Guide to Background Checks (Part 1) | Nanny Parent Connection

Posted on October 25, 2022June 23, 2026 by Admin Team

Most parents across the United States have never ran a background check on a nanny or sitter before. It’s hard to blame them! The process can feel daunting as there are so many different companies out there offering a variety of background check resources.

But when it comes to the safety of your children and family, confirming that your child care provider has a clear background is so critical.

In this two part series, “Guide to Background Checks”, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs of how to run a background check and understand the results. We’ll cover everything you need to know to make the process of choosing and ordering a background check as stress-free as possible.

In Part 1, we’ll cover:

– What Is a Background Check?

– Different Types of Background Checks

– Why Is It Important to Run a Background Check?

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My Kids Don’t Like Our Nanny | Nanny Parent Connection

Posted on October 19, 2022June 29, 2026 by Admin Team

Are your kids struggling to connect with your new nanny? Our little humans have some big emotions and may be dealing with separation anxiety when your new nanny starts caring for them.

What can you do to help your kids AND nanny bond?

Below are five tips for how to go from “my kids don’t like our nanny” to “when is our nanny going to come and play with us again”! We hope they help if you find yourself in this situation.

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Is Your Nanny Quiet Quitting?

Posted on October 10, 2022June 29, 2026 by Admin Team

Quiet quitting is something we’re hearing a lot about lately, and you may be too. It’s REAL and happening across the United States currently – even in the nanny world.

Not sure what quiet quitting is? Concerned that your nanny might be “quiet quitting” on you? What should you do if you think your nanny is quiet quitting?

Below, we cover what to do if you think your nanny is quiet quitting, how to talk it through with your nanny, and what you can do to prevent it. We also share the steps to take if your nanny decides to quit.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

– What is Quiet Quitting?

– Could Your Nanny Be Quiet Quitting On You?

– How Do You Tell If Your Nanny Might Be Quiet Quitting On You?

– How Can You Avoid The Risk Of Your Nanny Quiet Quitting On You?

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Hiring a New Nanny? Don’t Skip the Working Interview!

Posted on October 3, 2022October 3, 2022 by Admin Team

Hiring a new nanny? Don’t forget to conduct a working interview!

A working interview can give parents a better sense of the nanny’s work style and how they connect with your children before making a formal job offer. Remember to pay your nanny for the time they spend at your home during the interview.

Check out my latest video where I discuss all aspects of working interviews including:

– How to prepare for the working interview

– What to look for during the interview

– What to after the working interview if it goes well (or doesn’t go well)

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Overnight Child Care: Flat Fee or Hourly Rate?

Posted on September 19, 2022August 16, 2023 by Admin Team

Hi everyone! It’s Laura from Nanny Parent Connection.

Considering having a nanny watch your children overnight? Or going on vacation and want to take your nanny with you?

How much do you pay for overnight or vacation child care? Do you pay a flat fee or per hour? Or both?

I’ve got you covered! Check out my recent video where I discuss all things overnight/vacation child care related. I hope you find it useful!

In today’s video, I discuss:

– What Is the Best Way to Pay My Nanny for Overnight Care?

– Rules of Thumb You Will Want to Follow

– What Job Duties Are Okay to Ask of Your Nanny During Your Time Away?

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Things Nannies Don’t Say Out LOUD!

Posted on September 6, 2022September 6, 2022 by Admin Team

Hi everyone! It’s Laura from Nanny Parent Connection.

Happy September! The other night while struggling to fall asleep, I came across this hilarious website of the secret thoughts of nannies. I had to share some of my thoughts and reactions with you!

While all of these “things nannies don’t say out loud” are humorous, there are some important lessons to learn here such as why parents shouldn’t open the door for the nanny in their bathrobe (could make the nanny feel uncomfortable) or making sure that the Ipad or tablet your child has access to is not synced to your phone (your nanny doesn’t want to see your private text messages).

Click the button below to watch the video. I hope it gives you a good laugh and you learn something from it!

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My Nanny Broke Her Leg In My Home: Am I Responsible?

Posted on August 26, 2022June 29, 2026 by Admin Team

What happens if your nanny is injured while caring for your children? Are they covered through your homeowner’s insurance policy? Or your umbrella policy? Are you on the hook for medical bills? How much do you have to pay?

In this article we share a real world story about a nanny falling down the stairs and breaking her leg while at work. We cover who is responsible for paying the nanny’s medical bills, how to protect yourself in case this happens in your home plus:

– Homeowner’s Insurance Policy Coverage

– Umbrella Policy Coverage

– Workers Compensation Insurance Policy

– How to setup Workers Compensation Insurance

– How much does Workers Compensation Insurance cost?

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Nanny Hacks – You Need to Know Before an Interview

Posted on July 24, 2022June 29, 2026 by Admin Team

Looking to separate yourself from other nannies who might be applying for the same job? In this guide, we share the top skills, attributes, and traits that families are REALLY looking for in a nanny.

These insights come from thousands of family interviews, and they cover what matters most when parents are deciding who to hire.

Below, we cover:

– Skills And Qualifications

– Most Requested Attributes or Characteristic Traits for Nannies

– Top On-The-Job Interactions

Pro Tip: You don’t have to have a “perfect” driving record. A speeding ticket or accident is normally not a deal breaker for parents.

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Do You Need To Add Your Nanny To Your Car Insurance?

Posted on July 9, 2022June 29, 2026 by Admin Team

It’s very common for a nanny to transport your kids to and from school as well as to activities like the park, movies, or sports practice.

If driving is one of your nanny’s job duties, it’s important to make sure your kids—and your nanny—are safe and properly covered. One question that comes up a lot is: do you need to add your nanny to your car insurance?

Below, we walk through our top tips, including:

– Important tips to consider if your nanny is driving their own car

– Things to consider when the nanny is driving a family’s car

– The nanny’s responsibilities when driving children

– How to reimburse for mileage

– Worker’s Compensation Insurance

– Vehicle inspections and much more!

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