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The US Nanny Association is a platform to share expert childcare articles, information about child development and tools to help parents, nannies and childcare businesses navigate our industry. We welcome guest speakers and authors.
Newborn Infant Care Professional
What Is a Newborn and Infant Care Professional? Roles, Training, and Credentials The image of a newborn and infant care professional is often incomplete. Many picture someone working overnight shifts with a narrow focus on the first few weeks of a baby's life. That...
Professional Nanny Credential
What Is a Professional Nanny Credential? Training, Certification, and Industry Standards Explained Many nannies use the words "training" and "credential" as if they mean the same thing. They do not. Understanding the difference is one of the most important...
Nanny Without Degree
Can I Become a Nanny Without a Degree? What You Need to Know Yes. No educational degree is legally required to work as a nanny in the United States. No associate's degree, no bachelor's degree, and no early childhood education credential is mandated by law to enter...
Certified Nanny Make
How Much Does a Certified Nanny Make? A Salary Guide Backed by Data Nanny social media groups share a consistent picture. Underpaid positions. Families who expect too much and offer too little. Frustration on repeat. What those groups rarely show is the other side....
Nanny Certification Worth
Is Nanny Certification Worth It? The question is fair. Certification costs money and takes time. No law requires it. Nannies work without one every day. So is it worth it? The US Nanny Association tracks the in-home childcare industry across the country. We see data...
Evaluate Nanny Training
How to Evaluate Nanny Training Programs and Industry Credentials Before You Invest The nanny training market includes many options. Programs use credential-sounding language. Many offer a certificate at the end. The differences are not always obvious until you...
Teaching Empathy
Teaching Children Empathy: Why and How Nannies Should Encourage Empathetic Behavior Empathy, the ability to understand and share the feelings of others, is a critical social skill that children should begin learning from an early age. By teaching empathy,...
Cultural Differences
Navigating Cultural Differences in Nannying: How to Provide Culturally Competent Care Cultural competency is increasingly important in today’s globalized world, especially for nannies who may work with families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Cultural...
Problem Solving
How Nannies Can Help Children Develop Problem-Solving Skills Problem-solving is an essential cognitive skill that helps children navigate challenges and make decisions throughout life. Developing these skills in early childhood sets the foundation for academic...
Emotional Resilience
The Role of Play in Emotional Resilience: How Nannies Can Support Children Through Difficult Transitions Play is not only a natural part of childhood but also a critical tool for emotional development. Through play, children explore their emotions, develop...
Prepare Back to School
Let's PREPARE for Back to School By Dr. Linda Karges-Bone 7 Strategies from an Expert It may be sultry and hot, but as August comes upon us the new school year demands attention. It is time to prepare with sturdy backpacks, jaunty lunch boxes, and fresh perspectives....
Positive Food Behavior
Nutrition Education for Children: How Nannies Can Positive Food Behavior Healthy eating habits established in childhood can set the foundation for lifelong wellness. Nannies have a unique opportunity to influence children’s eating patterns, making nutrition...