Joining a Playgroup: Part 2

By: Karen MusclowNow that I’ve shared with you about why I chose to join a playgroup and how it’s worked out for us, I thought I’d share some tips about what to look for when deciding if a playgroup is right for you.1. Are you able to participate in outings at least...

Quick Tip Tuesday: Q-tips

By: Karen MusclowDo you want to allow the children to paint but don’t want a big mess to clean up? Paint with q-tips instead of brushes. Put just a little bit of paint in small containers (baby food containers, egg cartons, etc.) or squirt a little paint directly on...

Adventures in Playgroups

By: Karen MusclowAfter I got my job as a nanny, my SAHM friends immediately started talking of getting together and having play dates. I was very excited about this and thought of all the fun things we could do together with the children and that, best of all, I’d be...

Nanny 101: Leading By Example

By: Greta SchraerOver on Regarding Nannies, is the next edition of Nanny 101. Nanny 101 is what I consider the basics each new nanny should know or…every seasoned nanny should be reminded. Happy Reading! Nanny 101: Leading By ExampleBy: Great SchraerSometimes...