Family Camping
It’s coming up for that wonderful time of year when we can dust off our camping gear and give the children just a little bit more freedom to explore the world in the great outdoors and get them away from screens and back to
Meet Nanny Consultant Rachel
Meet Rachel our wonderful nanny consultant. Rachel is usually the first person you will speak to when you apply for a nanny role or to register as a nanny with Happy Nest. Rachel works full time and is available to take your calls and emails
How To Help Your Child Develop Their Motor Skills
Although children exposed to the COVID-19 virus have generally fared well, child development during the pandemic itself has become a cause of concern. Researchers from the New York–Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital found that babies born before and during the crisis showed significant neurodevelopmental differences, specifically with
Sleep Deprived?
Why hire a maternity nurse ? Each family has their own reasons for employing a maternity nurse . Commonly, the support is most required where mum needs to recover from the birth or a caesarean section, with multiple births, where one or both parents need
Taking Mindful Breaks as a Busy Parent Working from Home
The recent change in remote work policies has been a great help for busy parents who might not have been able to spend more time with their children otherwise. In fact, the BBC suggests that this arrangement might be the new normal even after the pandemic
Life after lockdown: light at the end of the tunnel
With the Roadmap out of lockdown offering a light at the end of a long tunnel, it feels as though we’re close to returning to normality. One where we can hug grandparents, see our children play with their friends, and have family gatherings where social
Real Mum Talk: How A Nanny Benefits Our Family
Here’s how I explained the benefits of a nanny to my on-the-fence husband. And as busy professionals, the reasons why a nanny would be an advantage for our family over other forms of childcare.
5 Things To Consider When Hiring A Nanny
We live in an age where not all of us have a village to lean on. So we seek the support of others. And these others, when done right, with love, care, attention, personalisation and professionalism – what an impact they have! So to go about bringing this balance into your household, consider first these 5 things. We’ve got you sorted!
3 Alternative Education Styles Your Nanny Can Draw Upon to Add Value To Your Child’s Education Experience
Alternative schooling is becoming more popular in the UK, with parents choosing to send their children to an “alternative” school, like Montessori, Reggio or Steiner. In this article, we introduce those three most well-known options.
Could home education be the right choice for your child?
Choosing the best education for your child. It’s one of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a parent, but is traditional schooling the right choice for you and your child?