St Louis Nannies, TLC for Kids against 'Xbox Dante's' Inferno!
The recent announcement of the release date for the much anticiapted Xbox game Dantes Inferno has caused some controversy among the in home childcare industry. Nannies and babysitters across the country are shocked by the representaion of nannies in the video game.
St. Louis nanny agencies TLC for Kids, and on-line nanny agency, Find The Best Nanny, find Xbox Dantes Inferno distasteful and potentially dangerous to children.
"We represent 1000's of nannies who are up-in arms about the 'Bad Nanny Award' achieved by slaughtering unbaptized children," said TLC for Kids, agency owner Sharon Graff-Radell and Vice President of the International Nanny Association (INA).
"The INA feels this video game component of Dante's Inferno was created out of poor taste and bad judgment. INA is opposed to video games that promote and encourage players to 'kill' babies, even in fantasy play. It is our opinion that this type of play may promote violence towards children. The name of the trophy or achievement, Bad Nanny, is offensive to our association in that we strive to promote and educate the public regarding the selfless work nannies do to support families by providing quality in-home child care. We have urged our membership to take action concerning this issue through the appropriate channels, as well."
To take action on this issue you can contact TLC For Kids or Find The Best Nanny at their websites, tlcforkids.com and FindTheBestNanny.com.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Staying Healthy During Flu Season!
Attention St. Louis Nannies and Sitters!
TLC for Kids wants you to stay healthy this cold and flu season!
As you know, the cold and flu season is upon us and likely to be more extreme this year than in years past. As child care providers who sometimes care for mildly ill children, it is important that you take extra measures to stay healthy yourself! In order to stay healthy it is important to maintain a healthy life style, wash hands frequently and consider getting a flu shot! Flu shots are available at your doctor's office, clinics, and most area Walgreen's. Please review the following information TLC for Kids in St. Louis sent our to all of our nannies about staying healthy this season!
- Jessica
TLC Nannies -- Tips for Staying Healthy Healthy During Cold & Flu Season
You can protect yourself and others by following these key action steps.
1. Maintain a healthy lifestyle through rest, diet, exercise, and relaxation.
2. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand cleaner only if soap and water are not available. Be sure to wash your hands after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
3. Avoid touching your nose, mouth, and eyes. Germs spread this way.
4. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, or cough and sneeze into your elbow. Dispose of tissues in no-touch trash receptacles.
5. Keep frequently touched common surfaces clean, such as telephones, computer keyboards, doorknobs, etc.
6. Get vaccinated against seasonal flu when vaccine is available in your area.
TLC has been receiving quite a few jobs from St. Louis parents looking for nannies to care for their sick children, here are a few tips!
When providing care to a child who is sick, the most important ways to protect yourself and others who are not sick are to:
1. Clean your hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer after you touch the sick person or handle used tissues, or laundry.
2. Remind the sick child to cover their coughs or cough into their sleeve and clean their hands after coughing and/or sneezing.
3. Have the child clean their hands often, using soap and water or hand sanitizer. Children may need reminders or help keeping their hands clean.
4. Wipe down toys, counter tops and other items the child touches.
5. Avoid being face-to-face with the sick child.
6. When holding small children who are sick, place their chin on your shoulder so that they will not cough in your face.
7. Keep the sick child away from other people as much as possible.
How do I know if I have the flu?
You may have the flu if you have some or all of these symptoms:
*fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue, sometimes diarrhea and vomiting
* Not everyone with flu will have a fever.
What should I do if I get sick?
Don't panic! You may have a simple cold. If you get sick with flu-like symptoms this flu season, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical care. Most people with 2009 H1N1 have had mild illness and have not needed medical care or antiviral drugs and the same is true of seasonal flu. CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®.) You should stay home from work, school, travel, shopping, social events, and public gatherings.
What is the incubation period of the H1N1 flu? How long will it take to get the flu after being exposed?
The estimated incubation period is unknown and could range from 1 to 7 days, and more likely 1 to 4 days.
Persons with novel H1N1 flu virus infection should be considered potentially contagious (able to spread disease) for up to 7 days after illness onset. Persons who continue to be ill longer than 7 days should be considered potentially contagious until symptoms have resolved. Children, especially younger children, might be contagious for longer periods.
