A professional babysitting service like Smart Sitting offers screened and vetted caregivers, flexible scheduling, specialized care options, backup options, and user-friendly booking tools.
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Make this Easter memorable for your kids with these 6 fun activities! From egg decorating to Easter baskets, there are endless ways to keep children engaged and entertained. Check out these engaging Easter activities for kids that they'll love.
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By understanding the factors contributing to the nanny shortage and adapting to the changing labor market, nannies and agencies can find opportunities for career growth and success in the childcare industry.
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Looking for a babysitting app that makes finding childcare easy and convenient? We list our 7 best babysitting apps, updated in 2025
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Staying local this spring break? Here are our top 6 spring break activities for kids that will make the most of their time off and your time on!
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Newborn care specialists live in-home for 2–4 months, caring for babies and helping new parents. Discover the experience and training you need to become a professional NCS.
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Explore the costs and considerations of hiring a live-in nanny in New York City, including how to calculate their salary and how they differ from live-out nannies.
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Learn how to stay organized as a last-minute babysitter with our 6 essential tips, from creating a checklist to a little extra cleaning, you'll be every family's favorite sitter!
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Professional nannies provide childcare and child development, and may agree to household duties like laundry, cleaning and cooking, if clarified in your contract.
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Wondering what to ask your nanny's references? See our questions tailored to specific childcare scenarios, when hiring a new nanny for your family.
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Leaving a nanny job is never easy, but we have critical tips on when to tell your family - and the kids - you are quitting, to allow for a smooth transition.
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Update your nanny contract each year to cover new responsibilities, changes in compensation, adjusted expectations or any other changes to the childcare role.
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For many parents, a nanny is a guarantee against missing work if the kids get sick. But are nannies obligated to work in an infectious household?
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What's a good nanny rate in NYC? Learn how to calculate the cost of an experienced, reliable, professional nanny in New York City.
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Review your nanny contract annually, especially when adding kids, increasing responsibilities, requesting raises, and discussing extension bonuses.
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Confused about au pairs vs. nannies? When you're comparing a professional nanny to a live-in au pair, consider these differences in each childcare role.
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Do families expect gifts from their nannies? Should babysitters working for several families give presents to every child they've cared for? Get our tips!
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With cold and flu season upon us, you can expect to see more sick days for the children in your care. Here’s a guide for nannies to advise on best practices around illness.
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Need help finding the right Brooklyn preschool for your child? See our 5 favorite preschools to help your child learn, explore, and prepare for their education.
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