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In the field of domestic help to raise a child, the needs and arrangements vary according to the family's lifestyle, the culture (of the parents and the nanny), and the financial budget and, of course, the knowledge about caring for a child that both parties have. However, although each family is different, in these five years that I have been a mother I have learned that there are certain basic responsibilities that parents must clearly state when we start a working relationship with an occasional babysitter or babysitter. Here are three ideas that can help you to discuss the topic regarding "part time nanny" with the nanny who supports you with the care and / or upbringing of your child: A little one needs timely attention: In terms of their diet, hygiene, health and, of cour...

Finding a babysitter is hard enough, so how do you know when you have a good babysitter? Or how you can give your baby to other hand by hiring live in nanny. Here are signs that the babysitter she has hired to take care of your kids is someone you need around because she is a good one! 1. Has A Positive Personality If your babysitter transmits warmth and kindness to you, it is already a great sign. If she is positive and she gratefully accepts the opportunity to care for your little ones, then you can begin to be calmer. A positive personality with you can be a good sign that she will also be happy and fun with your children, but allow her to play with them and observe her interaction and whether your child is engaged. 2. Asks Relevant Questions If your babysitter asks a lot of questio...

Crash! "Now it's garbage!" Remember that scene in the "Odd Couple" movie, the one where Oscar smashes Felix's plate of pasta against the kitchen wall? (Okay, the film WAS released in 1967, so you younger folks may need to Google it. Look for the spaghetti scene.) Well, the same kind of thing is happening now with the possessions of our parents and grandparents. What do I mean? Family keepsakes - and stories - are at risk. I treasure my grandparents' Atwater Kent radio and my great-grandfather's meerschaum pipe. But I'm not sure who in my family will want these physical links to our past once I've shuffled off this mortal coil. This is a challenge facing many families today. With Baby Boomers downsizing and younger generations shunning lots of possessions, the things that used t...

The numbers don't lie. They continue to tell the story of disappointment and frustration related to autistic employment. Like the sad refrain of a heart breaking melody, the weight can become unbearable if we focus only on present outcomes. The narrative is all too familiar, autistic adults just can't work in regular job environments because of various sensory challenges which preclude them from being productive. Additionally, the present story line strongly suggests communication limitations serve as an impenetrable barrier from meaningful employment and personal satisfaction. We have the choice to continue to accept the status quo - that is autistic adults are broken and limited, or embrace a future filled with hope and boundless possibilities. Personally, I choose the latter. Our legacy...