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Many parents underestimate their baby’s ability to accomplish simple things themselves, such as self-soothing. There is something taboo behind letting a baby cry and leaving it to themselves to self-sooth. There is no shame in wanting your child to be able to soothe themselves, this blog has a few tips to help parents with self-soothing tips and tricks.
Read MoreSome children’s behaviors are going to require redirecting, but that can often can be difficult, considering it is not always easy knowing where to begin the process. From being able to identify the issues to taking actions to correct the behavior properly, this week’s blog is full of helpful tips to refresh or learn new re-directive phrases.
Read MoreBeing able to stop a child's tantrum is not nearly as easy as we would all like it to be, let's face it. We will never be able to prevent kids from becoming upset, but we can learn to help them work through their frustration and gain skills to assist in the future.
Read MoreSometimes having a difficult conversation with the parents of the child you nanny for can be nerve-wracking. From finding the right words to worrying about their response, this week's blog is dedicated to helping you address parents in a professional manner.
Read MoreThe benefits of Sign Language are endless. Therefore, teaching your infant basic Sign Language skills will further their development and allow them to communicate more efficiently. Read this weeks blog for more information and resources aimed to help your infant learn Sign Language.
Read MoreWhether it is summer vacation or Christmas break it can be challenging to plan activities to keep the kids busy. Planning an itinerary for the nanny or for the vacation can be challenging therefore, the Joanna’s Nannies team put together a list of family friendly activities in all of our service areas!
Read MoreGo home, you’re drunk. In your career as a nanny you’re more than likely to run into the situation of parents coming home a little more tipsy than usual. That being said, we wanted to help put some tools in your belt to navigate your way through these particular situations. Read this weeks blog for some great tips on how to deal with intoxicated parents.
Read MoreWorking as a nanny is a very rewarding job but that doesn’t mean it does not come with challenges. We crafted a three part series to aid nannies when they find themselves in a difficult situation. Knowing how to handle certain topics that you may not be comfortable will is extremely important.
Read MoreDuring your time as a nanny you are more than likely to run into a few tough conversations with your clients. Our staff takes pride in assuring our nannies are comfortable having a difficult conversation. The Difficult Conversation series includes advice and tips on how to better your communication skills.
Read MoreIt comes as no surprise that communication is extremely important in the work setting. The Difficult Conversation series is aimed to help improve communication when it comes to having a difficult conversation. This three part series will aid nannies when they run into less than ideal situations.
Read MoreThis weeks blog is full of helpful tips and tricks for raising and/or taking care of a toddler. Toddlers are at a age where they are growing more and more independent by the hour. Read this toddle cheat sheet to get a good idea of ways to better handle this transition!
Read MoreWorking as a nanny for a stay at home parent can have its up and downs. From not wanting to get in each others way to making sure you are not relying on your nanny for every little task. This weeks blog will better prepare you for working for a stay at home parent!
Read MoreKeeping the kids engaged on rainy days can be a challenge. Not allowing your kids to sit in front of an iPad or TV all day and getting them engaged with you or their siblings will be great for their development. Read this weeks blog to find out creative ways to get everyone involved on a bad weather day!
Read MoreGetting your kids to eat healthy snacks such as fruits and veggies can be difficult. Transforming those boring healthy foods into fun creative snacks is a great way to get your kids interested in eating their nutrients! Read this weeks blog for a handful of great recipes to make healthy foods creative and fun!
Read MoreRainy Days are tough; you can’t go outside and play as if you normally would. This causes kids to become bored a lot faster, how can you solve that problem? There are countless activities you and your kids can do indoors on rainy days; all it requires is a little imagination!
Read MoreKids love to play in the snow, wether that be a snow ball fight or sledding. Snow can be just as dangerous as it is fun though; it is important to know the dos and don’ts of snow play! Read this weeks blog to get a better understanding of snow and ice safety for this winter!
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