Finding the perfect nanny can be exhausting. Which job sources do you use? How do you screen a nanny candidate? What about interviews? And with COVID-19 going on, how can you find a nanny for your kids safely?

The answer? Use a nanny agency! Your other options like job forums or online postings may be easier, but it’s worth going through an agency to find a high-quality nanny.

Nanny agencies take care of the tough stuff like screening, fair wages, employment contracts, and more. They’ll do all the heavy lifting of finding the best nanny for your family’s needs. Let’s talk more about the benefits of using a nanny agency below!

Help from someone who knows the industry

You might have some idea of the perfect nanny for you — someone full-time who can handle multiple children, for example — but there are some qualities you may not think to look for in a nanny!

Maybe you want someone with a similar approach to discipline. Or someone who’s flexible enough to work late or stay overnight when necessary. Or a nanny who has experience working with children with special needs or newborns.

A good nanny agency will take the time to get to know your family’s preferences. They can also call on their years of experience in the nanny industry to help you figure out what you need in a nanny. That’s how they’ll match you up with the perfect candidate.

Professional screening and reference checks

You’re inviting someone you don’t know into your home to care for your children, so safety and security are top priorities for families. A nanny agency can offer both with a thorough screening process. 

With �����鶹, for example, we provide a multi-step screening process with different placement packages that can include:

• Reference verification
• Criminal background check and national sex offender check
• Driving record check
• Drug screening
• Financial history
• Personality assessments

When you work with a nanny agency, you can feel confident knowing that you’re on the way to finding a trustworthy, reliable, experienced nanny for your family.

Guidance on being a good employer

If you’ve never been an employer before, you may not know what to include in an employment agreement for your nanny. What are the most up to date competitive wages in the industry? How many hours can your nanny work? What about other legal and tax stuff?

A nanny agency will help you understand your new role as an employer, educating you on what you need to know about labor laws, overtime, hourly pay, benefits, performance reviews, and much more.

Saves time and stress

Finally, working with a nanny agency will save you a lot of time and stress overall. Think about it: finding a nanny requires reading through numerous applications, choosing candidates and interviewing them, checking references, and conducting background checks. 

A nanny agency will typically handle all of those initial steps, picking potential nannies who might make a good match for your family. An agency will ask for your input on certain candidates and guide you through interviews with the ones you choose. Once you pick a nanny, the agency will help you make an offer and set up the employment for success.  

If you found a nanny on your own and they didn’t work out, you’ll have to start your search all over again. Many agencies offer guarantees and/or replacement services within a certain time period after your initial placement.

Work with �����鶹

If all of these benefits sound good to you, working with an agency is your best option for finding a nanny for your children. Working with a nanny agency can bring you peace of mind, knowing that you’ll be matched with a qualified and trustworthy nanny in half the time.

Searching for a nanny in the Phoenix area? �����鶹 is a locally owned nanny placement agency that has served Arizona since 2002. We offer a variety of nanny placement packages to suit every family’s needs. Our placement process includes family consultations, convenient candidate interviews, continuous support from our team, and much more.

Begin your nanny search with �����鶹 today! Learn more about our placement packages, or contact us to get started!

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But how do you start off right, and make things go as smoothly as desired? 

You need to communicate, communicate, communicate.

One of the most common problems experienced between nannies and parents is the lack of clear expectations. From the very beginning of the relationship, when you first begin to interview potential nannies, you will need to be clear and concise in your expectations. From daily tasks to discipline, it’s important to be open, honest, and thorough in what you expect of your nanny.

We even asked some of our professional nannies their advice on communication with their families and here is what they said:

• They wish their bosses were super clear and honest about hours, working from home, and scheduled time off.
• They wish families understood why guaranteed hours are important to any professional nanny.
• They wish families would discuss with them exactly how they want conflicts/difficult discussions handled or how to best approach them about things that need to be addressed because every family is different in this regard.
• Above all else they want families to be clear, honest, and super detailed upfront so they can perform their jobs exactly as the family needs/desires, but they need to know those details first. (Which is sometimes hard for families to address upfront)

We are here to help you in preventing communication problems and offering you some common areas you should be aware of, even at the very first meeting with a potential nanny.

Daily Tasks- Will you expect your nanny to perform housework, cooking, playdates, and errand running?

Let your nanny know exactly what you expect done daily. And if your needs change down the road, meet with your nanny, talk with them about those needs and talk about compensation for your new needs.

