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Central Florida Nannies has relocated to WORDPRESS.  Come join us over there!! http://www.centralfloridanannies.wordpress.com/ You can also find us on TWITTER and FACEBOOK. Keyword: Central Florida Nannies

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The TODAY Show aired a segment on "Preventing Childhood Obesity" today with Dr. Jennifer Trachtenberg; author of "GOOD KIDS - BAD HABITS".   Studies indicate that obesity can begin as early as infancy.  (As a reference, babies gain about half a pound per week for the first 3 months of life and then they double their birth weight by the time they are 4 months old and triple their birth weight at

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Brought to you by: The Association of Professional Nannies

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Picky Eaters, What's a Nanny to do? Find out from ANDREA FLAGG (Co-Founder/Moderator of Nanny Alliance of NY & NJ) on REGARDING NANNIES blog.Shared via AddThis

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On July 26, 2009, THE BEST NANNY NEWSLETTER posted a article regarding to "Teaching Children Respect". Nanny Molly (our NEW Blog Writer!) has written a brief account of how she thinks respect should be taught by example and how we as Nannies must begin with ourselves.(Written By: Nanny Molly)It used to be that children should be seen and not heard. It was considered respectful if children kept

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Have you watched Supernanny and thought "Wow, that's a GREAT idea!"? But then you forget exactly how to enforce it or create it? Well... now you can find those things you liked right on the Supernanny's website! All her techniques from Paci-Fairy to Potty Training are all at your fingertips. Just visit: http://www.supernanny.com/Advice/-/Supernanny-techniques.aspx

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NY household employer and journalist is writing to let others know that the labor laws need to be revised for domestic workers... and in a positive way!by: Gayle Kirshenbaum4/8/09http://www.nydailynews.com/opinions/2009/04/08/2009-04-08_give_nannies_and_housekeepers_the_rights-2.html?page=0

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Nannies and Au Pairs Can End Birth Order Stereotypesby: Best Nanny NewsletterBirth order does seem to affect personality traits in siblings. But you can end these stereotypes when working with your charges.Parents often have high expectations for firstborns. Firstborns often are eager to please their parents, have high expectations for themselves, are conscientious, and perfectionists. Sometimes

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http://www.fremonttribune.com/articles/2009/04/28/news/local/doc49f723f3dec46538210090.txt

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All Things Considered, April 15, 2009 -Doug Schulkind hosts a Friday morning music show on WFMU, a noncommercial radio station in New York City. A self-described music obsessive DJ, he plays every kind of music he can get his hands on. When his wife went into labor, he brought his boom box and a stack of CDs along to the hospital.When the big moment arrived, he knew what song he had to play."I

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Isolation is a problem for many family child care professionals. MaryBeth Bush, a CDA from Trumbell County, Ohio, relates her personal experience about a network of family child providers who were able to study together, receive their CDAs together, and then unite together for emotional and professional support. This organization went on to become a child care resource for the whole community. In

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April 19-25th is "Week of the Young Child" and Central Florida Nannies will be doing a Book Drive to support the cause!Join us.....Friday, April 17th @ 11amBorders-- 434/436 in Altamonte (Home Depot/Target Plaza)Mr. Richard will be performing too!!!Please bring a NEW book to donate to the needy children in Orlando. We'll see you there!!

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By: Ali Landry (3/15/09)Check out Goddess' new video program, "Spotlight to Nightlight," where celebrity moms talk parenting. In the first episode, host Ali Landry talks to E!'s Catt Sadler, tackles the issue of childcare, and gets the scoop on how much nannies to the stars really make from Westside Nannies in Los Angeles!Click here to view the video and the rest of the article: http://

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Disturbing Child Dumping SchemePosted on: THE BEST NANNY NEWSLETTER (1/10/09)According to the news report linked to this blog post, when hired to care for a family’s twins a nanny, Roxanna Patricia Villamarin, said she was taking the children to the library but was really dropping them off at a rundown apartment.The article reads, "According to officials, Villamarin had been leaving at least five

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By SCOTT MICHELSABC NEWSApril 1, 2009—A Minnesota man was convicted of murder this week for luring a recent college graduate to her death with a fake ad on the Web site Craigslist.Michael John Anderson, 20, was convicted Tuesday night on all six counts, including first-degree murder, for shooting and killing Katherine Ann Olson, 24. He is scheduled to be sentenced this morning.Prosecutors said

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Looking for ways to increase your personal marketability? Attend a Nanny Conference or Retreat and you will do just that! Nannies from around the country attend events like these every year in order to broaden their potential and to network with others in their profession. Here are just a few events that are going on this year. INA (International Nanny Association)24th Annual ConferenceApril 23rd

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Two articles have posted this week that are worth taking a look at.CNN posted an article regarding "Nannies and the Recession". How are you being affected with the way the economy is? Have you lost some hours, days or your job? Let us know your opinion after reading this article.The second article is from Wall Street Journal regarding Temp-Sitters. Do you work for a agency that provides

