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November 12, 2019

Choosing Music For Babies and Toddlers

Music is so essential for all of us. Choosing great music for the youngest kids is important especially since kids love repetition and you will be listening to these songs over and over. Here is our top 10 list in an attempt to go above and beyond the standards! Let’s start with a standard- “Do-Re-Mi” […]

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October 12, 2019

Baby Food – Made Fun and Easy

You will prepare thousands of meals for your kids in their lifetime. But some of most fun meals are the first ones. And once you have introduced foods and baby gets a little older, there can be wonderful, creative moments of sharing food combinations and meals with you little one. Here are some of our […]

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August 17, 2019

Myths and Misunderstandings about Car Seat Safety

Correct car seat usage can reduce infant fatality by 71 percent. That’s a huge number. So let’s take a look at a few misconceptions about car seat safety practices.  “My kid is now 2 so I can let them face forward FINALLY!” Car seat transitions should be made based on height and weight NOT age. […]

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June 15, 2019

Tips – Kids and Sun Screen – Skip the Struggle

WE KNOW….. Regular use of sunscreen can reduce risk of melanoma by 40 percent in young adulthood. It prevents short term painful burns in addition to the long term affects. It’s the healthy thing to do. But putting sunscreen on a kid can be the battle royale of the summer. Ideas to ease the pain […]

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May 15, 2019

Children’s Books – A Window to Fine Art

We often spend a great deal of time thinking about all the children’s books we read to kids and the language they are developing. Some of the most beautiful and expressive art of modern times, however, is found in children’s books. As we read and enjoy the pictures with our children, take note of the […]

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March 15, 2019

Importance of Outdoor Play for Young Kids

We are all ready for spring and looking forward to getting outside after a long winter. Being outdoors is so important for everyone but especially for children. Studies show that the outdoors provides stress relief, allows them to see the world from a new perspective and fosters muscle strength and coordination. Children are better able […]

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December 15, 2018

Choosing Toys for Babies and Toddlers

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 […]

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November 20, 2018

What is Sensory Processing for Children?

Children 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 […]

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June 15, 2018

Thinking About Kids and Nutrition – What Kids Eat

Picky 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 […]

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May 15, 2018

Baby’s Brain

First 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 […]

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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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