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November 3, 2020

Mindset – Encouraging Gratitude

As Thanksgiving approaches, we usually are talking about all the things we are thankful for this season. This year feels very different. It is not easy to be thankful for endless zoom calls instead of being with people. It is not easy to be thankful for always staying at home instead of gathering with family […]

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October 15, 2020

Great Alternative Halloween Ideas

Halloween has become a huge holiday season in the past few years. It isn’t just trick or treat, it’s school parties, hay rides, block parties and haunted houses. Most of these things will not be able to happen, or at least not in the same way this year. So what can we do to make […]

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October 10, 2020

Helping Kids Manage Fear

The month of October for many is full of fun, candy, laughter and spooky surprise. But for many children, being afraid is never fun. It can be debilitating and cause the month of Halloween to be full of anxiety. There are a few things you can do to help kids manage this tough emotion. Fear […]

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July 3, 2020

Raising Open Minded Children

When we think about the humans we are hoping to raise, we hope they are accepting and welcoming of others. This actually means starting early to expose your child to those who are different than you- not only in race, ethnicity, religion or politics, but also in socioeconomic class, family structure, physical abilities and more. […]

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June 5, 2020

Music – Bonding, Stress-buster, and More for Young Children

Studies have shown us that music affects nearly every part of development for children.

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April 11, 2020

Potty Training – A Relaxed Approach

Perhaps the time has come for potty training. The term usually sparks a mixture of anticipation of a life without diapers and the dread of the process. But it doesn’t have to be thought of as a chore! There is much to know before you start down the path. Let’s explore this stage a little. […]

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March 11, 2020

Self Care-Critical for Everyone

Snuggly giggles, warm hugs and buoyant smiles all make us happy as we spend much time and energy helping to raise children. It’s not always smiles and snuggles and can truly be a draining job both emotionally and physically. This is why it is essential to make sure you take care of yourself. It’s a […]

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February 1, 2020

Revolutionary Domestic Worker Bill of Rights in Philadelphia

At Philadelphia Nanny Network we have always been committed to creating successful and happy relationships between employees and families which includes advising on HR best practices.  Last November, Philadelphia passed landmark legislation, the Domestic Worker Bill of Rights providing for legal protections for all in home employees. The bill goes into effect in May of […]

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December 31, 2019

New Baby Safe Sleeper- Is It Safe?

Recently, major retailers Amazon, WalMart, Buy Buy Baby and others have pulled all infant inclined sleepers from their websites and in store locations. These sleepers are popular with many parents as they offer a spot for babies to snooze or nap and are often portable. But the medical research shows that infants are safest when […]

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December 16, 2019

The Gift Of Time

Tis the season for gift giving! Choosing just the right thing for someone is a difficult process. It is easy to get drawn into the shopping frenzy. This season, however, you may want to consider something better for the earth and better for your relationships. Give the gift of an experience. Giving an experience may […]

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Events

Nannypalooza 9/27/24 – 9/29/24

Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina Attend Nannypalooza, a weekend conference designed for nannies to learn, share ideas, and connect. In an inclusive, welcoming space, Nannypalooza embraces the philosophy that everyone is both a teacher and a learner. With a relaxed atmosphere but a serious commitment to quality child care, Nannypalooza offers inspiring sessions and valuable networking opportunities. […]

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INA Virtual Summit

Join the INA 2024 Virtual Summit January 12-13, 2024. Friday, January 12th will have 6 workshops focused on businesses in the industry. Saturday, January 13th will have 6 workshops focused on Nannies and NCS. Summit registration gets you access to both days AND access to the recordings for 60 days after the event. Workshops will be […]

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Join US – Learn and Have Fun

Stand up for quality in-home childcare across the globe. International Nanny Association Annual Conference May 4 – 7, 2023 Orlando, Florida Doubletree by Hilton, Orlando at SeaWorld For more info Click on INA Conference website!

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Camp@Home Sample Day

Camp@Home is an exciting summer program with a different “Around the World” theme each week. Each day will include a craft and a mix of physical and imaginative activities. We are excited to bring camp to your house! Weekly Themes: California Coast Summer Camp Roundup Desert Digs Swiss Alps Hiking & Nature Sydney Outer Space […]

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