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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No way.  You found a pro!  Glad you pay her well.  [/quote]

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Exactly. This is one indication of a professional nanny vs. a custodial care babysitter, who needs to be directed. Now you know why true pros earn 35+ per hour in this area, while sitters are closer to the 20-25 range. All the parental control efforts you see here on DCUM may be necessary for sitters, but certainly not for proficient and accomplished professional nannies.[/quote]

Nannies are not recognized profession in this country.  Anyone can call themselves a nanny.  No educational courses or professional license is required. [/quote]
That’s unfortunately correct. So parents must educate themselves on the difference between a sitter and a professional nanny. I think most American parents actually prefer sitters for two reasons:

1. Sitters usually have less child development knowledge and experience, so they’re easier to micromanage.
2. Sitters are usually cheaper than professional nannies.[/quote]

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