The Vital Role of Nanny Work Agreements: Building Trust and Clarity for Both Parents and Nannies

Nanny work agreements serve as the cornerstone of a successful and harmonious relationship between parents and nannies. These agreements provide a clear outline of expectations, responsibilities, and boundaries, ensuring that both parties are on the same page from the outset. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the importance of nanny work agreements, explore industry…

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Nurturing Positive Workplace Dynamics: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers

  In the intricate dance of employer-employee relationships, establishing and nurturing a strong foundation is paramount for a thriving and respectful workplace. Whether your team includes a nanny, chef, or household manager, understanding the delicate balance between personal and professional interactions is key to fostering a positive and harmonious environment. Effective Communication within Working Hours:…

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Helping your child adjust to a new caregiver.

Every child will receive care from someone other than their parents.  It may be a nanny, babysitter, grandparent, daycare worker or teacher.  Often times this situation can be difficult for both parent and child.  TLC Family Care would like to share some tips to help you both through this new challenge. 1. Preparation.  A few days before start…

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4 Car Safety Tips for Nannies to Follow

As a nanny, you’re not only investing in your childcare career, you’re also investing in the well-being and safety of someone else’s children. Your responsibility is to provide maximum care and the most hazard-free environment, which may include traveling via car.  You may prefer to use your own vehicle for your job because you’re more…

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Top 5 Nanny Sites You Should Be Following

The nanny world is full of resources and information for nannies, parents and agencies. We’ve pulled together 5 of our favorites that we think you should be checking out for the information they provide. Nanny Magazine. This is the only publication for nannies featuring advice, industry news, insights and inspiration. They offer free articles and…

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The Benefits of A Nanny Work Agreement

Like any other relationship, good communication is vital to having an effective nanny/parent-family relationship. To avoid any miscommunication, TLC Family Care suggests creating a work agreement, or contract, for both the nanny and family to agree to. But what does a work agreement include? Agreed upon salary: After you and your nanny have agreed on…

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The Importance of a Regular Routine to your Child

Regular schedules provide the day with a structure that orders a young child’s world. Although predictability can be tiresome for adults, children thrive on repetition and routine. Schedules begin from the first days of life. Babies, especially, need regular sleep and meal programs and even routines leading up to those activities. As they gets older,…

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Tips on Finding a Nanny

Almost all busy, working parents need a nanny to take care of their child and, sometimes, their  household chores. Finding a nanny is not an easy thing to do. TLC is here to help navigate hiring a nanny. Before you start your search, here are some tips to get you ready: When finding a nanny,…

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