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Author: Des Patmore

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Make These Valentines Day Sugar Cookies

  Make These Valentines Day Sugar Cookies Sugar cookies are a true classic that are staples in every cookbook (and foodie's goodie basket), and have been for many years now. The classics just don't change! Plus, the buttery sweet melt-in-your-mouth consistency makes them very popular with

Cheshire Nanny Activities | May

Cheshire Nanny Activities | May Lots of fun, exciting activities for children to get involved in this month! Here is a few not to miss in beautiful Cheshire, home to Happy Nest HQ in Chester (we love the sound of the magical fairy woods!) Remember... tag @happynestuk

Easter Craft Activity – Bunny Toilet Roll

Easter Craft Activity - Toilet Roll Bunny Toilet rolls make the perfect craft box item because you can pretty much guarantee you've always got one or two on hand. They’re also a good size for little hands to hold comfortably and are durable and pliable. This

Spring Cleaning Your Charges Toys

Springtime means spring-cleaning and now is the perfect time to give the children’s toys a bit of a clean. Here are some great ways to get the children involved to help get their toys sparkling clean. 1. Washing Day Have a great big washing day.

Christmas Season Childcare

Christmas Season Childcare The festive time of year usually means change in everyone's schedule. To help you plan ahead we have some top tips to help you get organised with childcare at Christmas - here are some useful suggestions to consider to help you keep

Insurance for Nannies

What is it? An essential requirement for any nanny on the Ofsted voluntary register, however every nanny should consider the risks involved when caring for children professionally with no cover in place. Nanny insurance is for qualified or experienced nannies, doulas, mothers help and maternity

Regulation Matters

At present most in the industry may know that there is no form of compulsory registration for nannies. They may also know that nannies are not presently obliged by law to have any form of training, including First Aid and Safeguarding training. There is also

Employing a Before and After School Nanny

With the start of a new school year now a distant memory, we have noticed an increase in families contacting Happy Nest Nanny Agency seeking the services of a flexible before and after school nanny. Many families are all struggling with the similar constraints of

Tax-free Childcare update

Details of the Government’s Tax-free Childcare – what you need to know Last year the Government announced a consultation on their tax-free childcare proposals designed to help working parents pay for the ever-increasing cost of childcare. This week it outlined how the new Tax-Free Childcare