Looking after a toddler, or being a mum to a toddler, can be a hectic time. As a nanny with experience of looking after toddlers, I thought I would share with you a few time saving tips:

1. Always prepare for the next day the night before: pack the nursery bag or day bag, make the picnic etc.  This will save time in the mornings and often means less stress for you! (more…)

My 2 boys have just come home with their nanny – they always have such a great time with her. No matter what the weather they are doing something out and about. Today they have been out tobogganing, and then to the library, then back home with some friends to make Xmas biscuits.  (more…)

We all know that children have tantrums. However, it’s easy for people to forget that they were once in your shoes willing their child to get up off the floor of the supermarket. The disapproving stares and the “tutting” don’t help. Children will always choose the perfect moment to do this and unfortunately as much as you try to stay calm it can be very hard.  (more…)

As a nanny, I make a point of spending time every day reading with my charges. A child is never too young to enjoy books. Reading with a child provides quality time with them, developing bonds and usually one to one quiet time where the children can be calm, relaxed and also have your full attention. (more…)

Now that the summer holidays are over it is lovely to be back at toddler groups with daily routine back in full swing.  J started Baby Ballet this week which was the cutest class I have ever been to.  Seven little girls aged between 2 and 3 years all dressed in pink leotards and pink tutus. I was amazed to see how calm a ballet lesson can be with such little ones, and I was very intrigued into each child’s interpretation of skipping!! (more…)