They need to know exactly what to expect so they can meet those expectations but they also need clear and concise communication if things arise.

Hours Worked- Here’s some questions you should consider:

How many hours do you expect your nanny to work a week?

Will those hours be firmly set?

Or will they alter?

Will you need the nanny to be flexible?

How will you handle for scheduled time off?

Be very clear about how many hours you need your nanny to work. And remember the importance of guaranteeing your nanny a certain number of hours. This is their job and their livelihood. Respecting their time will create a healthy work environment.

Discipline/ Difficult Behaviors- How do you want your nanny to handle discipline issues that arise in children?

Consider weekly sit-down meetings without the children near. Allow the nanny opportunity to relay over any issues that have arisen that week. Let them share any new or reoccurring difficult behaviors. Relay exactly how you want those behaviors handled. Make it a time where you can connect with the nanny, so you can both be on the same page.

Above all else, you need to be clear, honest, and super detailed upfront so your nanny can perform their jobs exactly as you the family needs/desires. But your nanny will not know what those needs and desires are unless you tell them. It may be difficult, to begin with, but as with any working relationship, you need to be thorough and concise in what you need and want.

Honesty is the key. Tell the nanny if you will be super involved or if you prefer to be hands-off and let the nanny do what needs to be done.

Don’t tell your nanny what you think they want to hear. Tell them EXACTLY what the job will look like and do that from the very beginning. Remember to continuously communicate if changes need to happen.

And soon, you will be on the path to a smooth relationship with the right caregiver for your child.

Here at �����鶹 we are here to help you all along the way of interviewing and hiring the perfect nanny. We also set up a specific and curated family profile on your exact needs and only send nanny applications that match those standards which is only the best! You’ll also be able to interview the nanny candidate and get a taste of their communication skills before hiring. We are here to help you find your nanny, household manager, newborn care specialist, or private educator today. Click here for more information and get started today!

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Has the time come that you need to turn partial care of your child over to another person? No matter whether your child is a baby, toddler, or of school age, the decision is huge. You are entrusting someone else for the care of the person you love most in your life. And you want to make the right decision for your child. And that decision means finding the right person to care for your child.

But before you make your decision on who will be the best at caring for your child, you will need to attract the best person to care for your child. Before you begin your search for the perfect nanny, prepare yourself. Let us help by helping you with the top 5 ways to find the best nanny for your family.

Prepare Your Expectations

You will need to be prepared to communicate your EXCACT expectations to your potential nanny.

What tasks do you expect your nanny to complete? What specific aspects of your child’s care do you want the nanny to perform? Will they need to cook and prepare meals? Bathe your child? Help with homework/schooling? Take your child on outings and play dates? Help with the tidying of the house? How do you want the nanny to discipline or correct the child? Do you prefer specific training and skill sets? Know what you want your nanny to do daily!

Once you know what you expect, prepare.

Setting Hours and Being Flexible

You will want to know ahead of time what and how many hours you will need your nanny to work per week. Will they need to be there 8-5? Part time? Full time? Will you need them to work weekends? How about holidays? Think of all the possibilities and be realistic with your needs and the exact schedule you might need!

The majority of career nanny candidates want full-time positions with 40-50 hours a week. But they also expect to be given some flexibility for sick/personal days and ample time off when needed. Consider offering your nanny two consecutive days off per week to let them rest and recharge for the following week! If you know you will need more help certain weeks, be prepared to give ample notice to them. Or if need be, be prepared to find a babysitter on those days when your nanny needs time off. We can always help find temp nannies to fill in any days off you may need to accommodate giving your nanny some days off here and there as needed.

Prepare to Offer Competitive Pay and Great Benefits

In order to attract the best, most experienced nanny, you will need to offer a competitive compensation package. This doesn’t necessarily have to be the max salary out there, but one that shows you respect the experience, education and hard work that any career nanny will devote to your family. Know what the typical rates for nanny care in your area are and offer that or better to your potential nanny.

You will also want to offer the a solid package of benefits. These often include legal pay, paid vacation, paid sick days and paid holidays with guaranteed hours. Some families will offer to cover some or all of their nanny’s insurance costs for health and dental/vision insurance. Some will offer gym memberships, the use of a vehicle and even the use of a vacation home during time off. Another great benefit is gifting their employee frequent flier miles to let them travel during time off! Offer the best, if you want the best. We can help you customize a great package for your family and situation.

