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Annual Check-In with Your Nanny: How and Why to Reflect on the Past Year
by Westside Nannies | Dec 23, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog
An annual check-in with your nanny is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your childcare partnership, support retention, and ensure everyone stays on the same page. While day-to-day communication is important, setting aside intentional time to connect once a...
Why Good Nannies Leave: How to Keep Top Talent Long-Term
by Westside Nannies | May 7, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
Have you ever found that perfect nanny—the one who feels like part of the family—only to be blindsided when they decide to leave? You’re not alone; many families face this heartbreak and wonder why nannies leave jobs and what they could have done to prevent it. The...
Should I Provide a Nanny Car for My Nanny? The Real Reason the Answer is Yes
by Westside Nannies | May 5, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
If you’ve been wondering, “Should I provide a nanny car for my nanny?” — the short answer is yes, and there’s a very good reason why. Let’s break down the key benefits of providing a nanny car, including safety, insurance, maintenance, and control over car seats....
NCS or Nanny? Understanding the Differences
by Westside Nannies | May 2, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
If you're transitioning from a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) or Postpartum Doula (PPD) to a nanny, you might be wondering—why does this feel so different? And which option, NCS or nanny, is best for your family? Let’s break down the crucial differences so you can...
Hiring a Summer Nanny? How to Find (and Keep) Great Seasonal Support
by Westside Nannies | Apr 28, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
Thinking about hiring a summer nanny but not sure where to start? Whether you're planning vacations, need full-time help, or simply want to keep your kids engaged during those long, sunny days, finding the right seasonal support can make all the difference for your...
My Kids Like My Nanny More: What It Really Means and How to Strengthen Your Bond
by Westside Nannies | Apr 15, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
Dear Westside Nannies, I love our nanny. She’s wonderful with our children, a consummate professional, incredibly patient, and has been a true blessing to our whole family. But I’m a little embarrassed to admit that I’ve been feeling insecure lately. My kids seem to...
In the Know: Key Topics Nannies and Parents Should Discuss on (or Before) Their First Day Together
by Westside Nannies | Apr 15, 2025 | Family Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
Starting a new nanny position is exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming for both nannies and parents. That’s why having an open and honest conversation before the first day—or, at the very latest, on the first day—is so important. It sets the tone for a...
