Happy Monday Nannies!
I recently came into contact with Dr. Lynne Kenney, who is "The Family Coach" and frequent contributor to the International Nanny Association! Dr. Kenney is a mom and parenting coach and delivers her content online, via telecast and on television.
After hearing about her website I asked her if she would contribute to TLC for Kids' blog and answer a few nanny questions each month about St. Louis' kids! She will field questions about development, potty training, school age issues, biting...any issue dealing with children.
Do you have a question you would like answered? Shoot me a quick email asking a kid-related question that you would like Dr. Kenney to take a stab at! I will send really great questions to "The Family Coach" and post the answers in an upcoming blog.
More information on Dr. Kenney can be found on her website: http://www.lynnekenney.com/
You can also follow her on twitter: http://www.twittermoms.com/profile/LynneKenney
Email questions to TLC for Kids, Inc's: jessica@tlcforkids.com
Monday, December 14, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Nannies in St. Louis - what do you think?
I read an interesting article posted on TLC for Kids facebook page - and want to know what St. Louis families and nannies think. Please read the following and post a comment.
If you're not a nanny reading this blog I'd guess you know a nanny, are a family employing a nanny - or you're my brother, and first follower!
But seriously, if you are reading this you must be connected to a nanny.
I'm curious what that means...or what you think it should mean. Is there a certificate? A class to take? Is experience required? Do you wear a uniform? Are these things important or not necessary?
TLC for Kids in St. Louis promotes the professionalism of nannies and it is our goal to help them find fair positions and competitive salaries in St. Louis.
For families in St. Louis, we recruit, screen and represent the most qualified caregivers to care for their children. We strive to help both the nanny and family have a professional, balanced working relationship.
The article on NYTIMES.com has many points, but what caught my attention were new ways in which a nanny could distinguish herself by paying anywhere from $80-$6900 for classes and programs on becoming a nanny. However, as the article points out and many of you know the complexities of a working nanny/family relationship requires experience, hard work and communication.
I'd love to hear what you think! Should their be standards (much like a teaching certificate) to become a nanny? Would you like to see classes or certification programs offered in the St. Louis area? Or would it be a waste of your time and money?
Check out the NY Times article and post a comment.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/13/nyregion/13bigcity.html?_r=2#
If you're not a nanny reading this blog I'd guess you know a nanny, are a family employing a nanny - or you're my brother, and first follower!
But seriously, if you are reading this you must be connected to a nanny.
I'm curious what that means...or what you think it should mean. Is there a certificate? A class to take? Is experience required? Do you wear a uniform? Are these things important or not necessary?
TLC for Kids in St. Louis promotes the professionalism of nannies and it is our goal to help them find fair positions and competitive salaries in St. Louis.
For families in St. Louis, we recruit, screen and represent the most qualified caregivers to care for their children. We strive to help both the nanny and family have a professional, balanced working relationship.
The article on NYTIMES.com has many points, but what caught my attention were new ways in which a nanny could distinguish herself by paying anywhere from $80-$6900 for classes and programs on becoming a nanny. However, as the article points out and many of you know the complexities of a working nanny/family relationship requires experience, hard work and communication.
I'd love to hear what you think! Should their be standards (much like a teaching certificate) to become a nanny? Would you like to see classes or certification programs offered in the St. Louis area? Or would it be a waste of your time and money?
Check out the NY Times article and post a comment.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/13/nyregion/13bigcity.html?_r=2#
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
St. Louis Nannies join the International Nanny Association for a REDUCED RATE!
The International Nanny Association has reduced their rates for individual membership!
St. Louis nannies and sitters - be part of a national organization that recognizes the nanny industry! TLC nannies - build up your skills and professional associations by becoming a member!
TLC for Kids, in St. Louis are members of the INA and encourage you to do the same! Agency owner and St. Louis native Sharon Graff-Radel is also on the board of directors!
The International Nanny Association's Board of Directors held its annual fall meeting November 5th and 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
To kick off INA's 25th Anniversary celebration, the Board of Directors is pleased to announce:
All new and renewing Individual Membership dues have been reduced from $95 to $35 effective immediately. New Individual Members who joined INA after November 1, 2009 and Individual Members who have already paid their renewal fee for 2010 will have the option of:
*donating their balance of $50 ($85 early bird rate - $35 2010 renewal rate) to the 2010 INA Nanny of the Year™ fund or the 25th Annual INA Conference fund
*receiving a credit with INA to be applied to future transactions, or
*receiving a $50 refund check.
With this reduction of fees, Individual Members will no longer be eligible for an early bird discount and Individual Membership dues will no longer be prorated.
Visit www.nanny.org for more details! TLC and St. Louis caregivers / nannies feel free to call Jessica @ TLC for more info!
St. Louis nannies and sitters - be part of a national organization that recognizes the nanny industry! TLC nannies - build up your skills and professional associations by becoming a member!
TLC for Kids, in St. Louis are members of the INA and encourage you to do the same! Agency owner and St. Louis native Sharon Graff-Radel is also on the board of directors!
The International Nanny Association's Board of Directors held its annual fall meeting November 5th and 6th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
To kick off INA's 25th Anniversary celebration, the Board of Directors is pleased to announce:
All new and renewing Individual Membership dues have been reduced from $95 to $35 effective immediately. New Individual Members who joined INA after November 1, 2009 and Individual Members who have already paid their renewal fee for 2010 will have the option of:
*donating their balance of $50 ($85 early bird rate - $35 2010 renewal rate) to the 2010 INA Nanny of the Year™ fund or the 25th Annual INA Conference fund
*receiving a credit with INA to be applied to future transactions, or
*receiving a $50 refund check.
With this reduction of fees, Individual Members will no longer be eligible for an early bird discount and Individual Membership dues will no longer be prorated.
Visit www.nanny.org for more details! TLC and St. Louis caregivers / nannies feel free to call Jessica @ TLC for more info!
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