International Nanny Association
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The International Nanny Association (INA), a nonprofit organization, serves as the umbrella organization for the in-home child care industry. INA members include nannies, nanny employers, nanny agencies, educators and industry service providers.
International Nanny Association
2w ago
By Kenda Horst A first-time mom, nearing the end of her maternity leave, recently shared how stressed she was feeling about going back to work. She had good help, but friends were making negative comments about leaving her child at home. When will we support all moms, whether they stay at home or go back ..read more
International Nanny Association
2w ago
The longer you’re a part of the world, the more you come to realize and see that you’re human and that life is full of ups and downs. And no matter how hard you try to avoid them, mistakes and failures are part of any human journey. Teaching kids at a young age that they ..read more
International Nanny Association
1M ago
Whether you’re a nanny working on building career experience, an agency owner, or another professional looking to create a successful career in your desired field, it’s important to take time to sit and reflect on where you want your job to take you. Reflection is a key piece of career exploration, and even if you’re ..read more
International Nanny Association
1M ago
by Katie Brenneman As a single, working parent, the responsibilities are endless. Though managing a business is a feat of its own, running a company while simultaneously being the sole caretaker for your child is a colossal undertaking. Even with the occasional helping hand from family, you need a reliable individual who can look after ..read more
International Nanny Association
1M ago
Parenthood is a journey of many twists and turns, and ups and downs. Raising a confident and capable human is a big job and it takes consistency, dedication, and lots of hard work. Whether you’re the parent of a toddler or a teen, it’s crucial to model consistency and structure. It’s not only helpful for ..read more
International Nanny Association
1M ago
The day-to-day grind of work often leaves little time to sit back and reflect on your overall career path. Even if you love your job and are not looking to move into a new position any time soon, taking some time to self-reflect can be transformative – both personally and professionally. Asking the right self-reflection ..read more
International Nanny Association
2M ago
Whether it’s sticking to a new diet plan, reprogramming your brain to wake up and work out at a certain time every day, or learning a new skill that will benefit you personally or professionally – if you struggle with a lack of consistency in your life, identify why that is and why it’s important ..read more
International Nanny Association
2M ago
by Bash Sarmiento Nannies protect children when parents are away, and yet too many places don’t protect their nannies. A survey held in 2019 found that 69% of domestic workers had no rooms of their own in their employer’s houses, despite how often they work there. Seven percent of them even reported being sexually harassed ..read more
International Nanny Association
2M ago
By Katie Brenneman Providing a health-conscious atmosphere for children helps them establish positive habits for life. You can help kids replace junk food with healthy choices they want to eat. You can also create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. Nurture Children with Simplicity One way to start is by modeling ..read more
International Nanny Association
3M ago
Life is full of changes. Whether you and the family are moving, you’re welcoming a new sibling into the family, or you’re preparing your child to transition into the routine of school, learning how to cope with change is an important part of growing up. Here are some helpful tips to help prepare the children ..read more