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Everything Nannies Need to Know About Waldorf Education

by Westside Nannies | Apr 11, 2019 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog

Every family is different, but these days, it’s common to work for families who subscribe to specific philosophies about how children should be raised and educated. For toddlers, preschoolers, and beyond, there are so many different and expert-recommended ways to help...

A Guide to Retirement Options for Nannies

by Westside Nannies | Jun 26, 2019 | Family Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

If you haven’t started planning for retirement, you certainly aren’t alone. Around one in three Americans have fewer than $5,000 saved for retirement, according to Northwestern Mutual's 2018 Planning & Progress Study. On top of that, a full 78 percent of Americans...

Welcoming Feedback Helps You Grow

by Westside Nannies | Jun 20, 2019 | Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

Being on the receiving end of constructive criticism can feel daunting. After all, you’re eager to perform well and build a solid relationship with your employers and their children – getting feedback from them can feel intimidating. But here’s why it’s important....

Speaking Negatively About Past Employers Is A Big No-No

by Westside Nannies | Jun 11, 2019 | Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

“If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.” Sure, this may seem unrealistic for a lot of avenues in life, but when it comes to discussing past employers – especially to a potential employer – this should be a rule of thumb. Here’s why. Your Feelings...

Timeouts May Be On Their Way…Out

by Westside Nannies | May 20, 2019 | Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

We’re all intimately familiar with what “timeout” means, and not in terms of sports. The popular parenting method was first coined in the 1950s, and has been a staple in family homes ever since. But with the rise of attachment parenting and more psychological...

6 Tips for Nannies When the Family Is Going Through a Divorce

by Westside Nannies | May 9, 2019 | Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

As a nanny, you get an intimate look into the day-to-day lives of families, and sometimes that means being up front row, center when a family is going through a divorce. Divorces happen, and it’s never an easy choice or transition for anyone involved. During a...

5 Tips For Leaving Your Job The Right Way

by Westside Nannies | May 7, 2019 | Nanny Blog | 0 Comments

It’s time to address the elephant in the room: quitting. It’s something everyone has experienced at least once, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy -- especially when children are involved. Leaving a nanny job usually means a tough transition for everyone: parents, kids,...

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