Basic tasks that you’ll be expected to know how to do as a nanny.
Get everything ready! Make sure the wipes are open, the new diaper is open and ready before you even undo the onesie. Doing steps 1-4 quickly will keep the baby from peeing on you. They typically pee as a reaction to fast change in temperature. Pro Tip: Never leave the baby on the changing table …
Have you gone and done it? Have you landed your first job? If not, check out some of my previous articles to find the perfect job for you! In my article discussing Nanny Expectations, I talk about the Should do, Would do, Could do lists. Starting this week, we will dive into more specific skills …
How many of you have a newborn? Any newborn nannies out there, trying to figure out how to get your baby down for a nap? Have you ever realized, too late, that you should’ve put the baby down for a nap long ago? Here’s how I put my little one to sleep in less than 2 minutes!
As a nanny, there are a number of skills you’ll always need. As the child ages, the specific skills needed to properly care for that child change. Today, we’re going to go over what some of these are so that you can be prepared for any future nannying jobs! I’ve organized these skills into three …
I’d be lying if I said my job is easy. But you don’t need formal education. When you think about it, you are essentially becoming a parent. So, you do what most new parents do: read loads of books watch hours of Youtube skim blogs and, when in doubt, google it or call someone more …
