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Making Trick-or-Treating Safe for Every Child When you’re a kid, there’s nothing better than dressing up in a fun costume and collecting a bag full of candy! Halloween is a magical time of year, but for children with food allergies,Continue Reading…
Being a nanny is the most rewarding job and comes with its own unique set of challenges and triumphs. Any good childcare provider will tell you that routine and consistency are key with little ones in order for them toContinue Reading…
As a society, we are often encouraged to overschedule our day-to-day lives and family time can easily be overlooked. Between busy jobs, and after-school activities, drive-through take-out is far more convenient than cooking at home. We get it! With halfContinue Reading…
Spring has sprung and all of our dreams of travel can finally be realized! We are in the midst of a travel comeback and whether by plane, train, or car there’s a destination awaiting you and your family! TravelingContinue Reading…
In the global crisis of waste exacerbated by a worldwide pandemic, the typical American in 2021 produced an average rate of 4.4 pounds of trash per person per day. That is a lot of waste! As with most things inContinue Reading…
Whether looking for a trusted backup caregiver, short-term coverage, or support during a transitional period, such as a move, temporary nannies are a wonderful resource when looking to fulfill a gap in childcare coverage. If employing a nanny is aContinue Reading…
We love a good birthday party here at the Nanny Authority and we know a well-planned party can be the foundation for your child’s fondest childhood memories. But just how DO you plan a successful birthday party? Are there thingsContinue Reading…
Mindfulness. What is it? Why is it important? How can we teach our children to engage in mindful practices? Per the Oxford Dictionary, mindfulness is, “a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledgingContinue Reading…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Crisp leaves crunch under your feet, whipped cream and marshmallows float on top of your hot cocoa, and all of the holiday cookies! We at the Nanny Authority LOVE the holiday seasonContinue Reading…
As our kids are back in the swing of school, they are faced with the inevitable reality of at-home assignments. How do we help our kids at home? First things first, make sure you have all of the necessary learningContinue Reading…
The Nanny Authority feels that Halloween is really about eating sweets and truly, can anyone reasonably disagree? We think not! This Halloween, have some fun at home by baking and decorating your very own pumpkin cookies! Use a pumpkin-shaped cookieContinue Reading…
As we collectively begin to settle into a “new normal,” we at the Nanny Authority have been busy making our fall bucket lists that could never be complete without a few spooky and scary activities! Below you’ll find some ofContinue Reading…
It’s that time of year! Back to school but (possibly) even bigger, back to the office for many of the people who have been working remotely for the better part of the last eighteen months. There is no doubt thatContinue Reading…
How often do you hear the word “Montessori” mentioned when talking about childrearing, education, and someone’s experience? The answer may be often, but what does it actually mean? And in addition to the Montessori method, what other types of non-traditionalContinue Reading…
Learning how to ride a bike is an important milestone for many children. Some individuals can learn the skill as young as 4-years-old! However, as with other developmental milestones, it is important to take cues from your child. In orderContinue Reading…
As many parents know, children can reach developmental milestones and stages at different times. No two children are alike, even when there are older siblings in the home to mimic. Many children indicate their readiness for potty-training between 18 andContinue Reading…
We know that many parents like to instill a certain set of values and work ethic at an early age and one of the ways to do this is to make children responsible for helping out around the home andContinue Reading…
Just like any other relationship, communication is key to keeping a professional working relationship thriving! What is working for both parties and what are some areas of growth? While we believe it is important to check in after the firstContinue Reading…
Teaching children healthy self-care habits from a young age has positive effects on their overall development and future well-being. It helps them self-regulate their emotions, establish positive habits, and improve relationships with their family, friends, and others around them. TheContinue Reading…
Last year, many families were forced into remote learning with little to no preparation. After an initial adjustment period, parents and children found themselves settling into the new routine. The keys to their successes can be found below! 1. Set-upContinue Reading…
With the rise in Zoom, Skype, Facetime, and other video platform calls, we can’t help but wonder: Is there any way to make a virtual call with your loved ones a little more exciting? We don’t think you need aContinue Reading…
After nearly a year in quarantine, many working parents are exhausted after trying to maintain a semblance of order in their homes. Between virtual learning, staying in touch with family and friends, and simply keeping children occupied to give parentsContinue Reading…
As an agency, one of the most common questions we get when a family calls us to hire a nanny is “what are the extra costs involved.” One of the costs that many employers may not know about is somethingContinue Reading…
With winter here and the United States (and much of the world) entering new levels of Covid-19 quarantine restrictions, many families, friends, and loved ones will be spending more time together indoors. Inspired by recent viral posts of individuals keepingContinue Reading…
After a year of uncertainty and turmoil, many of us are looking forward to turning the page and looking ahead to brighter, better things in 2021. With a year like 2020 behind us, it is natural that many families areContinue Reading…
Macy’s Flower show Sunday, March 24- Sunday, April 7, 2019 Macy’s hosts its annual flower show, a 2-week long show featuring different activities every day, including hands-on activities, story times, and characters to entertain the kids, and DIY and pamperingContinue Reading…
A New Year brings new events, activities, and programs to your family’s calendar! With a variety of events taking place in the tristate area, there is sure to be something for everyone. January 1st to January 6th: Holiday in theContinue Reading…
Screen time is a minefield for modern parents. Smartphones, laptops, and tablets haven’t been around long enough for any long-term studies to be conducted on individuals who have grown up with them, so we still don’t know the full impactContinue Reading…
A good nanny has a unique opportunity: she can truly have a positive impact on the lives of the children in her care. At any given moment, she may be a mentor, a role model, and a confidant to herContinue Reading…
“Nanny cams” are hidden cameras placed around the home to record what happens in the home while the parents are away. Typically used to deter wrongdoing by a caregiver, these cameras are a source of controversy within the industry. AsContinue Reading…
The process of looking for a nanny can be daunting for even the most organized parents. You sift through resumes, wondering if each new nanny is the one who will fit in perfectly with your family. After careful consideration, youContinue Reading…
If you keep yourself up-to-date in the world of parenting blogs and child development research, you’ve probably come across a great deal of articles that focus on the importance of the mother-child connection. Whether it’s through breastfeeding, parenting style, orContinue Reading…
Etymologically speaking, the “nanny” is a relatively recent invention; its first recorded use, noted in the Oxford English Dictionary, was in 1785. However, the profession itself stretches much farther back in time. What is now a “nanny” used to beContinue Reading…
Are you a parent seeking a nanny for your children or a childcare professional seeking your first nanny position? Oftentimes, both families and nannies who are new to the field are confused by what tasks a nanny can or shouldContinue Reading…
It’s just now starting to feel like winter in New York, which means it’s getting a little harder for all of us to convince ourselves to go outside. We’ve already written aboutContinue Reading…
Vaccination is a touchy topic in the U.S.; every parent or childcare provider has an opinion. The subject of immunization is complex, vast, and oftentimes polarizing; it has earned a prominent positionContinue Reading…
Eating better, losing weight, and getting fit are three of the most common resolutions that Americans make when January rolls around. There’s reason for this; obesity is a full-blown epidemic in this country, and it is affecting more adults andContinue Reading…
Before finding a nanny, parents will often make a checklist of nanny duties and responsibilities, as well as qualities they would like their ideal candidate to have. However, one thing that tends to go unnoticed is a nanny’s ability toContinue Reading…
The winter holidays have officially arrived! For parents, this can mean a potent combination of excitement, happiness, anxiety, and stress. With the kids home from school, and in some cases, housebound due to winter weather, you may find yourselves battlingContinue Reading…