Nannies & Au Pairs
How to Make a Good First Impression as a Babysitter or Nanny
Making a great first impression is a vital step in getting repeat business as a child caretaker. Read below for babysitting interview tips, like keeping your phone away and asking certain questions.
Nanny Bag Essentials: How to Pack the Perfect Nanny Bag
A great nanny bag contains items to keep your charges happy and engaged, resources to keep you going through long assignments, and emergency preparedness essentials. With the right resources, your babysitting experience can go much more smoothly.
GreatAuPair Review: Is This Au Pair and Nanny Agency Legit?
The pros and cons of using the website, GreatAuPair.com, to find jobs or care providers, as described through personal experience.
7 Tips for Beginning Babysitters and Nannies From Lessons That I've Learned the Hard Way
Words of advice and child care tips from lessons I have learned as a nanny and babysitter.
Hiring a Nanny: Should I Offer Vacation and Sick Time?
The logistics of hiring a nanny can be overwhelming to new employers. In this hub, nanny Kate Spenser gives you advice on how to determine your vacation time and sick day policy.
What Should I Pay My Nanny? The Ins and Outs of Nanny Compensation
You want to hire a nanny—but how much should you offer to pay? Nanny Kate Spenser walks you through the points you need to consider when settling on a salary.
What You Need to Know to Become a Nanny
Nannying is more than just babysitting children. It is building a relationship with an entire family. Here are some things you need to know before you decide to become a nanny.