Pay Them in A Legal Manner

Let your potential nanny know you are honest and want to do right by them. DO NOT pay or offer to pay your potential nanny “under the table”. Yes, it will save you work, but it can also get you into legal trouble. Do right by your employee by offering them the benefits and legal protections of keeping books and withholding the taxes you are required to. This also allows for a more experienced, professional nanny to step into the role and often times makes for a more proactive, engaged and reliable nanny who takes her position much more seriously. They will feel like you respect them, and will perform their job better in return!

Offer Training

Great nannies will jump at the opportunity of bettering their skills. Offer to send them to workshops, and training sessions. Both of you will benefit from the extra skills learned.

Finding the perfect nanny does not have to be difficult. Just remember to prepare and communicate your expectations, set the hours, offer competitive pay and benefits, be honest, and help them grow.

And soon, you will have the nanny best suited for your family!

Oh, we can’t forget one more way you can find the best nanny! That is to use a nanny placement agency like us here at �����鶹. You are able to get an agency that has experience with over 20 years in business, a trustworthy agency that performs extensive background and reference checks, and tons of value as we choose the best candidates based on a custom family profile. You can learn more about �����鶹 here.

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The nanny industry has been hit incredibly hard due to COVID-19. Many nannies have been laid off because of the circumstances. Families are being cautious who is in and out of their homes or they are out of work themselves and can not keep a nanny on. This has been an uncertain and trying time for all of us. The stories are heartbreaking from many in our industry. However, an incredible group of generous people is stepping up to help. was born out of a need to help so many in this profound time of need during COVID-19.

In March, began seeing people on her social media begin to lose their jobs. She decided that as long as she was still employed, she would donate her paycheck to those in need. Not long after, she posted a video on social media, asking for people to contact her if they had an urgent need for a small, one-time gift. 

Rachael soon noticed that a large number of nannies had been using their paid time off and sick leave to adhere to social distancing rules who were then losing their jobs as this paid leave ran out. Realizing this crisis was going to especially affect nannies financially for the foreseeable future, she decided to target the giving towards the nanny community. 

After her March 30th posting, many other nannies were inspired by her call and joined her in donating a portion of their weekly income to other out-of-work nannies. In no time at all she had been contacted by Austin McFarlane, the brilliant mind behind . Within 48 hours they had assembled a powerhouse team of some of the most influential women in the nanny industry including Sue Downey of , Laura Chandra, current treasurer of the Association of Premier Nanny Agencies and CEO of , and Shenandoah Davis who is the visionary behind and a fierce advocate for domestic workers. Along with a generous and creative group of professional advisors, attorneys, and a branding specialist who all signed on to help with this effort pro bono, they were ready to get started!

The Nanny Relief Fund came about because someone wanted to help and people stepped up to show love, support and offer tangible relief for others in times of need. This non-profit intends to support the nanny community through this crisis and beyond and has already had a profound impact on caregivers who now know they have someone to turn to in times of need.

While the initial goal was to raise enough funds to begin the process of providing relief to nannies, they are also collecting items and/or experiences to sell at an online auction later this year to help even more nannies and domestic workers.

We are honored to have helped with this amazing relief fund and we hope you can too! To be a part of this special movement, visit , to learn about how you can be of service to others. Thank you for supporting nannies during this time!

If you are in need of assistance during this time PLEASE reach out to us! We are ready to help anyone in need as much as we can. We are all in this together. To sign up to receive an alert when funds are released or to apply for aid please visit .

If you are a nanny and currently looking for a position here in Arizona, please check out our Nannies Section and apply today.

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Social distancing with kiddos and quarantine for however long means no playdates, no park visits, no visiting indoor play places, or any other activity where other people are gathered. All in an effort for our society to collectively slow the spread of Covid19. It’s going to be a trying time for many. Especially for those of you that have children that are of school age, or are used to weekly playdates, and daily outings. Don’t worry though, handling quarantine with children is possible!

To help you out, I am sharing my favorite resources to keep your young charges entertained and busy. And to help keep your sanity.

To begin with, I would highly recommend setting up an hourly schedule. Children thrive on routine. And with the normal routine having to be thrown out the window, creating a new one ASAP, will make days go much more smoothly. And it will create a sense of safety and familiarity with your child. 

Below is a sample daily schedule that can easily be adapted to suit your current needs.

