Starting Your New Gig

So you've landed it: the nanny job. You are now a family's official helper. There are many challenges that may come with starting your new position and here are some tips to ease you in.

Nannies On the Go: Keep That Hair Fresh!

Being a nanny is tiring. It's also difficult to maintain looking fresh and modern especially if you aren't getting enough sleep. I usually shower at night because I love to have the extra minutes in the morning. But sometimes, washing my hair in the evening leaves my morning hair something to be desired. Sound familiar? Then never fear! Dry shampoo is here!

If the Shoe Doesn't Fit

In New York City, walking around is a must. With two kids, I walk pretty much everywhere, sometimes pushing a stroller with both in tow. Good for my muscles, bad for my feet. Here's what you need to know about your foot health...

March is National Craft Month!

Michaels.com might be the only thing I need to say here. But it definitely isn't!

Coffee Break

Iced coffee season is upon us and, if you're like me, you need some, especially in the morning. I need coffee basically all the time. (my proud father) But since the warmer weather is starting to creep in, I opt for the iced version of the pick-me-up. However, I hate when the ice in the coffee melts. It makes it watery and no longer satisfying.

Here's a tip that's two-fold:

Take a Class!

I am fortunate to be looking after two very spirited, very different little girls. One, C, is 4 1/2 and the other, S, is 2. I am also fortunate in the fact that their parents want them to get the most out of their childhood and the city in which they live. Both girls take various classes: C has soccer, gymnastics, swimming, and piano. S takes music, cooking and goes to a play group at the family's church.

Finding a Partner in Crime

I had been getting along pretty well on my own...casually meeting new friends at the park and interacting with people in our classes. But I wasn't really connecting with any parent/nanny or child. And neither was S.