For more information please visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu.htm
TLC for Kids wants you to stay healthy this cold and flu season!
As you know, the cold and flu season is upon us and likely to be more extreme this year than in years past. As child care providers who sometimes care for mildly ill children, it is important that you take extra measures to stay healthy yourself! In order to stay healthy it is important to maintain a healthy life style, wash hands frequently and consider getting a flu shot! Flu shots are available at your doctor's office, clinics, and most area Walgreen's. Please review the following information TLC for Kids in St. Louis sent our to all of our nannies about staying healthy this season!
- Jessica
TLC Nannies -- Tips for Staying Healthy Healthy During Cold & Flu Season
You can protect yourself and others by following these key action steps.
1. Maintain a healthy lifestyle through rest, diet, exercise, and relaxation.
2. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand cleaner only if soap and water are not available. Be sure to wash your hands after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose.
3. Avoid touching your nose, mouth, and eyes. Germs spread this way.
4. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, or cough and sneeze into your elbow. Dispose of tissues in no-touch trash receptacles.
5. Keep frequently touched common surfaces clean, such as telephones, computer keyboards, doorknobs, etc.
6. Get vaccinated against seasonal flu when vaccine is available in your area.
TLC has been receiving quite a few jobs from St. Louis parents looking for nannies to care for their sick children, here are a few tips!
When providing care to a child who is sick, the most important ways to protect yourself and others who are not sick are to:
1. Clean your hands with soap and water or hand sanitizer after you touch the sick person or handle used tissues, or laundry.
2. Remind the sick child to cover their coughs or cough into their sleeve and clean their hands after coughing and/or sneezing.
3. Have the child clean their hands often, using soap and water or hand sanitizer. Children may need reminders or help keeping their hands clean.
4. Wipe down toys, counter tops and other items the child touches.
5. Avoid being face-to-face with the sick child.
6. When holding small children who are sick, place their chin on your shoulder so that they will not cough in your face.
7. Keep the sick child away from other people as much as possible.
How do I know if I have the flu?
You may have the flu if you have some or all of these symptoms:
*fever, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue, sometimes diarrhea and vomiting
* Not everyone with flu will have a fever.
What should I do if I get sick?
Don't panic! You may have a simple cold. If you get sick with flu-like symptoms this flu season, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical care. Most people with 2009 H1N1 have had mild illness and have not needed medical care or antiviral drugs and the same is true of seasonal flu. CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®.) You should stay home from work, school, travel, shopping, social events, and public gatherings.
What is the incubation period of the H1N1 flu? How long will it take to get the flu after being exposed?
The estimated incubation period is unknown and could range from 1 to 7 days, and more likely 1 to 4 days.
Persons with novel H1N1 flu virus infection should be considered potentially contagious (able to spread disease) for up to 7 days after illness onset. Persons who continue to be ill longer than 7 days should be considered potentially contagious until symptoms have resolved. Children, especially younger children, might be contagious for longer periods.
For more information please visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu.htm
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Why I decided to be a nanny. Sent by verteran TLC nanny LB, St. Louis, MO
I recently asked TLC nannies "Why did you decide to nanny?" and this response really stood out! Way to go LB!
In 1990, I joined the Navy. Since then, I have shucked oysters, arranged flowers, sold tanning oil, modeled, taught dog obedience, washed dishes, and read to the blind. I am only getting started here. I've lived on both coasts and come "this close" to getting a Masters degree.
People often ask me why I choose to nanny considering I've marshalled planes for take-offs and landings, taught horseback riding, and sold lingerie. It's because helping raise a family is always surprising. I look forward to going into work every day because it's different every time. My girls amaze me each day with new words they've learned and skills aquired. I've seen the youngest off formula and onto solids.
What could possibly be more rewarding than being welcomed into a family (J and M's) and becoming an integral part of raising three children? Every day is a new experience for me and my little charges. Little Gym? Check. Kindermusik? Check. Playdates? I'm responsible for that and more. G loves hot dogs and dinosaurs. K wants to choose her outfit and search the yard for new bugs to show her science teacher. I'm the one who taught C to go down stairs safely on his belly. Imagine- when I signed my contract he couldn't even walk!
