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Postpartum Nutrition Secrets: What Industry-Best Doulas Know About Maternal Recovery
by Westside Nannies | May 11, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog
The postpartum period is often described as the “fourth trimester”, a time of profound change, healing, and adjustment. For new mothers, postpartum nutrition plays a critical role in recovery during the fourth trimester, yet it’s one of the most overlooked aspects of...
Your Questions About ICE Raids Answered as a Nanny Employer
by Westside Nannies | Jan 27, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
For many American families facing immigration enforcement activity in their community, things feel unsettling, especially when their presence could impact the people you trust most with your children. As a nanny employer, what are your rights, what are your...
New Mileage Reimbursement Rate for Nannies in 2026: Here’s What You Need to Know
by Westside Nannies | Jan 20, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
If driving is part of your childcare routine, you need to know about the new 2026 mileage reimbursement rate. Whether you are a nanny using your personal vehicle for school drop-offs or a family reimbursing work-related driving, understanding the updated mileage...
Working From Home with a Nanny: How to Build a Successful and Respectful Partnership
by Westside Nannies | Jan 16, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
Working from home with a nanny has become the norm for many families. While work-from-home or hybrid setups offer flexibility and the comfort of being at home with your children, they also introduce unique challenges that can impact routines, boundaries, and...
Here’s Our Number One Tip for Maintaining a Great Relationship with Your Nanny
by Westside Nannies | Jan 16, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
A great relationship with your nanny does not happen by accident. While a solid, natural connection is a great start, a strong relationship is built intentionally, day by day, through trust, respect, and most importantly, communication. When families prioritize...
Myth vs. Reality: What Families Think They Know About Hiring a Nanny But Often Get Wrong
by Westside Nannies | Jan 8, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog | 0 Comments
If you are hiring a nanny for the first time, it can feel like everyone has advice. Friends share stories, Facebook groups offer opinions, and quick online searches promise easy answers. Many families believe they understand how hiring a nanny works, but the reality...
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 | 0 Comments
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...





