I will never forget the first time I saw her. I had moved to LA 9 month’s prior and had been to countless interviews. I couldn’t seem to find the right fit. I had one temp job on location for a couple of months and was abused by my employer and developed an anxiety issue. […]
“Oh, a Manny, like, a male nanny? That’s good.” This was the response I got 90% of the time when I was asked how old my darling children were as they see us wrestling in the park or picking out candy as they hide behind my leg. It’s a compliment that the children I care […]
I once had an ocean massage – a massage, in the ocean – on a workday. Being a travel nanny can certainly have its perks! You’ve probably clued on to the fact that it has its downsides, too. All work does, all travel does, and catching baby’s poo in your hands isn’t fun, even if […]
One of the great joys of having the privilege to pair childcare providers with amazing, interesting families is seeing that moment that I like to call the “click”. So often I am told “we know what we are looking for” or “I know what type of family I work best with” but just like any […]
Nobody ever said co-parenting was easy. When you are a Nanny, you are in a sense co-parenting with your Nanny Family. Together, you are working to take care of the child(ren); ensuring they are learning, happy, healthy and safe. Every Nanny schedule is different. Some Nannies work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am – 5:00pm. […]
The holidays have always been a magical time for our family. Coming from a big Italian family, I remember my parents, my sisters and brothers, aunts and uncles and my cousins gathered at a huge table with my Nonna at the head. I remember copious amounts of food, laughter and most importantly love and happiness. […]
Hi, my name is Martin Mijares, and I am Sociologist with Filipino Heritage. Being raised in the Bay Area enables me to the meshing of all the diverse cultures that reside here. I come from an extended family, many younger and still in elementary school, which grants me a special perspective, seeing things from their […]
We all love being a Nanny. It is a profession that requires passion. Having an open heart to love and care for other people’s children as if they were your own is an extremely unique quality to have. However- have you ever reached a time in the day where you get tired of it? Hear […]
Top 5 tips from Attorney Grant Toeppen when considering legal counsel – What to ask – Top 5 questions to ask a family law attorney: Do you charge a flat rate or do you charge an hourly rate? Do you see this case being handled by a settlement agreement or litigation Will you perform all […]
Mia, my 9 month old daughter, was playing with her favorite guitar toy one afternoon and she hit herself in the head with it. She began to cry and put her arms out for me. I scooped her up and kissed her puffy cheeks, wiped the tears from her face and told her how sorry […]