Episode 87 - Inviting Kids into the Kitchen

Episode 87 - Inviting Kids into the Kitchen

Inviting kids to cook alongside us can be a daunting idea. This week I was lucky enough to talk to Leah McDermott, of Your Natural Learner, about ways to begin inviting children to be a part of everything from grocery shopping to food prep to clean up. Cooking with children has so many benefits for both you and the child! I learned so much and I know you will too!

Episode 86 - Nutrition for Nannies

Episode 86 - Nutrition for Nannies

Nannies are often surrounded by processed, snacky foods that can make it difficult to make healthy choices! Brooke Blazevich, of Nanny Harmony, joins us this week to talk us through some strategies for setting yourself up for success when it comes to food choices. Changing habits can be hard, but you deserve to live the life you want to live!

Episode 85 - Nannying in Different Cultures

Episode 85 - Nannying in Different Cultures

Nannying practices change slightly family to family. So imagine how much they change country to country! Stephanie Ojukwu joins us this week to talk about nannying all over the world! From Japan to Australia to America and a time teaching in China, Stephanie has been all over! The biggest takeaway is to approach each new place with an open heart and a good attitude, but this episode taught me so many things I didn't know about our wonderful world!

Episode 84 - Power Struggles with Parents

Episode 84 - Power Struggles with Parents

​It takes so much courage to stand up for yourself, especially when your job is on the line. In nannying, we work so closely with families that sometimes boundaries feel less clear than in other jobs. Pascale Brady is back to talk us through ways to handle potential power struggles with parents. This episode is also great for working to prevent future problems by addressing them before they grow!

Episode 83 - Mother's Day

Episode 83 - Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there! This week Angela Johnson (of Third Parent Academy and Ask the Nanny) talks us through all sorts of Mother's Day gift ideas! We also discuss a nanny's role in planning for Mother's Day! And again, happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there!

Episode 80 - Power Struggles with Kids

Episode 80 - Power Struggles with Kids

Part of a child's job is to push boundaries! It's natural but it can feel frustrating in the moment. Pascale Brady joins us again to talk through tools for preventing and working through power struggles with kids. This information has completely transformed my nanny day and I am excited to share it with all of you!

Episode 79 - Tactics for Teaching Bravery

Episode 79 - Tactics for Teaching Bravery

Trying new things can be scary for adults and children! But, as nannies, we need to lovingly encourage our little ones to face their fears in a safe way and discover all the ways they are brave and strong! In this episode, Cady Leinicke is back to help us talk through tactics for teaching bravery to kids!

Episode 78 - Nanny Squads

Episode 78 - Nanny Squads

Nannying can be an isolating career if you don't have a Nanny Squad to make it through the long days! Nickey Andree from The Nannyhood joins us this week to talk about creating a social network in your area, lovingly known as a Nanny Squad! From how to find your nanny hood to how to include someone new in your squad, Nickey is an expert in creating a supportive network!

Episode 77 - RIE for Caretakers

Episode 77 - RIE for Caretakers

RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers) is all about respect! Through this method, caregivers offer respect to their children and, in return, children learn to treat those around them with the same respect! Kimberly Roberts Benakovich joins us again to talk through the benefits of raising children through RIE or RIE-ish methods!

Episode 76 - International Nanny Training Day

Episode 76 - International Nanny Training Day

Sue Downey of Nannypalooza and the "Practically Perfect Podcast" joins us to talk about International Nanny Training Day (iNNTD). International Nanny Training Day is held to recognize the needs of young children and to raise awareness of the positive correlation between nanny training and quality care. This national initiative is part of Week of the Young Child, an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. 

On Saturday, April 21st nannies from all over the U.S and the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Australia will gather in their local communities at training events designed to meet their unique needs.

Episode 75 - Online Portfolios

Episode 75 - Online Portfolios

When you're on the hunt for a new family, it can feel difficult to set yourself apart from the other nannies out there! My guest this week, Candice Albert, has just the right thing to make you stand out - an online portfolio! We discuss the benefits of moving your portfolio online and some resources to make it SPARKLE!

Episode 74 - Bedtime Fears: Fighting Big Fears with Big Imaginations

Episode 74 - Bedtime Fears: Fighting Big Fears with Big Imaginations

Bedtime can be a scary time for children. From bad dreams to monsters to fears based in reality, there's a lot of things that our minds dredge up right before bedtime. In this episode, Cady Leinicke and I discuss several strategies to help little ones drift off to a peaceful sleep. Good night, everyone!

Episode 73 - Avoiding Cabin Fever with an Infant

Episode 73 - Avoiding Cabin Fever with an Infant

he winter is hard on us all. You're all stuck inside together and energy is often high with few places to get it all out! This cabin fever can be especially challenging when you're inside with an infant! How do you avoid going crazy when the only other person you have can't speak yet? Johanna Dunphy talks us through how to avoid those winter blues with infants! From creating a soundtrack for your day to baby workouts, Johanna has some wonderfully creative ways to keep everything feeling new and fun!

Episode 72 - Why the International Nanny Association is for YOU!

Episode 72 - Why the International Nanny Association is for YOU!

The International Nanny Association is a wonderful resource for nannies all over the world! According to their website, "INA’s mission is to serve as the umbrella association for the in-home, child care industry by providing information, education, and guidance to the public and to industry professionals." This week, Marcia Hall, the President of the INA, joins us to talk about how the International Nanny Association benefits YOU! From town halls to discounts to work agreements to networking, the INA is a wonderful place to become the best nanny you can be!

Episode 71 - Sleep Training

Episode 71 - Sleep Training

Sleep training can be tricky but sleep is so important for little ones (and, let's be honest, for us too)! This week my guest, Morgan Massaro, talks us through sleep training with the added layer of working with a nanny share! She is right in the middle of sleep training one of her littles and transitioning her other tiny one! Sweet dreams!

Episode 70 - Growth Mindset

Episode 70 - Growth Mindset

I am honored to have The Challenge Coach, Pascale Brady, on this week to talk about Growth Mindset and helping children develop grit. We discuss everything from the differences between a fixed mindset and growth mindset to how to model imperfection to what to say to a child in the face of disappointment. This episode is a wonderful reminder of the importance one person can have on a kid's outlook on life! For links to all the resources Pascale listed during this episode, please visit www.chroniclesofnannya.com! Also, be sure to visit Pascale's website (https://thechallengecoach.com/) for wonderful articles and other helpful resources!

Episode 69 - Libraries

Episode 69 - Libraries

Libraries are one of the best resources for nannies everywhere! From a free play area to picture books to science experiments, the library has it all! This week a real-life children's librarian joins us! Dannie Levine-Moore even brought books for a little story time at the end! Feed your inner bookworm with this week's episode!

Episode 68 - Play Dates

Episode 68 - Play Dates

lay dates are an important part of helping our little ones develop social skills! They can also be a highlight in a long week, especially when school is out! Cady Leinicke is back to talk through Play Dates in all their glory! From a child deciding last minute that they would rather stay home to a parent forgetting to tell you about a play date that's happening in 30 minutes, we cover it all!