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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What is a Nanny?

A nanny is a caregiver who comes to your home and cares for your children. When you hire a nanny, your children will receive one-on-one attention from an experienced caregiver in their own home environment. We’ve listed below the different types of nannies and the placements that TLC for Kids offers. Live-Out The live-out caregiver…

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How to Raise an Extrovert Child When You Are an Introvert

Even with all the rewards and happiness that parenthood provides, it may often leave an introverted parent feeling drained and in desperate need of some time to be alone. This is especially true if you’re an introverted parent trying to raise an extroverted child, who has a need for social interaction that far exceeds your…

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Tips for checking a childcare reference.

This post originally appeared June 2011, but the information is still valuable. Reference checking can be a daunting task, but don’t delay in this important step in finding and hiring your nanny.  As the Placement Counselor for TLC for Kids in St. Louis, I often take for granted the things I do everyday.  For example,…

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How long will my nanny stay!?

One question I hear from families when hiring a nanny is, “How long is she going to stay?”   I tell families there are reasons why a nanny might leave that are out of your hands. However, there are things a family can do to help a nanny feel comfortable in her position and happy…

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