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What Does it Take for Nannies to Be Loyal to a Nanny Placement Agency?By Ginger Swift, President of ABC Nannies and Domestics, Denver ColoradoPosted by: The Best Nanny Newsletter @ www.bestnannynewsletter.comWhen I think of loyalty, I think of friends that hang with you no matter what. Of course, loyalty can be lost if you do something awful to harm the relationship but for the most part, loyal

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Ladies and Gentlemen....This story really tugs on my heart strings. I had to run out and support the effort of these little girls today. They are trying to raise money for the MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER here in Orlando on behalf of Angela Petrucelly (one of the little girls mother) whom passed away FEBRUARY 14th, 2009 after her severe battle with Breast Cancer.I really want to encourage all of you

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ABC news airs "Mommy vs. Nanny"--A Battle for Kids Affection.http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Weekend/story?id=7079689&page=1Also, check out Lora Brawley's (ALL ABOUT NANNY CARE) comment to the airing in her blog at: http://lorabrawley.wordpress.com/

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Scientific American Mind January 28, 2009The Serious Need for PlayFree, imaginative play is crucial for normal social, emotional and cognitive development. It makes us better adjusted, smarter and less stressedBy: Melinda Wenner On August 1, 1966, the day psychiatrist Stuart Brown started his assistant professorship at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, 25-year-old Charles Whitman

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CHEESY VEGETABLE NUGGETS(AGE 7 MONTHS AND UP)8oz frozen broccoli florets4oz breadcrumbs6oz Cheddar, grated2 1/2 tbsp water2 1/2 tbsp olive oil1 1/2 tsp baking powderHeat the oven to 375 deg F, 190 deg C.Cook the broccoli, then drain and chop well.Combine with the remaining ingredients and mix well.Form the mixture into nugget shapes and place on a greased baking tray, about 3in apart.Bake for 20-

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Crayola has a bunch of great Spring themed craft idea's available on their site now. Here are a few examples of what you may find....St. Patrick's Day Lucky Parade Hatshttp://www.crayola.com/crafts/detail/lucky-parade-hat-craft/Dangling Snakeshttp://www.crayola.com/crafts/detail/dangling-snake-craft/Catch the breeze spinnershttp://www.crayola.com/crafts/detail/catch-the-breeze-spinners-craft/

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Dr. Seuss' Birthday~Monday, March 2nd Don't forget to celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday on Monday, March 2nd.Here are some resources with great craft idea's, events and more!Enjoy!www.seussville.comhttp://atozteacherstuff.com/Themes/Dr__Seuss/http://familycrafts.about.com/cs/marchholidays/l/blmar2nd.htm

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USING TIME-OUTS FOR NANNIES AND AU PAIRS Time-Out Should Not Be Used as PunishmentBy: The Best Nanny NewsletterWe have been discussing discipline. We have discussed time-outs. We have encouraged using timers to help positively discipline children. Most nannies, au pairs, and parents seem to use time-outs as punishment for children. When children do not behave caregivers often make the children

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March serves as Women's History Month, National Nutrition Month, Youth Art Month, and Music in Our Schools Month. Throughout the Month we will be posting several resources to help you spring into action this spring. :)

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What Every Parent Should Know about Child’s Investment Income Children with investment income may have part or all of this income taxed at their parent’s tax rate rather than at the child’s rate. Investment income includes interest, dividends, capital gains and other unearned income This rule applies to children who have investment income of more than $1800 and meet one of three age requirements

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New Withholding Tables Now Available on IRS.gov; Most Workers Will See Bigger Paychecks this Spring WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service today released new withholding tables that will result in more take-home pay this spring for millions of American workers. The new tables incorporate the new Making Work Pay credit, one of the key tax provisions included in the American Recovery and

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From: 4nannytaxes.comNew Nanny Federal Income Tax Withholding Rates President Obama announced over the weekend that the new Federal income tax rates reflecting the $400/person tax cut in the stimulus bill, will become effective April 1, 2009.HomeWork Solutions will have the new rates available on our website's Nanny Tax Calculator no later than Friday February 27, 2009. A nanny's Federal income

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**Special Holiday Savings** For the month of December:Adult tickets are $15 (ages 12 & up)Youth tickets are $10 (ages 3 - 11)Valid 12/01/08 - 12/31/08Kids Eat Free!Receive two child meal vouchers with the purchase of an adult ticket. Your children will have a full day of fun and a full meal on us. Selected items only. Offer ends 12/31/08.Regular Exhibit Hours Sunday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00

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The "Today Show" came to Nannypalooza this year. Today they aired the segment on "Cost Effective Childcare". I am the first Nanny to speak in the segment. Take a look!