There is no doubt in my mind that I've made the right decision with what to do with my life. You want to sit at a desk and punch a clock? I get hugs and kisses on arrival plus a sweet chocolate lab to cuddle!
I've worked dozens of jobs and I'm here to tell you there is nothing more fulfilling than walking into work and having tiny arms thrown around your neck and sweet voices telling you they've missed you. Even if it was only twelve hours since you last saw the little sweeties!
In 1990, I joined the Navy. Since then, I have shucked oysters, arranged flowers, sold tanning oil, modeled, taught dog obedience, washed dishes, and read to the blind. I am only getting started here. I've lived on both coasts and come "this close" to getting a Masters degree.
People often ask me why I choose to nanny considering I've marshalled planes for take-offs and landings, taught horseback riding, and sold lingerie. It's because helping raise a family is always surprising. I look forward to going into work every day because it's different every time. My girls amaze me each day with new words they've learned and skills aquired. I've seen the youngest off formula and onto solids.
What could possibly be more rewarding than being welcomed into a family (J and M's) and becoming an integral part of raising three children? Every day is a new experience for me and my little charges. Little Gym? Check. Kindermusik? Check. Playdates? I'm responsible for that and more. G loves hot dogs and dinosaurs. K wants to choose her outfit and search the yard for new bugs to show her science teacher. I'm the one who taught C to go down stairs safely on his belly. Imagine- when I signed my contract he couldn't even walk!
There is no doubt in my mind that I've made the right decision with what to do with my life. You want to sit at a desk and punch a clock? I get hugs and kisses on arrival plus a sweet chocolate lab to cuddle!
I've worked dozens of jobs and I'm here to tell you there is nothing more fulfilling than walking into work and having tiny arms thrown around your neck and sweet voices telling you they've missed you. Even if it was only twelve hours since you last saw the little sweeties!
Monday, September 21, 2009
National Nanny Appreciation Week, Sept. 21, 2009
Way to go Nannies!
Monday marks the start of National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW). It is a week during which families are encouraged to focus on the positive aspects of the nanny profession –the important role nannies play in the lives of families and the wonderful contribution they make in the loves of the children they care for. NNRW begins Sept 21st, with nannies, families, agencies, educators, and nanny support groups participating in the celebrations across the United States. For more information on NNRW, please see the Association for Professional Nannies @ www.nannyassociation.com
Please take a look at the Nanny Association's website (above) membership is FREE right now - and it is a great professional organization/ resource for you to get involved in.
Don't forget about the International Nanny Assocation either: www.nanny.org membership is reduced to $35 for nannies in recognition of NNRW!
Let me know if you have any questions or would like more info on any of the different organizations for professional nannies.
Monday marks the start of National Nanny Recognition Week (NNRW). It is a week during which families are encouraged to focus on the positive aspects of the nanny profession –the important role nannies play in the lives of families and the wonderful contribution they make in the loves of the children they care for. NNRW begins Sept 21st, with nannies, families, agencies, educators, and nanny support groups participating in the celebrations across the United States. For more information on NNRW, please see the Association for Professional Nannies @ www.nannyassociation.com
Please take a look at the Nanny Association's website (above) membership is FREE right now - and it is a great professional organization/ resource for you to get involved in.
Don't forget about the International Nanny Assocation either: www.nanny.org membership is reduced to $35 for nannies in recognition of NNRW!
Let me know if you have any questions or would like more info on any of the different organizations for professional nannies.
Monday, July 6, 2009
TLC for Kids announces the acquisition of Childcare Solutions!
TLC For Kids Inc., St. Louis' premier nanny and childcare agency announces merger with ChildCare Solutions Nanny and Babysitting Service.
St. Louis.--In a move that will strengthen efforts to provide quality in-home and on-site childcare services available to St. Louis families, TLC For Kids announced today that ChildCare Solutions would become part of the TLC For Kids network of care providers. The merger comes following many years of cooperative association with each other.
Since 1985 TLC has worked with thousands of St. Louis nannies, families, and businesses to provide quality in-home and on-site child care. TLC was one of the first nanny and child care agencies in the United States and today serves as a national model and consultant to agencies throughout North America.
