10 New Year's Resolutions that will help you get healthy, organized, and more fashionable this upcoming year. Cheers! 1. Stop eating all the kid snacks. 2. Invest in a pair of rain boots and go puddle jumping. 3. Make some nanny friends. 4. Try new recipes even the pickiest eater will love. 5. Become a laundry folding ninja. 6. Teach the charges some manners. 7. Clean … [Read more...]
10 Holiday Gift Ideas for your Nanny
We all know the holidays are the busiest time of the year and your nanny is working just as hard as ever to help care for your children, keep your home in order, and help you maintain your sanity. During the hustle and bustle of the holidays make sure you take some time to remember a gift for your nanny! A little appreciation can go a long way in making them feel valued and cared about. It’s industry standard to give your nanny a holiday bonus that equals one week’s salary. We realize … [Read more...]
5 Eastside Places To Take The Kids For The Holidays!
We all know that the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ and keeping the kids busy on winter break can be overwhelming. To help, we've put together a list of our favorite ways to experience the holiday spirit with the kiddos in tow! Take part in the Eastside's most unique holiday celebrations, offering excitement and fun for everyone! 1. Snowflake Lane Experience the wonder of falling snow, dazzling lights, festive music, toy drummers and dancers, and see all your favorite characters! … [Read more...]
November Nanny Spotlight: Molly McKeown
We are thrilled to share our Nanny Spotlight for November, Molly McKeown! Molly came to us with over 15 years of childcare experience and it was our pleasure to place her with a permanent family. She is loved by her placement family and the ANFU staff! Describe your background and education in the childcare realm and beyond. I graduated from Emmanuel College in Boston, MA in 2001 with a degree in Communications and a minor in Psychology. I have a keen memory and feel that this trait has … [Read more...]
Why Choose a Placement Agency?
New to the world of nanny placement agencies? Why is A Nanny for U any different than going to a website to search for childcare yourself? ANFU Owner and proud parent, Rebecca Dyk, takes a moment to explain how hiring a placement agency can work to your benefit! Recruiting nannies is exhausting, time consuming, and can be disappointing to say the least; this is by far the biggest and most difficult piece of the hiring process. Often times you will get your hopes up and think you’ve found … [Read more...]
Join us for the Leprechaun Lap on Sunday March 12th, and get free admission to the Seattle Children’s Museum!
For the St. Patrick's Day Dash & Leprechaun Lap, that is! Sunday, March 12th at Seattle Center The F5 St. Patrick’s Day Dash is a family event with something for everyone! There are young athletes racing to be the first across the Finish Line, and the middle-age, former jocks racing to be the first in the beer garden. The Dash is filled with plenty of people who started as kids. They’re still running or walking with mom or dad, and, now, are pushing strollers as part of three generations … [Read more...]
Meet Abbie!
Up Close & Personal: An Interview with A Nanny for U Placement Consultant & Recruiter, Abbie MacRae What was it that led you to join the team at A Nanny for U? While I was going to school at Central Washington University over in Ellensburg, I worked part-time in the drive through at Starbucks. Rebecca Dyk, our ANFU owner, was a regular customer (“Iced Grande no-whip Mocha”). I got to know her when she drove through each day. As I was choosing what I wanted to do after … [Read more...]
January Nanny Spotlight: Sophie De Haan!
Congratulations to our January Nanny Spotlight recipient, the amazing Sophie De Haan! Sophie has been one of our Seattle Seahawks nannies, and has been a part of our amazing Temp team since 2015! Get to Know Sophie: 1. Describe your background and education in the childcare realm and beyond. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old (14 years ago) and loved working with children! I went to college with the hope of becoming a pediatrician. While attending college, I received training to … [Read more...]
New Year, New Team, New Leader!
In honor of the new year, we wanted to share some new (and familiar!) faces with you as we introduce our team and celebrate the relaunch of our blog! Addressing the Negative This last year has meant a lot of changes and some growing pains for A Nanny for U. Being a stalwart advocate of open and honest communication, we feel it our duty to share with you what this past year has meant for A Nanny for U. In 2016, our incredible owner Rebecca Dyk experienced some tumultuous life changes that … [Read more...]
Free Fruit for Kids!
Did you know that most grocery stores have a Free Fruit Program for kids!? That's right, most stores offer one piece of fruit per child for them to enjoy while you shop. For anyone who has had to wander the grocery aisle with a whiny, hungry child this is music to your ears! Go ahead, do a little happy dance... Each grocery store has different guidelines for their kid program, so be sure to ask customer service if you aren't sure of a particular store's policy. Below we have listed the … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Appreciate your Nanny
In Honor of National Nanny Recognition Week (September 20-26th) we have come up with a list of 5 ways you can make your nanny feel appreciated! Nannies have a heart of gold and spend their days shaping the hearts and minds of the little charges in their life. A simple thanks can go a long way in reminding them that all the big and small things they do each day are noticed and appreciated! Say thank you verbally or in a note. Most nannies are people pleasers at heart and knowing you … [Read more...]
Why Work with a Nanny Agency? (Part I: For Parents)
The process of finding a nanny can be daunting. Not only are you looking for someone you can depend on, but someone you trust to partner with you as you raise your children. That’s a high calling! So where do you start your search? Below are the top 8 reasons you should put your search in the hands of professionals. 1.You don’t know what you need When you work with a nanny agency you are working with a team of professionals that are skilled at matchmaking and are going to take the time to … [Read more...]