Sample Daily Schedule (substitute activities based on your child’s age)

7-9 am

Wake up

Get Dressed

Breakfast

Dishes

Independent Play

9-11 am

Read book

At home school assignments

Arts/Crafts

Laundry

11- 1 pm

Lunch 

Educational Screen Time

If in a situation where people can be avoided, get outdoors

1–3 pm

Nap/ Rest Time

3-5 pm

Independent play

Dishes

Dance Party/ Exercise activity

5-7 pm

Dinner

Kitchen Clean up

Bath Time

Read Books

8 pm

Total House Tidy-Up

Bedtime

Indoor Activities (Toddler)

Indoor Activities (School Age)

While setting up organized, special activities are a great idea, including kids in the normal day to day activities can be a great boredom buster too!

Baking– Try a new cake or bread recipe. Depending on the age of the child, you can include them in most of the process. Let them pour the ingredients in a mixer or even measure out the ingredients. Make it a learning activity.

House work– Assign them household chores that have to be completed every day. Make a chart with stickers for younger children. Set a timer, and whoever finishes their chore before the timer goes off, gets extra screen time.

Yard work– Do you have leaves that need raking? A flower bed that needs weeding? Or a porch to be swept off? Let your children burn off energy in the sun by helping with those chores. Or another idea is to digitally connect with neighbors, and ask if you can bring the kids over to complete yard work for them if they are unable to at this time. Just make sure the neighbor stays indoors!

At home exercise routine– Since you aren’t going to the gym, workout at home with YouTube. And get your kids to workout right along with you. Teach them how to do push-ups, and burpees. Let them have a jumping jack competition. See who can stretch the most in Yoga. The possibilities are endless!

Get creative! This is a challenging and stressful time for all of us and kids sense it. But we can make the best of handling quarantine with children.

Make memories and strive to create an atmosphere of peace and calm.

Ease their fears and worries. Make this a time of fun for your child. And you too!

Also, don’t be afraid if you just need a day or two where you do nothing but sit in front of a screen. Let go of high expectations, and just be.

And drink an extra cup of coffee. Or two. You will probably need it.

Wash your hands, and stay safe friends!

And, if you by chance need a nanny for your kids out of school right now or permanently, go here to look over more information about �����鶹 and fill out an application.

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Kids of all ages love a party spent doing themed activities, eating special treats, and even letting their creative side come out with some arts and crafts.

So, to help inspire you to plan out your own party for the little people in your life, I am sharing the best 3 Valentine-themed activities, crafts, and treats.

Even if you are not in the mood for an actual party, you could easily incorporate a couple of these ideas into your schedule to have some fun with your little ones.

The Best Valentine’s Day Kid Activities​, Crafts, and Treats

Valentine’s Day Activities

Get the kids off the devices and up moving or making some things to get their brain going. I love these three lovely activities that are so fun for Valentine’s Day!

 to get them up, moving, and shaking out those wiggles.

 to put their mind to creating.

. Because what kid doesn’t love slime?

Valentine’s Day Crafts

Some creative and fun Valentine’s Day crafts for the children. I love these 3 and they would be fun to make for this special day ahead.

, to always remember how tiny they started out.

. Perfect for older children that will be exchanging Valentines in school.

. Can be used to make a garland, or passed out to friends and family.

Valentine’s Day Food

Top 3 Valentine’s Day food options. Even have a healthier one in case you do not want your kiddos to have all the added sugar!

. The kids can easily help prepare this treat.

. Because what is Valentine’s day without a teddy bear and chocolate?

. A healthy, and FUN love day treat.

And that’s it! Happy party planning!!! And a Happy Valentines Day to you and yours!

Remember if you ever need to talk to us about having a nanny or household manager for your busy home, contact us here at �����鶹.

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Ever wondered what it’s like to be a nanny for the day? We can’t wait to share the day in the life of a professional nanny. Their routine is impressive and they still make time for the most special moments and teaching times with the children. Most nannies work daytime hours but there are also those that are live-in nannies, night nannies, or newborn care specialists that will work through the night or even in 24 hour shifts! We will be discussing day nannies that come to the family’s home during agreed-upon daytime hours.

A day in the life of a nanny involves many tasks and can be so much fun! I got a chance to interview a nanny and she gave me the scoop of her daily routine with the children she cares for: ages 3 and 7. Her schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:30 am-4:30 pm. The mother of the family works from home in her home office but also travels a lot. The father works locally but is gone throughout the day while the nanny is there to assist.

