Ways Your Nanny Can Save Your Precious Time

Does this seem ironical? It is a fact that with most households being a 2 working parent’s household, there is a need for parents to save time by multi-tasking; it is this that gives parents valuable quality time with one’s children. Nannies can do their bit by helping parents save that valuable time and energy that could go into quality childcare when they are at home. It would be great to explore some of the valuable ways in which nannies save parent’s time.

Few ways that your nanny can help save your time: 

a) A nanny could help with the laundry: Quite often nannies do the children’s laundry as a matter of routine; this would however leave the parents with the rest of the washing, drying and putting away of the clothing that includes sheets and towels. It would save significant time for parents if they include this simple task into the nanny’s job description and contract.

b) A nanny could help with household shopping: Quite true; you could have your nanny keep a running list of items needed and save time. You could save more time by having your nanny also go purchase the items in the list. Taking the children with her would not only be a fun experience for them, but would be educative also; childhood experiences provide for unique lessons in life.

c) Your nanny could help with homework and projects: If parents had to take up the task of helping children with homework and school projects, it would definitely be quality time, but involving the nanny in buying school supplies, baking treats, making cards and a whole slew of other school related needs would definitely save your time and added stress.

d) A nanny could organize calendars: Having a busy and stressed life could leave the family very less energy to keep track of everyone’s schedule. You could take the help of a nanny who could act as a coordinator and ensure that all important activities, dates, doctor’s appointments and supplies are added to your calendar. Her use of many different online calendar options could help her maintain both family as well as individual calendars. She can upload all the information and even set reminders to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Finally I suppose it would be right to say that parents with nannies have a true opportunity to gain some extra time, simply by tailoring her job description to suit your family’s needs; however remember not to overload your nanny with every task.

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