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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 […]
MoreRecently, 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 […]
MoreTis 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 […]
MoreMusic 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” […]
MoreYou 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 […]
MoreCorrect 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. […]
MoreWE 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 […]
MoreWe 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 […]
MoreWe 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 […]
MoreIt 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 […]
MoreHilton Denver City Center Denver, CO March 20-22, 2026 INA’s annual conference brings together childcare professionals to network, learn, and advance the highest standards in professional in-home care. Click here to learn more. Questions? Contact Conference Committee conference@nanny.org
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