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Road Trip Tips For Happy Kids As the last days of summer begin to dwindle away, families often look for ways to make lasting memories before venturing into an exciting new school year. When you’re looking for your perfect pre-back-to-schoolContinue Reading…

As one of the leaders in domestic staffing, it is not uncommon for us to answer questions from families new on their hiring journey. One of the most commonly asked questions from families is, “what is the difference between aContinue Reading…

As Americans, celebrating the Fourth of July is a longstanding tradition that not only commemorates our independence as a nation but serves as a signal that summer is, in fact, in full swing. With fireflies gliding through the air andContinue 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…

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 holidayContinue 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Now that summer is drawing to an end, parents and children everywhere are scrambling to prepare for the school year. Below are our child care professionals’ ten tips on how to get your children ready for their first day ofContinue Reading…

Summer is often associated with warm weather months, time at the pool, and trips outside of the city. However, there are numerous illnesses that occur during the warm months, and frequently in children. Most of these cases are fairly mildContinue Reading…

Everyone knows that life changes when you have children. Being a parent means that your own needs come second, always—if you even get to them at all. Even though we all know this will happen, it’s quite a different thingContinue Reading…

Now that the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, it’s time to capitalize on time in the sunshine—and that means it’s time to spend a little less time in the kitchen. Of course, no good nannyContinue Reading…