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An Evidence-Based Approach to Infant Sleep Challenges: What Families Need to Know
by Westside Nannies | Oct 6, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog
Few things test a parent’s patience and resilience quite like sleepless nights. From frequent wakings to nap battles, sleep struggles are not only trying, but they’re also one of the most common challenges faced in the early years of parenting. While well-meaning...
Let the Celebrations Begin! 10 Heartfelt Ways to Honor Your Nanny During National Nanny Recognition Week
by Westside Nannies | Sep 16, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
As National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW) approaches, we’re given a golden opportunity to celebrate the everyday heroes who bring boundless joy, nurturing care, and unwavering support into our lives. This cherished occasion spotlights the immeasurable impact that...
Support Made Simple: Retirement Options for Your Nanny
by Westside Nannies | Sep 10, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
When a nanny asks about retirement benefits, it’s a meaningful sign of their long-term commitment. While not required by law, offering retirement support can be a powerful retention tool and a way to show your caregiver you truly care about their well-being. Luckily,...
5 Questions Every Employer Should Ask Their Nanny
by Westside Nannies | Sep 9, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
While due diligence, like background checks and checking references, is essential, the interview is where you discover who a candidate is and how they could solve your childcare problems. And devising the right questions to ask your nanny can help you go beyond...
Here’s Why You Need Your Nanny to be a Safe, Experienced Driver
by Westside Nannies | Sep 5, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
This week, a CBS Texas report described a terrifying afternoon: a live-in nanny was learning to drive when she accidentally hit the accelerator instead of the brake, sending the car into Lake Ray Hubbard. Thankfully, deputies were able to pull all the passengers (the...
Nanny’s Car vs. Nanny Car: Which Option Is Best for Your Family?
by Westside Nannies | Sep 5, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
If your nanny is responsible for driving on the job, there’s an important decision to make: should your nanny use their own car for work, or should you provide a dedicated nanny car? Both options have advantages, and the right choice depends on your family’s needs,...
The 7-Second Rule: Understanding the Impact of a Nanny’s Initial Interactions
by Westside Nannies | Sep 3, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
It only takes seven seconds to make a first impression. And in childcare, those first moments matter more than you might think. When a nanny first meets your child, the tone of their interaction can influence how quickly trust is built, how comfortable your child...