You’ve spent the past few months in baby bliss but now it’s time to start thinking about going back to work. Whether your return to work is something that excites you and has you knocking down the door at the nanny agency, or makes you...
Professional nannies spend years taking care of other people’s children. They’re exposed to a wide range of personalities and situations and seem to know all the tricks of the trade whether it’s dealing with fussy eaters or how to effortlessly get everyone organised and out...
Most parents will tell you that one of their greatest frustrations is that their kids don’t listen. Inevitably at these times, parents feel disrespected. And what happens next is that frustration kicks in, and so in order to solicit some kind of action, we raise...
When Ava was 7 months old, her Mum Jane confided to her best friend that she wasn’t really ‘enjoying’ full time motherhood. Despite having taken a year of parental leave, Jane was keen to get back to work. In hushed tones over a cup of coffee,...
Thousands of people from across the globe aspire to live and work in Australia. Australia is known for its endless sunshine, relaxed beach culture, rural landscapes and vast open spaces. Australian people are considered friendly and welcoming – after all, this is a country that has...
There’s a famous quote in parenting circles: “It takes a village to raise a child.” Simply meaning that many people have an influence on children, from aunts and uncles, to grandparents, educators, family friends and siblings. When you are a nanny, it is your responsibility...
Jacinta, a professional nanny in Sydney tells the delightful story of Zoe, a cute four year-old with a big imagination. When Zoe’s family moved from Queensland to the Blue Mountains, their first winter was something they weren’t completely prepared for. But on her first day...
The prospect of hiring a babysitter can be daunting for some parents. We all want someone who is trustworthy, experienced, competent, and whose values are in alignment with our own. But how can you be certain that a prospective babysitter is going to be a...
A live-in nanny can be a great option for families looking for flexible, full-time, in-home childcare. For parents whose jobs demand irregular work hours, frequent night shifts, or who are required to travel extensively for work, being able to find a live-in nanny to hire...
There’ so much to love about being a work at home mum (WAHM) but there’s also a lot to loathe when school holidays roll around (as they so frequently do!). It doesn’t have to be so stressful though – there are a myriad of way...
Whether you are a working mum or a stay-at-home mum, the decision to go back to study is a big one. Maybe you’re looking to gain further qualifications in your current field, preparing for re-entry into the workforce, or working towards a higher paying or more...
We all know exercise is good for us – but it is particularly important for our kids. Physical activity is not only great fun – it is essential for healthy growth and development. So how do we make sure our kids are getting enough? Why an active...
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