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Childcare Articles and Resources
The US Nanny Association is a platform to share expert childcare articles, information about child development and tools to help parents, nannies and childcare businesses navigate our industry. We welcome guest speakers and authors.
Confidence During Nanny Interviews
The interviewing process can be quite unnerving. Focus on what you can do to improve your nanny interview skills rather than things out of your control.
Fear and Loathing in Chicago
Protests against police brutality and systemic racism have been happening across the country and around the world.
Preschooler Development
Preschoolers are transitioning from parallel play to associate play as they increasingly interact with others during cooperative play.
Cooking with Your Nanny Kids
I am a huge fan of getting kids involved in food preparation, so they know what goes into the foods they eat and get a sense of ownership in preparing food.
Protect Children From Abuse
Abuse takes place behind closed doors: physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect. Through research, it is known that abuse is exacerbated in isolation.
Toddler Development
While some toddlers will be outgoing, some may be reserved so it’s important to remember that each child develops on his/her own timeline.
Respectfully Reject a Nanny Applicant
Turning a nanny away is never easy but it’s a task that many agency owners have to manage as the candidate does not have childcare qualifications.
Easy As ABC: Alphabet Games
For the nanny or parent who seeks ways to enhance language development, the alphabet can be a lifesaver during car rides or waiting for appointments.
Importance of Nanny Contracts
The best way to reduce miscommunications for a successful nanny placement is a contract. Having a nanny contract is beneficial to both the nanny and the family.
Filing 2020 Nanny Taxes
It’s that time of year, tax time. Questions are starting to pour in from nannies about filing their taxes.
Raise Right-Brain Kids
In the Conceptual Age, the “right-brain” is right on. “Right brain” skills include design, storytelling, symphony, empathy, play, and meaning.
Newborn and Infant Development
Newborns and infants develop quickly in 1 year. Progress is remarkable and there are things that parents and nannies can do to enhance the child’s development.
