At the very front of the handbook, there should be numbers, contact information, and anything else that’s critically important to the safety of your children. While you’ll want to include your own cell phone number, e… See more

Schedules are important, particularly for infants and toddlers who require a very specific routine. While your nanny will eventually get familiar with the routine, including a detailed schedule can help her survive the … See more

If you have school-aged children, then their schedule is a little more complicated in that they probably need to be carpooled around from one activity to the next. Instead of counting on your nanny to remember these details, rec… See more

Chances are, your nanny isn’t just at the house to take care of the kids. You may also be paying her for things like watching your dog, doing laundry and dishes, cleaning the house, etc. If you have house needs like t… See more

Near the front of the book, be sure to include any applicable safety and health information that your nanny will need to care for your children in the best possible manner. This includes information related to allergies… See more