Category: Childcare

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Boost Your Career with Childcare Training Courses and Certifications In the competitive world of esteemed household staffing, standing out as a professional nanny takes more than just a love for children. While formal training isn’t required, pursuing specialized childcare courses and obtaining nanny certifications can elevate your skills and showcase your dedication. These qualifications not […]

Traveling with kids can be hectic, but a traveling nanny can ease your trip. In our 2024 update, discover essential tips to enhance family vacations, from digital planning tools to health and safety. Learn to create flexible plans, engage with local culture, and use kid-friendly services for a smooth getaway. With the right prep, you can make lasting memories together. Ready to elevate your travel experience? Check out our expert tips for inspiration!

While it may feel like a minor word choice, utilizing the right term (nanny vs. trusted babysitter) can make a huge difference in your search for the best childcare provider. In order to get the most qualified candidates, it’s important to position your role in the most accurate way. This will draw in the best […]

Meet Karah, T+C’s Recruiting Counselor on the SF Nanny Team, and doula extraordinaire. Karah grew up in Mountain View, California. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University. Karah joined the Town + Country team in 2021. She also has several years of Nanny and Postpartum Doula experience and enjoys connecting […]

Nannies play a crucial role in your child’s development, and finding the right one can feel like a daunting task, especially if you’re based in California or Texas. It’s a big responsibility to entrust someone with the care of your little ones, which is why you must have a measured approach to finding the perfect […]

The Nanny you hire plays an important role in the development of your child or children. Your Nanny will want to be sure he or she remains consistent with your approach and preferences, so working collaboratively with your nanny is extremely imperative. Here are a few important topics to think through and to address with […]

The start of school can be tricky after a nice, fun, relaxing summer break. Here are a few helpful hints to help transition back-to-school in a smooth manner. Make room in the pantry or refrigerator for designated snacks. Not only will you have foods ready to supplement lunch, but those looking for food will know which snacks […]

The beginning of the new school year gives parents and children both the opportunity to get a start fresh and a clean slate! Parents and nannies can help their kids relieve back-to-school anxiety by starting the school year off right with these helpful reminders. These strategies start at home and carry into the classroom. Relieve […]

Elsewhere here in our blog we recently we commented on Sheryl Sandberg’s book, Lean In, and agreed that she was right about women not giving up on staying in the work force even with all their other daily obligations. Continuing “the conversation,” an item posted in June at the HuffingtonPost.comtitled “Why I Regret Being a […]

School is back in session … so no doubt parents all across the Bay Area are breathing a sigh of relief. Thankfully, the warm summer weather isn’t quite over yet here in the San Francisco Bay Area, and with Labor Day right around the corner, that means it’s still “swimming season” and kids of all […]

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