Morning Routine

When I arrive at the family’s home at 7:30 am I immediately start the morning by getting the young boy (7 years old) ready for school. I get him up, have his clothes laid out (I do that a week in advance and have them all laid out on his chest of drawers), and get him downstairs ready to eat breakfast. I let the girl (3 years old) wake up on her own but if she’s not up by the time to leave for school, I’ll grab her out of bed and move along. I also pack the boy’s lunch and have his bookbag ready to go. We leave the house altogether in the family’s SUV (the family provides me with a vehicle to use) and drop him off at school. I then return back to the family’s home to fix the toddler’s (3-year-old girl) breakfast and start a few morning chores.

The morning chores consist of making up beds, cleaning up kids’ rooms, tidying up the playroom, unloading and loading the dishwasher, and putting in a load of the kids’ clothes in the wash.

Then we play! How fun, right? We love doing arts and crafts and will usually make something with play-doh, moon sand, or do some type of coloring or painting. Often times we will bake too! The little girl loves to make homemade brownies and cookies, which is so much fun to do. After a couple of hours of playtime, arts and crafts or baking, I finish up the laundry and start prepping for lunch.

Mid-Day Routine

After cleaning up lunch, the little girl will watch TV in the playroom for a few minutes while enjoying some milk. I then put her in her bed for a nap. During nap time, I finish up laundry and any other housework that needs to be done whether that’s laying out things for the next day or some cleaning. This is a time where I also have some free-time and can sit back and relax for a few short minutes.

Afternoon Routine

Naptime is over! The little girl is refreshed and ready to go! Now it’s time for me to grab a snack, hop in the car, and go pick up the little boy from school. After pickup around 3 pm, I usually take them to the local playground/park for them to play for about 30 minutes or we’ll go home and play ball outside. I like for them to be able to burn off a little energy and it’s a fun time I have with them! We will then return back to the house where I help the young boy with his homework and play with them some more. The mother is finished with work by 4:30 pm and relieves me so I can go home. I’ve now finished my workday and will return to my home. This is a typically day my life as a professional nanny.

The Nanny’s Perspective

I honestly love what I do. My daily routine as a nanny is apart of my everyday life now. I get to be apart of a family and help them with their two blessings. The children are very receptive of me and love when I’m there. I’ve even heard the parents say they miss me on the weekends. I love working for this family too as they allow me to take the kids to fun places and they will provide the funds to do so. We have a lot of fun going to fairs, playgrounds, indoor play arenas, movies, mall, and library. This job is rewarding and pays well too! I also love the hours as I still get the weekends off to see family and friends and have some time to relax and get ready for the next busy week!

Let Us Help You!

As you can see the daily schedule of a professional nanny looks busier than most imagine! Yet they are nurturing, caring, and lots of fun. If you are wanting to have more intentional time with your kids, need help with their care and household items, then give us a call at �����鶹 so we can help you find the perfect nanny for your family. To see more information check out our Family Section.

Also, if you are a nanny looking for that perfect family with perks like discussed, take a look at our Nannies Section and fill out an application today.

We take pride in providing the very best nannies to our families and vice versa. We are firm believers in a positive community and support system for each nanny and family we work with at �����鶹.

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Ready to pack up the bags, get the kids ready, and head on a trip for the holidays? If so, think about bringing your nanny along. Whether it’s a holiday trip or a family vacation, bring your nanny with you to help! Traveling with your nanny can be a great experience for everyone involved: the nanny can help with the children and allow for a date night too!

However, to ensure that both you and the nanny are still cheerful by the end of the tip, don’t forget some key things to discuss with your nanny. It’s best to be clear on the expectations and all the arrangement before the trip begins!

Steps to travel successfully with your nanny:

Communicate Beforehand-

Before the trip begins, outline the nanny’s responsibilities and schedule during the trip. Make sure your nanny knows when you need them to watch the children full time or when they may be going along with you and just be a helper. Also, if you decide on the trip that you want your nanny to take on extra hours, be sure to compensate fairly and communicate that to them. Always let them know their schedule for the hours you need them to work while on the trip. Make sure your nanny understands and is on the same page yet feels appreciated and compensated fairly.

Discuss Compensation-

This may seem like an obvious thing to discuss but you need to make sure they are aware of what they are getting paid even while traveling. Talk about whether your nanny will be receiving their regular pay or if the time that they will be working exceeds their normal hours and they will be compensated for that. Also, decide when you will pay your nanny whether that is the entire amount at the end of the trip or in with the rest of their normal pay schedule.

