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Three Winter Indoor Activity Ideas That Keep Kids Engaged and Learning
by Westside Nannies | Feb 4, 2026 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog
When cold weather settles in and time spent outdoors becomes limited, winter indoor activity planning becomes essential. For both families and nannies, having a few reliable, low-stress ideas ready for the kids can make long winter days feel calmer, more engaging,...
Annual Review with Your Nanny Family: How to Come Prepared and What to Expect
by Westside Nannies | Dec 23, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
An annual review with your nanny family can feel intimidating, especially if you have never had one before. In an industry that feels innately different than other, more traditional careers, nannies often haven’t experienced a formal performance review in past roles....
Setting Everyone Up for Success: What to Discuss Before the New Year in a Nanny Family Check-In
by Westside Nannies | Dec 23, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
As the year winds down, ‘tis the season for many families to naturally reflect on what worked, what felt challenging, and what they want more of in the months ahead. This moment of reflection is also the perfect opportunity for a thoughtful nanny family check-in....
Holiday Bonus for Nannies? 7 Things We Wish Every Nanny Family Knew About the Holiday Season
by Westside Nannies | Dec 16, 2025 | Family Blog, Featured Family Blog, Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
The holidays are a magical time of year, but we don’t have to tell you—they can also be chaotic, especially for families and their nannies. While you're juggling packed calendars, holiday traditions, gift shopping, etc., it can be easy to forget that your nanny is...
Meaningful and Creative Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Nanny Family
by Westside Nannies | Dec 16, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
The holiday season is here, and with it, a question we hear a lot: “Should I give my nanny family a gift?” Here are some gift ideas for your nanny family, along with tips to help you navigate holiday gifting, so you can make it as stress-free, budget-friendly, and...
Emotional Labor in Childcare: How Nannies Can Care for Children Without Burning Out
by Westside Nannies | Dec 12, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
The emotional labor in childcare is one of the most important and least discussed realities of being a professional nanny. Professional nannies are not only responsible for children’s physical safety and daily routines, but also their emotional needs, frustrations,...
The Professional Nanny Mindset: Daily Habits That Set You Apart
by Westside Nannies | Dec 12, 2025 | Featured Nanny Blog, Nanny Blog | 0 Comments
Want to be an exceptional professional nanny? Being a great nanny requires more than loving children and showing up for work. Families today are looking for caregivers who demonstrate a professional nanny mindset, meaning their ideal nanny embodies consistency,...





