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A Family’s Guide to Immigration Safety: Keeping Your Nanny Safe and Informed
by Westside Nannies | Feb 10, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog
Hiring a foreign-born nanny can bring a beautiful mix of cultural experiences into your home, but it also comes with a unique set of realities. With immigration policies frequently changing, it’s understandable if you have concerns about your nanny’s legal status or...
A Family’s Guide to Immigration Safety: Keeping Your Nanny Safe and Informed
by Westside Nannies | Feb 10, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
Hiring a foreign-born nanny can bring a beautiful mix of cultural experiences into your home, but it also comes with a unique set of realities. With immigration policies frequently changing, it’s understandable if you have concerns about your nanny’s legal status or...
What to Say in a Nanny Reference Letter (and Why It Matters)
by Westside Nannies | Feb 6, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
When it’s time to say goodbye to a beloved nanny, one of the best ways you can support them in their next chapter is by writing a thoughtful and detailed reference letter. A strong letter can make all the difference in helping them secure their next great role. Here’s...
Easing Fear & Anxiety: How to Comfort Children in Uncertain Times
by Westside Nannies | Feb 4, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
When a crisis occurs, children may struggle to understand what happened and why their world suddenly feels different. Their fears may not always be voiced, but they can show up in the form of clinginess, trouble sleeping, irritability, or even physical symptoms like...
Keeping Calm Under Pressure: A Family-to-Nanny Guide for Emergencies
by Westside Nannies | Jan 27, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
The LA fires have reminded us all how critical it is to stay prepared and maintain clear communication during emergencies. Emergency situations can be overwhelming, but with preparation and teamwork, families and nannies can help ensure not only that everyone is on...
2025 IRS Mileage Reimbursement Increase: What Nannies and Employers Need to Know
by Westside Nannies | Dec 23, 2024 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
As we welcome 2025, a noteworthy change is coming for those who drive for work: the IRS mileage reimbursement rate increases to 70 cents per mile on January 1, 2025. This is a three-cent increase from the 2024 rate of 67 cents per mile, providing a bit of extra relief...
Things We Wish Every Nanny Family Knew About the Holiday Season
by Westside Nannies | Dec 11, 2024 | Family Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
The holidays are a magical time of year, but they can also be busy and stressful—especially for families and their nannies. While you're juggling packed calendars, holiday traditions, gift shopping, etc., your nanny is likely doing the same! Here’s a little insider...