This past weekend I had the absolute privilege of attending the Babies in Bloom fair in Kelowna which hosts the Okanagan’s biggest baby experience! Having been in the nanny biz for many years, I was expecting to see much of the same that we see at trade shows. But I was pleasantly surprised…not only by the amazing kids and parents I met, but also because I made so many fantastic connections. Bobs and Lolo were center stage which packed the house, as well as Kiki the Eco Elf, who all the children adored. There was also a face-painting booth and many of the exhibitors had crafts, food or toys to keep the little ones occupied.
Kym from Kelowna/Vernon New Parent was there and offered me a spot in her online directory, and I connected with many great boutique shops such as Debra from Poppy’s Closet and Lorena from Peekaboo Beans. Positioned next to us was Darcy Fath from Investors Group who is a riot with stories of his many years of experience as a financial planner. Pam Nease offered support to parents with sleep consultations and I couldn’t resist stocking up at the children’s specialty book both.
Overall the fair was a huge success and I am excited to attend again next year! Thanks to everyone that came out to meet some of the Kelowna Nannies on Call staff and of course to Kate, Tara and Nanny Vicky for all your hard work in making it a weekend to remember 
As a nanny, you may find yourself picking up extra responsibilities during your time with a family. You may start out with household management responsibilities from the beginning, but if you are expected to tend to younger children, most parents will tell you that the kids come before other tasks. As children get older, however, their needs will become fewer and you’ll have more time to tend to other priorities around the house.
Sooner or later, the children will be headed off to school and there will be a crossroad that you and the family come to. The children don’t come home from school until 2 or 3 in the afternoon, reducing the amount of time the family will need you, but who can afford to live on part-time pay? Before we help you get through this crossroad, we want you to stop right there – and let you know that you may be able to prove your worth and work something out. Read More
Whether you’re a first time parent with absolutely no experience, or you’re a highly experienced mom with a full brood that ranges in ages from teens to infants, you are destined to hear parenting advice from one viewpoint or another as you make your way through motherhood.
It’s not uncommon to hear advice like, “You really should be feeding Johnny this way” or “Your newborn should already be on a routine” with an added – and condescending – “Didn’t you know that sleep schedules need to be implemented the day that they are born?” Read More
Then meet Erin!
Erin has over 14 years experience working with children of all ages. Erin’s passions lie in early education, international and cultural education, and learning and growing through creative life experiences. She has lived in the TriCities her entire life, and LOVES Vancouver.
Erin (Vancouver Nanny) has worked as a part-time and full-time Nanny, babysitter and as a children’s entertainer on cruise ships! Her experience has taught her not only essential skills in infant child care; bottling, diapering, sleeping routines, teething, bathing, swimming, reading, playing, but she is also comfortable administering medication, driving, walking, with animals (of any kind!), and being a friend to every child she looks after. Most of all, she has learned to be attentive and proactive to a child’s needs and to have lots of fun along the way!
Don’t miss the opporuntity to have a Nanny like Erin, who will strive to create an enriching environment where growing is exciting!
Call Kate at Nannies on Call today if you would like to meet her!
Kate McGeachin
ext. 104
Direct: 604-676-1022
Toll Free Fax: 1-877-588-0452
kate@nanniesoncall.com
With spring break right around the corner, it’s a great time of the year to get reacquainted with the places and activities that Kelowna has to offer families. You know that by the second day of spring break, your kids are going to be driving you up the wall with the “Mom! We’re bored!” routine. Get a jump on the spring break boredom by planning activities that you and your children can do to make the time off from school more like a vacation in Kelowna rather than a bored-out-of-their-minds and tedious week at home.
Also, to the nannies of Kelowna: if the parents of the children you are taking care of permit you to drive their children to after school activities, events and appointments (and, of course, are willing to finance some spring break fun), you can beat the boredom with the following ideas: Read More
We hear a lot of mixed feelings from parents about whether educators should be considered for a nanny position or not. Their fear is that a teacher may not want to stay with a family long term, or they haven’t dealt with the day-to-day routine of working in a close-knit home environment. Teachers should not be discounted from your candidate list. Many teachers would make great nannies if provided the opportunity, and we’ll tell you why. Read More
Evelyn Samplonius
Evelyn began working on call with our Calgary families in the summer of 2011 and so far has touched 26 different families! She soon became a favorite to many and with her past experience as a Home Day Care operator and current position as a Child Development Facilitator for special needs children she has a wealth of experience working with all types of children.
She wows our clients by bringing age appropriate crafts to some of her bookings and keeps children entertained, settled and happy for when the parents get home.
We know how lucky we are to have such a nanny on board and congratulate her on extraordinary work!
Nannies on Call thrives because of the dedication and enthusiasm of our hundreds of Extraordinary Nannies. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the on call nannies that are celebrating their “Nannyversaries” this month:
Rose Guilermo – over 10 years!
Rose is the original nanny on call! The very first nanny to join in 2001, Rose has over 15 years of professional nanny work under her belt, and is also a mother of 2 children herself. Rose has extensive infant experience, having often cared for newborns just home from the hospital. During her tenure with Nannies on Call, Rose has held numerous long term placements with NOC clients, and also worked over 200 on call bookings; not to mention she used to be the full time nanny for none other than Michelle Kelsey, founder of Nannies on Call! Needless to say, Rose is a much loved member of our NOC family! Congratulations, Rose!
Liz Bowen – over 10 years!
One of the original Nannies on Call nannies, Liz has also been with the agency since 2001. Liz has an extensive amount of childcare experience and has worked as a nanny in L.A., Vancouver and Nanaimo, caring for children as young as premature newborns. She currently works as a part-time nanny for various local families, and since starting with the agency she has logged over 500 on call bookings! Hilarious, energetic and a much loved favourite, Liz is definitely a superstar in our eyes! Congratulations, Liz!
Kudos to the other nannies that have their anniversaries this month. Keep up the great work!
Tera M (4 years)
Debbie B (4 years)
Patricia V (3 years)
Miriam V (3 years)
Nelli Z (3 years)
Polly B (3 years)
Lauren P (2 years)
Leslie M (2 years)
Stacie S (1 year)
Tamara C (1 year)
Chelsea H (1 year)
Danielle M (1 year)
Caroline H (1 year)
Helen J (1 year)
The widely popular and well respected Vancouver-based boutique nanny agency has expanded once again! Over the past 11 years Nannies on Call has operated successfully in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Victoria and Whistler.
Why expand to the Okanagan?
There is a profound need and we can help! There have been many inquiries from current clients that vacation during the summer months, as well as families needing our services while visiting the 3 ski hills in the area. Currently servicing high end hotels such as The Fairmont and Four Seasons, we are fostering the same types of relationships clients enjoy in every city. A booking with Nannies on Call always means the highest standard of care, regardless of the location. We only represent the best of the best and would happily leave our own children with any of our caregivers. We truly are much more than the babysitter next door. Read More
Tired of the same old meals? Need some inspiration?
Nannies on Call has partnered with the Hungry Oven to bring Nannies a bit of inspiration in the kitchen.
The Hungry Oven will give nannies confidence to work in the kitchens of Nannies on Call families whether it be preparing delicious and nutritious family meals or working with the children, teaching them basic cooking skills and healthy eating choices.
Choose one course or take them all!!! Read More
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