"We are very excited to have ChildCare Solutions as a member of the TLC For Kids family," says co-owner Sharon Graff Radell who is also the Vice President of the International Nanny Association. We bring together a combined 37 years of experience and now have a larger staff of nannies, back up child care providers and professionally screened sitters to assist parents in the St. Louis Metropolitan area including the Metro East.
TLC for Kids offers full and part-time, and after-school nannies as well as temporary day and evening care. TLC also provides newborn care services, including overnights, house and pet sitters, tutors, and other in-home services.
TLC is owned by St. Louis natives and sisters Sharon and Stephanie Graff.
St. Louis.--In a move that will strengthen efforts to provide quality in-home and on-site childcare services available to St. Louis families, TLC For Kids announced today that ChildCare Solutions would become part of the TLC For Kids network of care providers. The merger comes following many years of cooperative association with each other.
Since 1985 TLC has worked with thousands of St. Louis nannies, families, and businesses to provide quality in-home and on-site child care. TLC was one of the first nanny and child care agencies in the United States and today serves as a national model and consultant to agencies throughout North America.
"We are very excited to have ChildCare Solutions as a member of the TLC For Kids family," says co-owner Sharon Graff Radell who is also the Vice President of the International Nanny Association. We bring together a combined 37 years of experience and now have a larger staff of nannies, back up child care providers and professionally screened sitters to assist parents in the St. Louis Metropolitan area including the Metro East.
TLC for Kids offers full and part-time, and after-school nannies as well as temporary day and evening care. TLC also provides newborn care services, including overnights, house and pet sitters, tutors, and other in-home services.
TLC is owned by St. Louis natives and sisters Sharon and Stephanie Graff.
Friday, March 27, 2009
What are the kids going to do this summer? TLC summer nannies to the rescue!!
St. Louis families are once again faced with the dilemma of what to do with their young children over the summer break. Many working parents are learning that a summer nanny is like having your very own camp counselor, tutor, driver, and household helper all wrapped up in one. The cost is surprisingly affordable, especially when faced with paying multiple camp fees and extended care fees.
Fortunately, TLC for Kids, Inc. has the perfect solution! Families can hire an experienced, screened, and professional nanny to ensure that your children have a fun, exciting, and stress free summer.
Summer nannies will schedule fun parent approved outings for the kids like going to amusement parks, swimming, museums, bowling, play groups, the zoo, and more. TLC nannies will also do tutoring over the summer so that the kids are on track for the upcoming school year.
Summer nannies will drive children to classes, practices, and other activities, and even run family errands like grocery shopping! Some families opt to share a nanny with a friend or neighbor to make the cost even lower. All this, coupled with the peace of mind of knowing that the kids will have a safe and memorable summer, make hiring a TLC summer nanny the perfect option!
TLC for Kids also offers full and part-time, and after-school nannies as well as temporary day and evening care. TLC is St. Louis’ premier nanny agency, and has been finding families temporary and permanent nannies for over 24 years. For more information, please contact Kimberly at 314.725.5660.
Fortunately, TLC for Kids, Inc. has the perfect solution! Families can hire an experienced, screened, and professional nanny to ensure that your children have a fun, exciting, and stress free summer.
Summer nannies will schedule fun parent approved outings for the kids like going to amusement parks, swimming, museums, bowling, play groups, the zoo, and more. TLC nannies will also do tutoring over the summer so that the kids are on track for the upcoming school year.
Summer nannies will drive children to classes, practices, and other activities, and even run family errands like grocery shopping! Some families opt to share a nanny with a friend or neighbor to make the cost even lower. All this, coupled with the peace of mind of knowing that the kids will have a safe and memorable summer, make hiring a TLC summer nanny the perfect option!
TLC for Kids also offers full and part-time, and after-school nannies as well as temporary day and evening care. TLC is St. Louis’ premier nanny agency, and has been finding families temporary and permanent nannies for over 24 years. For more information, please contact Kimberly at 314.725.5660.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
What is a nanny anyway? In-home care defined.
Welcome to TLC's blog for nannies, nanny employers and anyone interested in in-home childcare! For the first post, I would like to define in-home care and dispel myths that may be associated with what nannies do! The following definitions are published by the International Nanny Association - which is a professional organization representing nannies, families and agencies involved in in-home childcare. TLC's founder Sharon Graff is also the First Vice-President of the International Nanny Association. TLC for Kids has been St. Louis' premier childcare agency since 1985 and have placed thousands of nannies over the years!
