If you’ve booked a nanny for a babysitting appointment through Nannies on Call for the first time, and you’re wondering what happens after you book a nanny for occasional babysitting, then read on. This post is for you!

As the Fall/Winter season begins, we are reminded that the flu season is also approaching. With that in mind, we are sharing tips and reminders about how to handle illnesses when you have a Nannies on Call nanny scheduled to work in your home.

This Pride Month, we’ve put together a list of children’s books for parents and nannies to share with little ones to help teach them about the history of Pride and to celebrate all genders and sexual orientations.

Should the nanny come and work in your home when someone is sick? Since this is a frequent question we get from parents, we thought we would answer the question on the blog and offer an agency perspective to help families make informed decisions when faced with this scenario.

Plans change and sometimes you need to cancel on your nanny. But should you compensate them? Read on to get our view on the topic.

When our nannies arrive at your home, they will follow your children’s schedule and your preferences, so you can go about your day with complete peace of mind. Read on to learn exactly how a nanny can help you during a babysitting appointment.

Are you a parent currently looking for a nanny to work split shifts⁠, rotating shifts⁠, before/after school care⁠, or a nanny-housekeeper⁠? Not having much luck in your search? This post is for you!

We believe that a successful working relationship between families and nannies is based on clear communication and expectations. With that in mind, we’re sharing 6 essential topics they should discuss on their first day together.

What qualities make for the most successful and most appreciated Nannies?⁠ ⁠Read on to learn the 7 specific qualities or characteristics that make them ultra-desirable by families.

Parents! Nannies! Here are 50 fun activities you can whip up for the kids with minimal preparation, using items found around the house.

Keep this list handy for rainy days, snow days or extreme temperatures!

Parents working from home full-time or part of the time is the norm rather than the exception, so parents, children and nannies are increasingly having to share the same spaces in the home.

We know it’s an adjustment, which is why we’ve put together a few helpful tips for Nannies to help them navigate this new work scenario.

With the relaunch of our in-home Babysitting service this past fall, we’ve put in place additional protocols to help ensure the health and safety of both nannies and families during babysitting appointments.

If you’ve only ever relied on friends and family to care for your children, the idea of hiring someone completely new, especially last-minute, can be overwhelming. But Instead of relying on grandparents or your teenage neighbour for last-minute childcare, why not hire a professional?

Whether you’re looking to book a Nanny for the day or hire a Nanny long-term, it’s important to know the difference between the different types of caregivers so that you know exactly what to look for.

Nurturing the nanny-family relationship is key in creating a harmonious work environment for families and nannies. But how do you create a win-win environment for all involved?

There is a nanny shortage and parents are scrambling to find reliable childcare solutions. How did we get here and what does this mean for parents and families?