by Nanny Institute | Apr 24, 2018 | Caring for Children
School’s Out! School’s Out! Children love this chant and we are about to hear it a lot as we near the end of the school year. After all, summer is a time for sun, fun, and relaxation. In addition to planning vacations, have you (parents and nannies) thought about...
by Nanny Institute | Apr 2, 2018 | Caring for Children
Have you ever wondered what motivates thoughts and behaviors in children? Our understanding of human nature and child development is continually advancing but all children are different, and no one has all the answers. However, a few recognized theories can provide...
by Nanny Institute | Mar 12, 2018 | Caring for Children
You opened a diaper to a full blow out, removed the soiled clothing, and used a ton of wipes to clean up. Now that the baby is clean and you’re ready for a new outfit, it’s done, right? Maybe not. Big blowouts and moisture on the skin from urinating can lead to diaper...
by Nanny Institute | Mar 3, 2018 | Caring for Children
Think back to the days of your childhood. What are you reminded of? Are you reflecting on times of messy play and skinned knees? These are important memories and developmental activities in preschool. So how does a Nanny or Sitter help create engaging early childhood...
by Nanny Institute | Feb 20, 2018 | Caring for Children
In today’s world, physical activity is increasingly important to our health. Sedentary lifestyles and poor eating habits are more common, which means introducing sports, especially to young children, is important. Sports encourage kids to be involved, keep active, and...
by Nanny Institute | Feb 15, 2018 | Caring for Children
It’s part of every parent and caregiver’s worst nightmare- getting a call or seeing on the news that there has been a mass shooting at a school. These events are not something that many of us feel equipped to process, let alone help our children manage but there are...
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