200backspacks was created to help families in the Caribbean meet the expensive costs of buying school supplies, thus enabling more children to attend school. I understand the importance of basic supplies, such as notebooks, pens, and pencils, fundamental items we often take for granted here in the United States because they are so accessible […]
I’m often asked how much an average nanny earns for the invaluable service they provide. The answer that I give is simple: No two nanny jobs are the same, and, hence, no two nanny salaries will be the same. A nanny salary is based on several factors, such as the location of the job, the […]
Nannies, senior care companions, housekeepers, babysitters; just to name a few, provide and invaluable service in today’s society and allow many other professionals, their employers, the ability to work. However, stigmas about these professions still exist, because non-practitioners and frankly ignorant members of the society still believe that these jobs are reserved only for the […]
Every family should have an emergency action plan ready in the event of a crisis, which may affect the emotional and physical stability of the family, especially the children. What happens if both parents are at work, terrorists strike a big city and they’re unable to return home? The emergency action plan should outline a […]
Are you looking for a job or need to hire a caregiver? Post help wanted and job wanted ads on our easy to use community job board. This is an excellent way to connect with families and caregivers fast and the site is very user friendly. Log on to www.mynannycircle.com and click on Job Board […]
Hello Everyone,
If you are available would you please join me when I go live tonight at 8p EST? Get back home safe and hope to see you later. Xx
What causes someone to violate another and make that violation look like an acceptable norm? How is it possible that a nanny employer could have a nanny (another human-being) work in her home, care for 6 children and pay her $350 a week for over 60 hours of work? What causes one to have such disregard for another?
Why would a nanny employer emotionally manipulate a vulnerable human being by insisting that she will not give her a recommendation if the nanny does not do all of the unrealistic tasks she's given daily?
When I hear about stories like these I feel like I'm having a bad nightmare yet I quickly realize that these heartwrenching stories are what some have to endure each day.
What gives me hope however is that these horrible stories are not only upsetting to nannies but also to many nanny employers too- in fact to all those who see value in the humanity of others. Additionally as nannies begin to feel empowered because of the strength which exists in community they will begin to reject some of these horrible work situations. #darkunderbellyofthenannyworld
Dear Nannies,
I will be posting photos of the workshop tomorrow. If you attended and have any concerns about me posting your photos please let me know in advance.
Have a really productive week and remember to care for yourself while you care for others.#nannylife
Get your sweaters it's getting Cold!Brrrrrrr!Please contact Alene Mathurin if you need any of our many colors!