Accommodations-

If you are traveling with your nanny, you have to decide if they will have their own room and bathroom (which I highly suggest) or share with the children. You have to make sure your nanny feels comfortable with the sleeping arrangements regardless of how close they are to your family or how long they have been your nanny.

Expenses-

Also, you would need to cover the cost of their airfare, hotel costs, and meals. Consider all of these travel expenses when deciding if you are bringing your nanny along. Of course, communicate what you are comfortable with spending even to your nanny when it comes to meals like eating out, etc. The biggest thing is to communicate all of this with your nanny so everything is clear right up front.

Taking your nanny on your upcoming holiday trip whether that’s to family gatherings or a fun trip can be super helpful and enjoyable as long as you make sure these key steps are taken care of. The best part is you already know your nanny and your children are comfortable with your nanny so bringing them along with you on vacation is a huge benefit. As long as you follow these key steps, everyone will come back happily ever after!

One last thing, if you are looking to hire a nanny to come and help your family and even go on trips like mentioned, check out our Families section here. At �����鶹, we are one of Arizona’s most trusted nanny agencies and can help you find the perfect addition to your family.

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Do you desire to make a difference in a child’s life? To partner with someone in providing basic needs, discipline, nurturing and structure in their daily life? And to get paid to do just that? Then consider becoming a nanny.

Becoming a nanny is to forever change your life. You partner with a family, to help raise their child. And you do so in the closeness and familiarity of home, to provide comfort and love to the child.

So, what are some of the benefits of becoming a nanny?

-It’s FUN! – Being a nanny can be just plain fun. Part of what you are getting paid to do is play. Whether you are running with the child outdoors, or building block towers, it can be great fun to join in on the active imagination’s children have.

-Getting to help a tiny human grow- In partnering with parents, you not only provide for the child’s basic day to day physical needs, you have the opportunity to teach them. Whether that is social skills, or their ABC’s. You get the opportunity to set the stage for their future life. 

-You are able to see your work in action- As a nanny, you have the opportunity to witness the fruit of your labor in the most unexpected moments. Like when they share a toy, or a piece of food with peers. You are keenly aware of the impact you have on their life.

-You grow with them- Being a nanny is not only about teaching the child and watching them grow. It’s about growing yourself. You learn how to communicate on all levels. With parents as your boss/employee relationship. And in verbal and non-verbal methods in day to day interactions with the child. And you learn patience, just through the nature of repetitively having to teach a child. 

– You become part of a family- And what a beautiful feeling that is. You become an integral part of that family’s life. And even after the children grow, and need you less and less, you are remembered as vital part in that chapter of their life.

Being a nanny is a great work with lots of amazing rewards. And a job that you can look forward to going to every day. And who doesn’t want that?

If you are wanting to find out more, click here to go to our Nanny Section of our site. You can view the current openings for nannies, the steps of becoming a nanny with �����鶹, and what other nannies say about the agency.

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Do you have some toilet paper rolls lying around? Paint them, add some googly eyes, and glue some paper on them to create a little mummy. Let the kids imaginations run wild, and create any spooky character they can come up with.

Want to create a memento of little hands enjoying the holiday? Grab a box, piece of paper, white and black paint, a golf ball and some googly eyes. Put the paper, the golf ball, and some white paint on the paper, close the box lid, and let the littles shake some energy out while shaking the box. Take out your paper to see a unique web pattern. Then make a handprint spider. Perfect for remembering tiny hands.

How about a pumpkin stamp? All you need is a piece of paper, an apple cut in half, orange paint, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. And you have the perfect fine motor activity for little hands.

Crafting will turn anyone into a hangry monster. So how about some creepy themed snacks?

Jack o lantern fruit cups, made from oranges are a perfect snack for little hands.

Peanut Butter spider cookies are simple to make and are sure to make your little one squeal. From delight, we hope.

And last, but not least, Witch hat cupcakes. So simple to put together with any cupcake recipe, and ice cream cones.

And there you have. The perfect spine chilling, hair raising treats and activities for the whole family.

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• Handprint spider- for full instructions go .
• Pumpkin stamp- for full instructions go .
• Jack o lantern fruit cups- for full recipe go .
• Peanut butter spider cookies- for full recipe go .
• Witch hat cupcakes- for full recipe go .

Also, if you are still looking for a fun fall activities in Arizona to check out with your kids or the kids you nanny check out this blog.

Which spooky craft and creepy treat are you going to make?

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