I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself as the owner of Happy Nest Nanny & Maternity agency I felt it was important to show the face behind the business, website and social media pages for all our new nannies and families we are welcoming on board at the moment . I’m Fiona, I’m a busy mum to three amazing children so I understand the importance of finding the right childcare that fits into your own family life. It’s so much more than finding the right nanny for your family it is such a personal decision so we always want to take time to discover what your needs are and what will work ..read more

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Are you a qualified nanny who loves what they do? Would you like to work with a family who is perfectly suited to your strengths and interests? Do you believe in providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children in your care? If you answered ‘yes’ to all the above, then we need you. GET IN TOUCH TODAY and we’ll help you find a role you love in a family that needs you.   Why join Happy Nest? I know, I know, there are loads of nanny agencies out there, so what makes Happy Nest so special? Well, I could tell you all about how much we love and care for our nannies. Or I could expl ..read more

All nannies face risks every day and insurance can protect them in case of a claim being made. This could be an injury to a child in they care, or damage to a family’s property for example, but they also want to think about cover for legal expenses or professional negligence claims.     If you are a nanny and wish to know more call 0800 955 8868   Happy Nest are not a insurance broker, but we know the benefits of our nannies taking some form of insurance protection   The post Why is it important for nannies to have insurance? appeared first on Happy Nest ..read more

Trendy and toasty: top winter fashion picks for children Like keeping your little one warm and keeping them in all the latest trendy togs? Then you’re in the right place! Because we’ve put together a round-up of some of the biggest trends in children’s fashion right now. From trending colours to pretty patterns, here’s how to have the coolest (and warmest) dressed kid at the park this winter. Colours of winter This winter children’s colours are a gentler, more sophisticated blend than the brash primary colours we’re usually faced with. Inspired by nature, warm, neutral hues are popular this y ..read more

The next big thing in childcare With rising costs and continuing problems, what does the future hold for childcare? We examine issues with the current system and potential alternatives for you and your family. Childcare is a hot topic at the moment. With the cost of living rising ahead of wages, childcare is becoming the biggest household cost for many and a huge problem for many families. Nurseries are becoming unaffordable to many, with fees rising to nearly £600 per week for two children – higher if you’re in London. What about free childcare hours? Although there is some help available fr ..read more

Who doesn’t love an autumnal walk? There may be a chill in the air, but if the sun is out (or trying to be out) on a bright autumnal day there’s nothing better than a stroll in the woods or park. So wrap up warm, put your wellies on and let’s go! Walking with children Taking your little ones on walks can be lots of fun, but little legs can get tired quickly and this can lead to protest! To avoid an unhappy toddler, plan ahead. Have a few fun activity ideas up your sleeve to keep spirits high – and don’t forget to bring wellies, snacks and a change of clothes! What to do on your autumnal walks ..read more

Happy Nest Nanny and Maternity recruitment agency have now got a App ( What is a App ? ) We know that finding time to register with a Nanny Agency is time consuming and if you’ve worked from early morning to late night the last thing you have is time for is sending your proofs and ID. Happy Nest feel your pain, so to make it easier we have launched our own Nanny Recruitment App. We hope to make the Nanny registration process as simple as possible. Please click on the links to download and register with us, but if that is one step too far we are still contactable by Phone, Email, Messenger, Wha ..read more

When I was 11, my Grandma Kath died in hospital. I was young at the time so I didn’t understand what was happening, just that she was very poorly and gone forever. I was sad but didn’t fully understand what was happening. When the funeral came around the family wore one of her silk scarfs each and, despite me feeling lost and slightly guilty for not reacting the same as my Mum, brother, Grandad, it made me feel connected to other members of the family. Like we all had a piece of her with us. Now, I’m 22, I can process the loss of a loved one a little more.   As a society we avoid talking ..read more

Happy Holidays: 10 expert tips to make your family holiday a happy one   Are you ever really on holiday when travelling with kids? It’s a good question. In all honesty, I have to say I often feel like I need a holiday to recover from being on holiday with mine! But that doesn’t mean family holidays can’t be happy. Personally, I think the answer to everyone having a lovely time comes down to a magic formula of forward planning and being able to relax and go with the flow.   Sounds simple, but as most mums know, relaxing isn’t always our strong point. Especially when we have little mun ..read more