To decide if you can afford a nanny, it’s important to not just look at the hourly rate but to look at all the costs involved in hiring and employing a quality caregiver. Here I’ve outline the expenses you should consider and when possible, I’ve given you a rough estimate of what they’ll cost. Wages It’s not the only expense involved but it’s by far the largest. To get a better idea of what your area’s average wage is, call a few local placement agencies or your … [Read more...]
Is A Nanny The Right Choice For Me?
When deciding if hiring a nanny is the right choice for your family, consider these four key questions. Is it the environment I want for my child? For most parents, the answer is yes. They recognize the value of one-to-one care and they love the flexibility and extra help a nanny brings to the job. Not sure? Check out this post for a detailed look at all the pros and cons. Can I afford it? In some large metropolitan areas if you have two or more children, nanny … [Read more...]
Can I afford a nanny?
In general, nanny care is the most expensive childcare option. (Although if you have two or more kids and live in a high cost area, it’s often cheaper than group care.) To help you decide if you can afford a nanny, it’s important to not just look at the hourly rate but to look at all the costs involved in hiring and employer a quality caregiver. Here I’ve outline the expenses you should consider and when possible, I’ve given you a rough estimate of what they’ll cost. My … [Read more...]
The Pros and Cons of Nanny Care
Like every type of childcare, there are pluses and minuses to nanny care. Of course I believe the pros far outweigh the cons but is it the right choice for your family? Here’s a list to help you decide. Pros One-on-One, Quality Childcare Of course this is the most important benefit of having a nanny, providing your child with a loving, capable caregiver that's devoted to creating a safe, happy, nurturing caregiving environment. In-Home Environment The safety, … [Read more...]
What’s the Difference Between a Nanny and a Babysitter?
There’s a definite difference between the two but it isn’t easily defined. Like many things in the nanny world, the lines are blurred. My official answer is a babysitter provides custodial care, keeping a child safe and entertained. A nanny provides care for the whole child, nurturing the child’s emotional, social, cognitive and physical development. I know…that doesn’t do much to clear up the confusion between the two. The problem is the difference is often hard to see because on … [Read more...]
