Letter from the Editor

Around here, we think nannies are #1 – and we like to tell people about it. That’s why we’re so excited to launch the newest feature of Nanny Net News: America’s Top Nannies. To celebrate all of you out there who make such a huge difference in your families’ lives, we’ll feature a different nanny each month.

America’s Top Nannies

Overcoming obstacles. Making an impact in a family that really needed help. We know you're out there, Nanny Superstars, and Nanny Net  News wants to hear your story. Follow the link below and tell us why you're a real-life super nanny.

Here's what we want to know...

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Are you a member of local or national nanny association? Are you active in the community as a volunteer or part of an organization? Tell us a little about yourself and your life as a Nanny!

Photos are encouraged, but not required. Each month, we'll publish our favorite story in the newsletter – and if we print your story in an issue of Nanny Net News, we'll send you a free nanny sweatshirt or tee-shirt of your choice!

Join the Buzz: America’s Top Nannies

Do you know a real-life super nanny? We’d like to know! Join the discussion at The Nanny Buzz, where you’ll find tips and hints from nannies and experts, insight into the latest nanny news, and a forum where you can connect with other nannies and families.

Hiring a Live-In Nanny

Hiring a nanny takes time and special care. You want to be sure to find the right match for your family. But if you’re looking for a live-in nanny, the search becomes tougher and the review process essential.

Your live-in nanny will become a day-to-day part of your household, a role model for your children, and indeed, a part of the family. For that reason, you must determine exactly what you’re looking for well before your first nanny interview ever happens.

If it sounds like serious business, it is. But consider the brighter side as well. A live-in nanny will bring great value and joy to your family, when the fit is right. Here are some things to think about:

• Will your nanny's duties be explicitly related to childcare, or do you need assistance with household chores as well? (Examples include cooking and/or meal preparation.) If the latter, you may be looking for a Nanny Housekeeper, which you should specify in your search.
• Is this the first time your family has hired a live-in nanny? If so, consider how this will impact your family’s day-to-day experience and prepare for it.
• Have you prepared appropriate accommodations for your live-in nanny? In her off hours, your nanny should be able to enjoy a reasonable level of privacy, even within the home.
• What kind of hours will you need from your nanny, and what wages are appropriate given your expectations?
• Task-wise, what do you expect from your live-in nanny on a day-to-day basis?
• Should your nanny have a particular educational background or level of experience?
• What do you hope your nanny will bring to your child’s life?

When you’ve thought about the above questions, you’ll be in a much better position to evaluate candidates for your live-in nanny position.

Nannies: Find Your Next Job with Nanny Classifieds

Is your nanny profile up to date? Nanny Classifieds is the easy way to connect with families searching for talented childcare providers in your area – and your profile is the key to making the right match. The more you tell a potential employer about your experience and specialties, the more likely you’ll be able to find the right match.