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A positive working relationship with your nanny is built on shared values and trust. Aside from experience in the field and chemistry with you and your children, a nanny should have a specific set of qualities in order to create a fun, safe and educational environment for your children. The needs of every family is […]

Full Time Nanny, Nanny

Top 5 Qualities A Good Nanny Should Have

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Aging parents require you and your loved ones to provide additional assistance as time goes on. But it’s not always obvious that an elderly parent needs help. Many children and may be unaware of the growing needs of parents. In many cases, a medical issue arises before family members realize that they must provide additional […]

Caregiver Benefits, Elderly Parent Help

Why Your Elderly Parent Needs Extra Help

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Your nanny is a valuable member of your support circle. A nanny can provide services related to child care, home cleaning and even managing aspects of your family schedule. But your nanny won’t be very effective if he or she isn’t happy. Similar to an employee in any company, nannies have needs and goals that […]

Managing Staff, Nanny, Nanny Services

How To Ensure Your Nanny Is Happy In Your Home

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Someone you love is getting older and beginning to show signs of needing help. Maybe you’ve noticed your Dad’s mail is not being opened. Or your Mom, who usually always looks so together, is not taking care of herself like she used to by dressing up and doing her hair. Older people don’t like to […]

Caregiver Benefits, Elder Family Member, Elderly Parent Help

When Is It Time To Find Help For An Elder Family Member?

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Taking care of someone with Alzheimer’s Disease can make you feel both good and overwhelmed at the same time. There are always new things that test you and push you to your limits. As time marches on and the person for whom you’re caring becomes more disoriented, that’s when you realize how much you’ve really […]

Alzheimer's And Caregiving, Caregiver Benefits

5 Things To Know About Alzheimer’s And Caregiving

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A lot can change in a year, especially in your family’s life. If it’s been a year since you’ve hired your nanny, or another year has passed, it’s time to conduct a performance review. The needs of you and your family, as well as the needs of your nanny, need to be taken into account […]

Nanny

How To Conduct A Performance Review For Your Nanny

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When it comes to hiring a nanny, you can choose to use a traditional nanny agency or do-it-yourself. The DIY route often involves placing an advertisement, sifting through countless responses from prospective candidates, making unending phone calls, and interviewing a long list of candidates. Even if the strongest candidate you find has good referrals, the […]

Nanny Services, Online Nanny Services

Is An Online Nanny Service Right For My Family?

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Going to work and taking care of a cranky preschooler or two can be quite exhausting for many parents, causing them to consider hiring a nanny who can direct all their attention to taking care of the little ones. But there are many factors to consider when looking for a nanny, including getting an independent […]

Nanny Services

What Level Of Nanny Service Should You Invest In?

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A strong bond between a nanny and a child will provide immeasurable benefits to your child’s well-being that will last for a lifetime. It is important to take a proactive approach and encourage bonding as much as possible. Get Child Excited About Nanny’s Arrival When transitioning a nanny into your home environment, it is important […]

Managing Staff, Nanny

6 Ways To Promote Bonding Between Your Nanny And Your Children

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It can be a daunting task to find the right person to care for your family. It’s important to find one who has all of the necessary qualifications and references, who fits into your home environment and who is beloved by your children. Here are some things to look for to ensure that you are […]

Nanny

10 Signs Of A Great Nanny

Samantha C.

She has been a partner in not only making sure my daughter grows up safe and healthy, but also polite, kind, and educated from an early age. I am so fortunate to have found Maria with Diamond’s help, as my life could not be as it is without her."

"Maria hasn’t simply joined our family, she has grown up with it, and is fundamental to it. 

Wooley Family

She is always taking the kids to the parks to do outdoor activities and gets the two older boys to school on time. Sheila is the best cook ever she can make homemade dumplings, wontons, stir fry, spaghetti, homemade garlic lemon chicken fingers and the list goes on. 

"Sheila has the most positive, resilient and heart felt personality. Sheila is an early riser and every morning she is happy and upbeat and 100% reliable.

Newhook Family

As first time parents we look to Brenda for guidance, as she is a mom and has raised many other babies. She’s punctual, reliable, trustworthy and helps with many household tasks such as cooking and cleaning. 

"In just a few short months Brenda has become an integral part of our family and we couldn’t be happier! Her beautiful spirit and positive attitude reassured us we made the right decision. 

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