Different Childcare Options for the Modern Mum
When I had my first child, I remember being completely overwhelmed by the different childcare options available. One afternoon, while chatting with another mum at a local playgroup, I mentioned that we were thinking about getting a babysitter. She replied, “Do you mean a nanny or a childminder?” I froze. I thought I did… but […]
Using a Nanny Cam in the Home
The use of nanny cams, the personal surveillance cameras that are either hidden or installed in plain sight to record a nanny’s activities on the job, is a hotly debated topic. Some parents feel it’s wise to use what technology has to offer to monitor kids’ safety and care, while others feel that the […]
Choosing the Right Babysitting Service
Choosing the right babysitting service these days is becoming as difficult as picking the right flavour of jam. Let’s face it: having someone look after your children is daunting. But add the anxiety of not knowing the person, and daunting turns into manic frenzy. Therefore, the obvious first step for any parent looking for childcare is to […]
Importance of Paediatric First Aid
As parents we always want our children to be safe. And when we leave them in the care of a nursery or school, a nanny, an au pair or a babysitter, we want to have some assurance that in case of an emergency, the person taking care of your little ones will know exactly how to react […]
What makes for a good babysitter?
“We have the best babysitter in the world!” – phrase, all parents would love to pronounce, but they rarely do in real life. One of the most difficult tasks for busy working parents is to find the right person for their children, especially in London, where are so many childcare providers, many of whom […]