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Why Dairy Products are Harmful to Your Childfrom: The Institutes for the Achievement of Human PotentialChildren's health often improves dramatically when dairy is eliminatedSome of our favorite "comfort foods" turn out to be very uncomfortable for the human body. When mothers come to us for nutritional help, the first thing we do is eliminate all dairy products. This rarely makes us popular, but

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I received this in my inbox today. What a GREAT organization! If you are interested in donating, please visit their site at: www.firstbook.org.In the four years I've worked at First Book, I have had the privilege to work with a number of extraordinary volunteers and educators. Their stories, revealing the extraordinary obstacles so many children face every day, continue to amaze me.Jennifer, a

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(Picture from the dripstiks website.)I have to say that these are the cleverest "kiddie" contraptions that I have seen in a long time. I am going to pick some up for my nieces today! I got the information from "Nanny Adventures" blog. I felt that I had to pass it on. Check them out....http://www.dripstik2.powersuithosting.com/home.html

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October is my favorite month in Florida. The weather begins to cool off and the "fall" (we all know Florida doesn't have a fall!) festivities begin to emerge. Be sure to check out one or all of the below events this month! (Click on Venue Name for a direct link to their site.)MICKEY'S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN @ WALT DISNEY WORLDGuests are invited to dress in costume and join Mickey and friends

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Holiday Shopping?This Holiday season shop the below sites and help our group to raise funds to promote our organization and help serve the nanny community in Central Florida.Online Magazine Sales and Renewals. You can buy and renew many popular magazine subscriptions through our online link. Visit the following site and when you buy/renew; a portion goes to our group fundraising account.http://

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Mark your calendars!Central Florida Nannies will be holding our Bi-Monthly Meeting onTuesday, October 21st at 6:45pm.Topics for this meeting will include:*November Girls Night Out Event*Holiday Party*Holiday Charity Event*Select Chairs/Officers (Secretary, PR/Marketing, Philanthropic, etc.)*Organize Playdates*Brief overview of Nannypalooza*Open Discussion pertaining to Nanny IssuesIf you would

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How Nannies Ratecompliments of: http://www.philly.com/"Take care of kids" no longer suffices as a nanny's job description. Nannies with a range of skills, credentials and preferences fill varying needs for families; their fees reflect the particulars of the job. In general, the higher range would be for a very experienced nanny with many recommendations. In addition to their salary or fees,

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Custom nanniescompliments of: http://www.philly.com/Perfectly tailored child care can be on the way: Full time, temp, special-needs-trained, newborn specialist. Nannies are going niche.By Anndee HochmanFor The InquirerFolona Stuart's workday - or rather, her worknight - is charted in diaper changes, foot-tickling, and occasional bouts of hiccups.Last night was a good one. "Ms. Harper slept like

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Bonuses and Raisescompliments of: www.bestnannynewsletter.comQ: I am a parent that has employed a nanny for the first time. What is an appropriate Christmas bonus and end of the year (Anniversary) bonus?A: American nannies expect one week salary for holiday tipping/Christmas bonus. If you cannot afford one week salary be sure to speak to the nanny about this so that s/he is not insulted. Nannies

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The '09 International Nanny Association Conference has been scheduled. Stay tuned for further details.24th INA Annual Conference, April 23 – April 26, 2009, in Dallas, Texas

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compliments of: www.nanny.comTime Out IS Stress Management!Time Out as a means of changing children's behavior should never be used to punish, as in "Go to your room!" -- that's not what it's meant to do and won't work anyway. Used as punishment, Time Out is a power trip for adults that humiliates children and leaves adults thinking, "What am I doing wrong?" as the same misbehavior recurs and

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IRS Increases Mileage Rates through Dec. 31, 2008IR-2008-82, June 23, 2008Downloadable Audio File: Mileage RatesWASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rates for the final six months of 2008. Taxpayers may use the optional standard rates to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or

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Friday, October 3rd kicked off the 3rd annual Nannypalooza Conference in Philadelphia, PA. This year was yet... another success! This years day and a half conference included over 16 workshops to choose from, three meals, a goodie bag and a chance to meet/greet/network with other nannies from around the world.Friday evening began with a quaint networking event in the Hilton restaurant. This time

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WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Ready Campaign (www.ready.gov) is sponsoring the fifth annual National Preparedness Month (NPM) in September with support from more than 2,700 NPM coalition members, the largest amount to date. NPM coalition members, consisting of national, regional, state, and local organizations, will combine efforts throughout the month of September to

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Nannies and Caregivers Deserve Sick Days, TooPosted by Jennifer Merritt of the Wall Street JournalA few weeks back, one of the two women who run my son’s family day care ended up in the emergency room on a Friday afternoon. She’d been working for a week with a bad cold, maybe even the flu. The doctor pumped her with fluids and prescribed three days of rest. That Monday, day care was closed — she

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Excerpted from Nanny Handbook© Simply Nannies Placement Service, LLC., Ruth F. Rileyand The Nanny Network's Nanny Resources at http://www.nannynetwork.com/A good family-nanny relationship is a lot like a good marriage: both require good communication in order to work.This analogy may surprise you. After all, you are only accepting a job position - you have had other supervisors before and you

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Posted June '08 on 4everythingnanny.com's blog. (Originally from Bob King of Legally Nanny)As part of Legally Nanny’s continuing Legal Alert series, I wanted to let you know about H.R. 5804, the Taxpayer Responsibility, Accountability and Consistency Act of 2008. This bill, recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, could directly affect you as a household employer.H.R. 5804 would

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