INA uses the following definitions to describe various in-home child care positions:
Baby Sitter. An individual who provides supervisory or custodial care of children on an irregular, full-time or part-time basis. Special training should not be expected.
Au Pair (Foreign). A foreign national who resides in the United States for up to one year lives as part of the host family, and receives a small stipend in exchange for baby-sitting and helping with housework. She may or may not have previous child care experience.
Parent/Mother’s Helper. An individual who lives in or out of the home and works for a family to provide full-time or part-time child care and domestic help for families in which one parent is home most of the time. The individual may be left in charge of the children for brief periods, and may or may not have previous child care experience.
Nanny. An individual who is employed by the family, on either a live-in or live-out basis, to undertake all tasks related to the care of the family’s children. Duties are generally restricted to child care and the domestic tasks related to child care. A nanny may or may not have had formal training, though often has a good deal of actual experience. Nanny’s work-week usually ranges from 40 to 60 hours per week. Nannies usually work unsupervised.
Nursery Nurse. The title is used in Great Britain for a person who has received special training and preparation in caring for young children. When employed by the family, she or he may live in or out of the home. A nursery nurse works independently and is responsible for everything related to the care of the children. Duties are generally restricted to child care and the domestic tasks related to child care. The work-week is usually 50 to 60 hours per week. In addition to specialized training, the nursery nurse will also have successfully passed the national British certification examination of the Council for Awards in
Children’s Care and Education (CACHE), which is formerly referred to as a Norland Nanny. In the United States, the term “nurse” is reserved strictly for the medical profession (see below).
Newborn Care Specialist. In the United States, nannies are prohibited from using the title “nursery nurse.” The term “nurse” is reserved strictly for the medical profession. In 2007, INA adopted the title of “newborn care specialist” to describe a nanny who is trained in caring for newborn babies.
Governess. Traditionally, a governess is an educated person with a degree who is employed by a family for the full-time or part-time at-home education of school-age children. A governess functions as a teacher and is not usually involved with domestic work or the physical care of younger children. Work hours may vary.
INA uses the following definitions to describe various in-home child care positions:
Baby Sitter. An individual who provides supervisory or custodial care of children on an irregular, full-time or part-time basis. Special training should not be expected.
Au Pair (Foreign). A foreign national who resides in the United States for up to one year lives as part of the host family, and receives a small stipend in exchange for baby-sitting and helping with housework. She may or may not have previous child care experience.
Parent/Mother’s Helper. An individual who lives in or out of the home and works for a family to provide full-time or part-time child care and domestic help for families in which one parent is home most of the time. The individual may be left in charge of the children for brief periods, and may or may not have previous child care experience.
Nanny. An individual who is employed by the family, on either a live-in or live-out basis, to undertake all tasks related to the care of the family’s children. Duties are generally restricted to child care and the domestic tasks related to child care. A nanny may or may not have had formal training, though often has a good deal of actual experience. Nanny’s work-week usually ranges from 40 to 60 hours per week. Nannies usually work unsupervised.
Nursery Nurse. The title is used in Great Britain for a person who has received special training and preparation in caring for young children. When employed by the family, she or he may live in or out of the home. A nursery nurse works independently and is responsible for everything related to the care of the children. Duties are generally restricted to child care and the domestic tasks related to child care. The work-week is usually 50 to 60 hours per week. In addition to specialized training, the nursery nurse will also have successfully passed the national British certification examination of the Council for Awards in
Children’s Care and Education (CACHE), which is formerly referred to as a Norland Nanny. In the United States, the term “nurse” is reserved strictly for the medical profession (see below).
Newborn Care Specialist. In the United States, nannies are prohibited from using the title “nursery nurse.” The term “nurse” is reserved strictly for the medical profession. In 2007, INA adopted the title of “newborn care specialist” to describe a nanny who is trained in caring for newborn babies.
Governess. Traditionally, a governess is an educated person with a degree who is employed by a family for the full-time or part-time at-home education of school-age children. A governess functions as a teacher and is not usually involved with domestic work or the physical care of younger children. Work hours may vary.
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