On November 13th, 27 countries, including the United States, Canada, South Korea, India and many others, celebrate World Kindness Day. First started in 1998, the day is intended to urge the world to take a collective breath, slow down, and remember how important it is...
When parents bring home a new baby, the responsibilities and life-altering changes can feel overwhelming. Even though it is a highly anticipated, joyful moment that all parents look forward to, it can feel like a tidal wave of all things new and scary landing all...
Children love Halloween. There is no other holiday quite like it: they get to stay up a little later than usual, dress in costume as their favorite superhero or goblin, and get scads of candy and other treats to indulge in for days....
In this post, we offer some tips for handling this delicate task correctly and legally. Although it is hard on all parties involved – especially children, if they have grown attached to the nanny -- it can be less painful if it's done with aplomb...
We have some suggestions about how you can make sure your child learns about different cultures. Teaching them the value of diversity gives your little one valuable lessons they will carry forever....
Ah, autumn. It's here, and along with cooler temperatures, life has a little more structure. Children are back in school, life starts feeling faster, and everyone gears up for the coming holiday seasons – first Halloween, then Thanksgiving. Lots to do in the coming...
Sometimes people interpret the title of governess as simply a more British-sounding name for nanny, as if their roles are wholly interchangeable. That is a misconception, although it's a very common one. Many people are surprised when they discover that a governess has an almost...
In this article, we offer a roundup of subjects you should tackle when it's time for your nanny's annual performance review. If you are professional and pleasant, and give your nanny their turn to raise ideas and concerns, both of you should sail through this...
If you are hiring a nanny and are wondering what you should offer on top of compensation, you've come to the right post! Here are some of the most important benefits you can include in the contract of this vital new employee....
Is there anything better than curling up on a Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea and a good book? Losing yourself in a fantasy novel or catching up with your favorite fiction writer is a great first step for fostering a love of books...