Ever feel stuck in a Nanny Rut? Maybe it’s the seasons changing, or the boys maturing, but I am on the search for some NEW adventures. It seems like every 3-6 months, they are ready for the next step – next challenge. So where do I turn? Well there are several publications (online and print) available to Nannies and Families in our city, and today I want to share 5 of them!
High5 – Local Publications to Revitalize Your Days!
This is a book form print publication that is celebrating it’s 6th year! It’s full of information, resources, and medical expertise for both repeat and newly expectant parents. All resources that are helpful to Nannies caring for young children and expecting parents. To request a copy or sign up for the newsletter click here. A small amount of the resources and info. is online, but I pick mine up in book form at the Children’s Museum Center for free.
Online resources posted including links for: Children’s furniture. clothing, bookstores, play equipment, toys, activities, classes, and programs. This site also has a page that is “For Providers”.
Formerly, All About Kids Parenting Magazine, this award winning paper has been around since 1985. Pick up this Newspaper-type Magazine next time you are at Museum Center or read it online. Each issue features articles in the following categories “News & Shopping”, “Health & Wellness”, “Around Town”, “Commentary & Parenting” and “Resources”. Pages are filled with calendar items (field trips and enrichment guides) and online find “Today’s Events” on the main page for easy reference. Short, interesting, write-ups from local authors/parents fill the pages. 98% of the readers pick the paper up free at one of the 500 locations.
Website and forum developed for large cities across the US including . Formerly cinciMOMS, this is now run by 1 managing editor and 6 moms who moderate on a part-time basis. Local Information (events, advice, activities, resources) and social networking all in one place. Jump online and start a forum topic to get feedback from local moms (and nannies/childcare professionals too!) Options also include posting pictures, private messaging and joining groups. Create a log in and password and connect or simply read through the vast and lengthy discussions that have already happened. Nannies may also reply to childcare requests on this site.
From Mom resources, to activities…. there is so much information divided into sub-categories: maternity, baby, toddler, child, teen, mom, activities and specific health and development for each! From local news, to all the latest products. This website and magazine is a one stop shop. Current articles include “Fall Happenings” and “How to Handle Bullies” and much more. My favorite feature online is the Activity Calendar including: “Now Playing” , “Ongoing Events” and “Library Events“. I print haven’t been able to find a print copy lately, but I am sure they are floating around somewhere in the city!
Please feel free to pass on your resources! Comments are welcome!