It happens a lot at the holidays- you pick out the hottest, most difficult to find toy and wrap it carefully. Once the child opens it, they play with the box more than the toy! Children often want toys that are loud, expensive and tied to the newest or most popular television show. But those […]
MoreChildren are in a constant state of taking in stimuli. Their brains are working very hard to figure out and sort thru information from their 7 senses. You probably already know about the basic 5- sight, sound, taste, touch and smell. But did you know there are 2 others that are equally important. Vesticular Sense […]
MoreAvailable these days, there are a whole host of classes for infants and toddlers but are those classes really beneficial to your little one? Well, there is little hard evidence but let’s investigate. Music Class for Infants Music classes, like the ones offered by Making Music, really makes a difference. This study found that babies […]
MoreAs your baby grows into a toddler, you may find that it is time to start practicing setting limits and helping your child regulate his emotions and behavior. At this age, there are many developmental reasons that your little one will dump food on the floor or swat at you when frustrated. But it is […]
MoreSummer time is time for playgrounds and beaches – but what about reading? Summer reading and leisure trips to the library. Local libraries have summer reading programs for free- even if your little ones are too young to do the reading themselves. And if you can’t get to the library? Try reading programs at Barnes […]
MorePicky Eaters We are always concerned with kids and nutrition. Whether it’s first foods, picky eaters or just what to give hungry little ones- there is lots of information out there. Here are a few tips we love. Most experts agree that forcing kids to try certain foods only increases the emotional battle, exactly what […]
MoreFirst Three Years….. In the first three years of life, more than a million neural connections are made each second in your child’s brain. These connections do not just affect cognitive abilities like reading and math, but also affect their relationships, social skills and our emotional health as adults. The brain also goes thru a […]
MoreAnyone with a small child knows how hard it is to get young children out the door. Unless you are headed to the ice cream parlor, you have to have a plan or your three year old’s need to put on his own shoes will eat away any chance that you can stop for coffee […]
MoreSo, a new baby is ready to arrive any day now. You may think you have everything covered but there are 3 things are often forgotten. Baby-Proofing Your Home It seems like it may be too early to focus on this but before you know it, the time will come where baby-proofing is necessary but everyone […]
MoreWe have all heard of children who hate brushing their teeth — and we may have even once been them ourselves. Fortunately, there are some great strategies a parent or nanny can try to make brushing a fun time for young ones. Parents and nannies alike can use these tips to build good habits from a […]
MoreApril 30 – May 3, 2020 MONTREAL CANADA Delta Marriott Montreal Hotel Registration Opens November 1, 2019 Conference Website
MoreOctober 11-13 – Learn with other nannies…and have a ton of fun!
MoreSaturday April 13 10am – 3pm Church of the Redeemer 230 Pennswood Rd, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Registration includes workshops and lunch! Early Bird Registration until March 15 Use This Link To Register!
MoreCome hear from one of our Elite Nannies, Arlene Wray, author and book publisher of Snorkkel Whalengton. We are raffling off 3 signed copies! Let’s treat ourselves! We’ve worked hard all year, and let’s enjoy hearing Arlene’s story, meet other nannies and enjoy a Mexican feast! Besito Mexican Restaurant 105 Coulter Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003 December 13 […]
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